What to Pack for Turks & Caicos, Including Cutout Swimsuits and Sequin Dresses

With its idyllic white-sand beaches and crystal-blue waters, Turks & Caicos attracts tourists from across the globe - including several celebrities. The luminaries who frequent the island? Everyone from Drake to the Kardashian-Jenners to Heidi Klum. Even Prince once owned a mansion on Turks & Caicos replete with a purple driveway. One visit to the luxury-travel destination and it's clear why it's so popular among Hollywood A-listers. Comprised of 40 islands, it offers a unique opportunity for secluded private-beach experiences where you can indulge in a day of sun and sand at your leisure. It's home to one of the world's largest barrier reefs, attracting adventure-seekers who spend their days scuba diving and snorkeling. And of course, tourists and locals alike visit the world-renowned Grace Bay Beach, known for its powder-soft white sand, clear waters, and strikingly colorful sunsets. But Turks & Caicos is not just about relaxing on the beach: there's also an emerging party scene with daytime soirees hosted on boats in the middle of the sea as well as an array of lounges and nightclubs. With unlimited options to build your itinerary, you might be wondering what to wear to Turks & Caicos. Fortunately, packing for the island is easier to navigate than you think.

First, start with transportation. I flew to the island on JetBlue, booking my flight with the beta version of Booking.com's AI Trip Planner, a super-easy process that takes the guesswork out of making travel arrangements and building an itinerary. That flight required an effortless, functional outfit with soft, comfortable fabric: a Skims lounge dress. Once I arrived to the lavish The Shore Club resort, I switched into something breezy yet elegant, pairing a LemLem bikini with Fe Noel's gorgeous ombré wide leg pants. For a day of lounging on the boat and snorkeling with Caicos Dream Tours, which I found on
Tripadvisor, I wore a fun cutout swimsuit from Amazon and a wide-brimmed sun hat. And finally, I chose a fun sequin dress from ASOS for Vita Restaurant at Rockhouse Resort, one of the Leading Hotels of the World.

If you're planning a trip, you want to balance your packing list with a mix of beachside loungewear, functional swimsuits, party dresses, and more. Keep scrolling for what to wear to Turks & Caicos.