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What celebrity has a house in Turks and Caicos?

Christie Brinkley owns a luxury villa, Lucky House, on Parrot Cay. Fashion designer Donna Karan has been a long time property owner in the Turks and Caicos. Actor Bruce Willis owned one of the more luxurious villas on Parrot Cay for years, in addition to real estate on Ambergris Cay.



Turks and Caicos, particularly the private island of Parrot Cay, has long been a sanctuary for A-list celebrities seeking total privacy away from the paparazzi. One of the most famous residents is Bruce Willis, who owns a massive multi-home estate on Parrot Cay. Keith Richards of the Rolling Stones is another long-time resident, often seen relaxing at his beachfront villa. Donna Karan, the fashion mogul, owns a stunning retreat called "The Sanctuary" on the same island. On the main island of Providenciales, Drake is known to frequent his luxury property, and Kylie Jenner and the Kardashian family are often spotted at their ultra-exclusive rental estates or private villas. In the past, celebrities like Prince owned a high-profile mansion here (famous for its purple driveway). The archipelago's "low-tax" environment and strict privacy laws make it a favorite for the world's elite. Many celebrities choose to build "compound-style" homes tucked away behind limestone cliffs and turquoise waters, ensuring that their Caribbean getaways remain entirely secluded from the public eye while enjoying some of the most beautiful beaches on Earth.

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Oprah Winfrey, Donna Karen, Christie Brinkley and Keith Richards all have homes in the Turks and Caicos. Some stars have chosen to tie the knot here. Ben Affleck and Jennifer Garner, and more recently, Bruce Willis and Emma Hemming, chose Parrot Cay as the location for their special day.

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Turks and Caicos has a reputation for being a luxurious but sleepy island getaway, but it's also a hot spot for celebrities (think Olivia Munn, Justin Bieber, Brad Pitt, and Cara Delevingne) looking to unwind and enjoy the “simple” luxuries with their closest friends or family members.

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The Kardashian sisters stayed at a luxury villa on Long Bay Beach on Providenciales. Kourtney and Khloe Kardashian vacationed at a villa on Long Bay Beach in July of 2019. Prince's villa at Turtle Tail, Providenciales.

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Whether they own a home in this part of the world—Oprah, Donna Karen, Christie Brinkley, Keith Richards, Bruce Willis and the late Prince all have or had homes in the TCI—or whether they visit on occasion, the caribbean climate and white sandy beaches are attractive for a host of celebrity guests.

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WATCH: Inside tour of Kylie Jenner's £29 million mansion
The Tranquility Villa is a highly exclusive celebrity holiday home run by the luxury rental company, The Source, whose impressive property portfolio covers the exclusive Grace Bay in Turks Caicos and stretches across the Caribbean.

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Most of the best places to stay in Turks and Caicos are on Providenciales, the liveliest of the islands. Providenciales is well-known for sublime 12-mile Grace Bay Beach, which is lined with chic resorts, and offers an appealing choice of bars and restaurants.

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Earlier this year, it was announced that Beaches Turks & Caicos Resort Villages & Spa, a popular all-inclusive resort in Providenciales, was slated to close indefinitely in 2021. The impending closure was said to be the result of long-standing issues at the resort around a $60 million tax dispute.

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Muggings and armed robberies, where victims are confronted by one or more armed criminals, are somewhat common in the Turks and Caicos. Often the robberies are opportunistic crimes, yet victims may be targeted if they are thought to be carrying large amounts of cash or jewelry, or are easy targets.

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The Turks and Caicos is an expensive destination, especially when it comes to food. A great way to save is to prepare a few meals yourself, or try one of the less expensive dining establishments. There are some great inexpensive dining options on Providenciales, both in the Grace Bay area, and elsewhere on the island.

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