Turks & Caicos

CREDIT: COURTESY OF AMBERGRIS CAY

To say that Turks and Caicos is having a moment would be an understatement. The country — home to more than 40 picturesque islands and cays — is less than a four hour flight from New York City and under two hours from Miami, and with new flights from Southwest and JetBlue, it’s easier than ever to get to one of its jaw-dropping resorts. For private island indulgence, consider the December opening of Ambergris Cay, where a charter plane will transport you from the international airport to untouched, white-sand beaches away from the crowds. For a family vacation, Turks and Caicos’ first all-suite resort, Grace Bay Club, has bounced back from Hurricane Irma, and is home to hot-ticket, oceanfront restaurants and exclusive kids’ and teen excursions like a treasure hunt and mermaid encounter. And at the recently redesigned Seven Stars Resort and Spa, you can relax with a beachside massage as the sounds of the ocean lull you into an even deeper state of relaxation. —Tanner Saunders