wildlife woods campground four suites. All have tiled floors, rattan furniture, two double beds, a small refrigerator, and a t

Taylor s Guest House is owned and run by Maria Taylor. This guest house offers only the basics. Three of the four rooms share a single bathroom; the other has its own. There s a single TV on the property, and there are no in-room phones. The beach is a short walk away. Maria is very congenial, though, and will to do her best to make your stay an enjoyable one. She can arrange local trips (snorkeling, etc.), and will provide meals on request. It s cheap, and very basic. Conch Bar, Middle Caicos, Turks and Caicos, BWI, 649-946-6161. wildlife woods campground From $55. No credit cards. wildlife woods campground

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four suites. All have tiled floors, rattan furniture, two double beds, a small refrigerator, and a telephone. There s a TV lounge, sun deck, and a pool. Diving, snorkeling, and kayaking are all available through the hotel. It s an all-inclusive resort. Whitby, North Caicos, Turks and Caicos, BWI, 649-946-7119. All-inclusive from $350.