Travel Information From Indonesia to Turks and Caicos Islands

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Routine Vaccines

Make sure you are up-to-date on all routine vaccines before every trip. Some of these vaccines include

• Chickenpox (Varicella)
• Diphtheria-Tetanus-Pertussis
• Flu (Influenza)
• Measles-Mumps-Rubella (MMR)
• Polio
• Shingles

COVID-19

All eligible travelers should be up to date with their COVID-19 vaccines.

Hepatitis A

Recommended for unvaccinated travelers one year old or older going to the Turks and Caicos Islands.
Infants 6 to 11 months old should also be vaccinated against Hepatitis A. The dose does not count toward the routine 2-dose series.
Travelers allergic to a vaccine component or who are younger than 6 months should receive a single dose of immune globulin, which provides effective protection for up to 2 months depending on dosage given.
Unvaccinated travelers who are over 40 years old, immunocompromised, or have chronic medical conditions planning to depart to a risk area in less than 2 weeks should get the initial dose of vaccine and at the same appointment receive immune globulin.

Hepatitis B

Recommended for unvaccinated travelers of all ages to the Turks and Caicos Islands.

Measles

Infants 6 to 11 months old traveling internationally should get 1 dose of measles-mumps-rubella (MMR) vaccine before travel. This dose does not count as part of the routine childhood vaccination series.

Rabies

Turks and Caicos Islands is free of dog rabies. However, rabies may still be present in wildlife species, particularly bats. CDC recommends rabies vaccination before travel only for people working directly with wildlife. These people may include veterinarians, animal handlers, field biologists, or laboratory workers working with specimens from mammalian species.

Recommended for most travelers, especially those staying with friends or relatives or visiting smaller cities or rural areas.

You will need 6 months validity remaining on your passport from the date of entry.

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The Turks and Caicos Islands is a separate legal jurisdiction to the United Kingdom and has its own laws. Don't become involved with drugs of any kind. There are severe penalties for possession of even a small quantity. Homosexuality is legal under Turks and Caicos Islands’ law. However, there’s no provision for marriage or civil partnerships between same-sex couples. Attitudes in the main tourist destination of Providenciales are tolerant. Throughout Turks and Caicos, hotels and resorts are generally welcoming regardless of sexual orientation. Outside the tourist areas local attitudes can be conservative and some people may not approve of public displays of affection between same-sex couples

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Cockburn Town

Cockburn Town, the capital of the Turks and Caicos Islands, lies on Grand Turk Island. Along the shore, Duke and Front streets are lined with old Bermudian-style buildings. The colonial-era Her Majesty’s Prison retains its cells and exercise yard. Island history exhibits at the Turks and Caicos National Museum include artefacts from a 16th-century shipwreck. Seawalls and jetties break up sandy Cockburn Town Beach.

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Crime in the Turks and Caicos Islands

Turks and Caicos Islands is a relatively safe place to travel, and violent crime is rare. However, like any place in the world, there are some potential crime risks that visitors should be aware of. Here are some of the common crime risks in Turks and Caicos Islands:

Petty Theft: Petty theft, such as pickpocketing and theft of unattended belongings, can occur in tourist areas. Visitors should take basic precautions and keep their valuables secure.

Property Crime: There have been reports of burglaries and break-ins at vacation rentals and resorts in Turks and Caicos Islands. Visitors should keep their doors and windows locked and secure their belongings in a safe place.

Fraud: There have been reports of scams targeting tourists, such as overpriced taxi fares or fake tour packages. Visitors should be cautious of any offers that seem too good to be true and verify the legitimacy of any tour operators or transportation services.

Drug-related Crime: While violent crime is rare in Turks and Caicos Islands, drug-related crime can occur. Visitors should avoid getting involved with illegal drugs and should report any suspicious activity to the authorities.

Traffic Accidents: The road infrastructure in Turks and Caicos Islands is limited, and traffic accidents can occur due to poor road conditions and reckless driving. Visitors should exercise caution when driving or using public transportation.

Overall, Turks and Caicos Islands is a relatively safe destination with low crime rates. However, visitors should take basic precautions to protect themselves and their belongings and should be aware of the unique risks associated with this Caribbean destination.

• The most common religion in Turks and Caicos Islands is Christianity.
• Don't disturb, harass or otherwise threaten wildlife - you may receive severe penalties as there are laws for fishing limits, protection of plants and wildlife.
• Don't forget the Turks and Caicos Islands are an internally self-governing Overseas territory of the United Kingdom.
• Don't expect public transportation - there is no. Car/motorbike hire is considered the best way to travel around.
• Don't sit under a ripe coconut tree - better to be safe than sorry, falling coconuts kill 150 people each year.
• Don't expect to eat lobster off-season.
• Don't take pictures of locals without permission.
• Don't drink tap water.
• Don't dive or snorkel without a floating marker on water.
• Don't forget to negotiate your taxi ride price before you take it.
• Don't forget the rainy season takes place between June and November.
• Don't really look for a deal - things are not that cheap in Caribbean.
• Don't forget coral-safe sunscreen - if you go to water excursions, some of them may not allow you to join without coral-safe sunscreen.

Do I need travel insurance to travel to Turks and Caicos Islands?

Travel insurance is very important when traveling overseas. We strongly recommend that you take out cover to travel to Turks and Caicos Islands. You can usually take out single trip or annual multi-trip cover to give you peace of mind should anything happen.

It can be a better and cheaper option to take annual multi-trip cover as it usually covers any number of trips taken in one year with a maximum of up to around 60 days away per trip.

We work with the top names in the industry and have already pre-selected the easiest, cheapest and best quality travel insurance on the market to save you time and money trying to find the best cover.

Travel insurance typically covers the following; however, you can tailor a policy to suit your needs depending on where you are traveling to, your activities and how long you are away.

• Medical Expenses
  Medical treatment can be extremely costly and add up very quickly, and include Overnight stays in hospital, minor or major surgery, accident and emergency treatment, drugs, COVID-19 treatment, journey home if you cannot use the original ticket, dental treatment, and many more unexpected expenses.
• Baggage and personal belongings
  If your baggage is lost, stolen, damaged or delayed it is extremely frustrating. If you must buy new clothes, toiletry products or personal belongings it can be very expensive and time consuming.
• Cancellation
  Sometimes due to unforeseen circumstances you may need to cancel your trip. This could be due to several reasons such as illness, injury, a bereavement or many other scenarios. Usually airlines, tour operators and hotels have large cancellation fees, so buying travel insurance that covers this is recommended.

Health Care

Healthcare System in Turks and Caicos Islands

The Cheshire Hall and Cockburn Town Medical Centre's, forming the Turks and Caicos Islands Hospital.

Health Risk

Leptospirosis

Caused by bacteria of the genus Leptospira.

Zika

Occurs from mosquito bite.

Dengue

Occurs from insect bites, including mosquitoes.

Hantavirus

Less commonly, being around someone sick with hantavirus.

Tuberculosis (TB)

Caused from an infected and contagious person coughing, speaking, or singing.