An Island Experience Like None Other
We’ve stayed at more than 100 beach resorts and I can say, there is nothing more breathtaking and awe-inspiring than Ambergris Cay especially if you yearn to experience luxurious island life.
No cars. No hotels. No casinos. No horses. No tourists except for the fortunate few who booked a beach bungalow or home.
Upon arriving Provo, you shuttle to the private terminal and then are whisked away in one of their planes. The 20-minute flight is breathtaking as you see the turquoise Caribbean bottom the entire flight. You land at their private international landing strip.
After check-in, you are shown to your ATV for your entire stay and can opt for a tour or head to The Clubhouse for a late lunch.
The island’s history is intense dating back to 1811, but it’s now owned by Turks & Caicos Collection, entrenched in the hospitality business and has big plans for development.
Only open since 2019, there are 12 beachfront bungalows (last six just opened in November, 11-17). They are incredible. Steps from the Caribbean and white sand, each unit features large living space, outdoor shower, small pool, spacious deck and beach lounge chairs. Total paradise. Oh, each comes with your own butler.
The island is fully accessible with your ATV and you can spend hours exploring. There is plenty to see and do:
*Historic ruins
*Remote beaches
*Small marina offers deep sea fishing, tubing, and sunset cruises
*Totally cool floating Tiki Bar reached by boat and complementary
*Best resort fitness center I have experienced with top equipment, two Peloton bikes, and yoga pavilion like you’ve never seen with amazing views
*Resort pool
*Tennis and pickleball courts, all equipment provided
*Tranquil spa
*E-bikes, a total blast
Now the best part: Everything is all-inclusive except spa and boating trips.
The Clubhouse is open for lunch 11-4 and has one of the best resort menus including tuna poke bowl, fresh fish sandwiches, tacos, awesome salads and homemade pizzas.
Calico is open for breakfast and dinner. What is shocking is that they update the dinner menu daily and have incredible entrees from seasonal lobster, rib eye steak, inspired Italian and soup of the day. Food is superior and equal to Four Seasons quality.
The bar features top shelf alcohol, fab house wines, beers and cocktails, all included. They will also set you up in your bungalow and bring anything you want, replenished as needed.
The true splendor of AC is the staff of 150. They live on the island and understand customer satisfaction and go over the top to please. Within 2-3 days, you’ll know your servers by name. You will be fortunate to have Francinia, Marvin, Pedro, Joslyn or Jose taking care of you at Calico.
Driving the ATV around the island’s dirt roads is pure bliss with views of the Caribbean and Atlantic at every turn. This is what makes this place so special.
Downside? No golf. No marina for private yachts. We don’t play golf or own a yacht so no worries for us.
There are plans to build 6 more bungalows and 6 two-bedroom bungalows starting soon. There are 30 private homes on the island (we just stayed at the Dream Pavilion for a week and it was a dream and stayed at one of the bungalows in February) and they have a master plan to build up to 80 more. This will take years. In the meantime, it’s like a private island most of the time with only seeing guests at meals.
Overall, incredible resort, best value and beats any Rosewood or Aman property hands down. Thinking of Parrot Cay instead? Don’t, it’s not all inclusive and be prepared to spend exorbitantly high prices for food and drink. I’ve already...
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