Feel pristine sands beneath your feet and explore coral reefs at Grace Bay. This tourist-oriented beach draws crowds with its clean waters and a range of amenities aimed at the comfort traveller. Enjoy a beach paradise in comfort with resort accommodation, spa facilities and fine dining options peppered along the shoreline.

Find a calm spot along 19.3 kilometres (12 miles) of fine, white sand and lay out a towel. The clear blue ocean is temperate year-round and shallow enough that you can walk out for several minutes before the level reaches waist height. Hang a hammock in the shade of coastal trees or work on your tan in the sun. Each evening, the setting sun transforms this beachfront vista into a palette of atmospheric colours.

One of Grace Bay’s most popular attractions its enormous barrier reef. Snorkel or scuba dive to get close and personal with the tropical fish that call this coral environment home. Amongst many creatures, spot sea turtles, lobsters, barracudas and stingrays. In migration season, you might be lucky enough to see dolphins or whales flashing their tails. In summer, reef sharks return to the region to give birth, giving visitors the opportunity to observe them in a docile state.

Each evening, return to one of many luxury resorts along the coast and take advantage of their facilities. Recharge your body with a spa treatment and then serve your tastebuds with fresh local seafood, all with stunning views of the beach.

Find Grace Bay on the north coast of Providenciales. Access the island via its international airport, and then take a 15-minute cab to the beach. Nearby attractions include Parrot Cay, Pine Cay and Mangrove Cay. Most resorts offer free snorkelling equipment to guests and are happy to organise tours, boat trips and equipment hire.