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TCI: Beaches Hires over 100 Summer Interns
#Providenciales, July 20, 2018 – Turks and Caicos – 107 students from across the Turks and Caicos Islands have been selected to be a part of 
an advanced paid summer internship program at Beaches Turks and Caicos Resorts and Spas as the company leads in fostering careers in hospitality. The six-week program which accepts students from high school and university level places the interns in more than 100 departments within the luxury included resort including Concierge, Cost Control, Public Relations, Human Resources, Training and Development and Food and Beverage.
Now in its eight year, over 600 students have successfully completed the internship program which aims to increase the local recruitment pool at the resort and develop the next generation of tourism professionals for the Turks and Caicos Islands. The interns were required to apply for their preferred positions and later interviewed by the Human Resources department. Applicants further received orientation on customer service and from the Training Department on the company’s best standard practices.
Human Resources Manager, Monique Vaughn noted that all of the applicants were accepted in the program this year. Speaking on the program, Vaughn said; ‘the Company’s credo and mission speaks to our commitment to “making today better than it was yesterday” and as stakeholders “a commitment to learning”; the Beaches Summer Programme aids in preparing the youth of the Turks and Caicos Islands for the future.”
One of the major success stories for the resort is Cliphlande Mano who started as a summer intern in the summers of 2014 and 2015. Cliphlande went on to be an Apprentice in 2016 and today she is employed at the resort in the Cost Control Department as a Store Room Clerk after being attached to several other departments within the resort.
Rafana Innocent a recent graduate of the Clement Howell High School is hoping to follow in the steps of fellow success stories. Commenting on the 
program this year, Innocent stated: “I was a part of the Summer Internship program last year working in the Front Desk department, it was a great opportunity, and it taught me a lot of things. Hospitality is related to what I want to become in the future so I’m excited to come back.”
Jason Gibson, a recent Graduate of Maranatha Academy also commented on the program, “The summer internship program helps me get more work experience and helps me financially. I hope to gain from it how to work in the tourism industry and how to give back to the country”
The internship program ends on August 24th. Students who successfully complete the internship program are selected to a part of the resort’s Shining Stars Initiative- a more intensive work study program. Those students can later advance to participate in future internships at the resort during Christmas and Easter holidays and summer breaks. Students will also receive certificate of completion for the internship program and Shining STARS.
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Turks and Caicos, October 28, 2025 – We are closely monitoring the impact of Hurricane Melissa on Jamaica, and our thoughts and prayers are with our regional neighbours for their safety and well-being
We are now entering a critical period as Hurricane Melissa advances towards the Turks and Caicos Islands. Current projections indicate that Hurricane Melissa will begin to impact the Turks and Caicos Islands around midday tomorrow, Wednesday, 29th October.
This morning, Her Excellency the Governor and the Hon. Premier chaired a State of Preparedness Meeting. All Government agencies and critical services are mobilised. The safety and protection of every person across our Islands remains our highest priority. Our emergency response teams are prepared and the TCI Regiment is deployed across each of our Islands to support community readiness and immediate response. The Royal Turks and Caicos Islands Police Force are on active duty, with additional officers in North Caicos, Salt Cay, South Caicos and Grand Turk.
At this time, the hurricane is moving north-northeast. The country is expected to experience tropical storm conditions, heavy rainfall and
significant storm surge. The storm surge poses a serious concern for low-lying coastal areas especially along our western and southern coastlines, which may result in coastal flooding. Based on the most current weather projections and anticipated impacts for the Turks and Caicos Islands, the National Executive have agreed the following actions:
1. Evacuation Advisories
Residents in specific low-lying and flood-prone coastal areas are likely to experience significant storm surge of 2-4 feet with accompanying rainfall. Strong advice is now place for residents in these areas to relocate to designated shelters which will be open from 4pm this afternoon. These areas include:
Middle Caicos
- Conch Bar Nearest Shelter: The Community Centre
North Caicos
- Sandy Point Nearest Shelter : Sandy Point Community Centre
- Whitby Nearest Shelter: Adelaide Oemler Primary School
- Bottle Creek Nearest Shelter: Adelaide Oemler Primary School
Providenciales
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- Chalk Sound Nearest Shelter Enid Capron Primary School
- Five Cays Nearest Shelter: Enid Capron Primary School
- Discovery Bay Nearest Shelter: All Saints Church, Leeward Highway
- Juba Sound Nearest Shelter: A. Louise Garland High School
- Long Bay Nearest Shelter: A. Louise Garland High School
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South Caicos
- Cockburn Harbour Nearest Shelter: Community Centre
- Old Airport Road Nearest Shelter: Community Centre
Should an evacuation order become necessary, it will be issued following the 6:00 PM Advisory this evening from the TCI National Weather Service.
2. Activation of Emergency Operations Centre
The National Emergency Operations Centre in Providenciales and all Islands Emergency Operations Centres will be activated at 4:00 PM today.
3. Shelters Access
Shelters across all Islands will open today at 4:00 PM to receive members of the public.
4. Shelter-in-Place
A Strong Shelter-in-Place Advisory is in place for all islands, commencing at 10:00 PM tonight. This will be in place until the all clear has been issued.
This means that from 10:00 PM tonight, all residents should be off the road, in a safe location, either at home or a designated shelter.
Please note that this position may be revised following the 6:00 PM Advisory from the TCI National Weather Service, depending on updated storm projections.
The Turks and Caicos Islands Airports Authority (TCIAA) has confirmed that all airports remain fully operational for today. They will advise the public about ongoing operations dependent on the weather impacts.
In times such as this, the role of commercial entities extends beyond business – it becomes a vital part of the community’s resilience. All retailers and service providers are urged to uphold their humanitarian responsibilities by maintaining fair pricing and ensuring essential goods and services remain accessible to all.
Residents and visitors are reminded to adhere strictly to all official advisories and evacuation orders as they are issued. Avoid unnecessary movement, secure your property, and ensure that you and your family are prepared with essential supplies. Stay prepared and stay safe.
Turks and Caicos, October 24, 2025 – Commissioner of Police Fitz Bailey delivered an impassioned address to male students at Clement Howell High School, calling on them to recognize their power, seize their potential, and “awaken the sleeping giants” within.
In a message that blended humility, faith, and personal experience, the Commissioner reminded the boys that the decisions they make today will shape their future.“The choices you make today determine who you become tomorrow,” he said.
Bailey, who revealed he was the first in his family to attend high school, urged the students to embrace education and discipline as tools of
transformation.“Knowledge is power. If you want to be a real man, you need to read,” he told them. “Remember your potential — if others can do it, so can you. Some of you are sleeping giants waiting to be awakened.”
He emphasized that circumstances of birth do not dictate destiny, challenging the young men to carry self-respect, faith, and moral conviction wherever they go. “Self-respect is key; respect yourself, respect others, and respect God,” he said. “The circumstances you were born into do not define who you are.”
The Commissioner also spoke about resilience, advising that true strength often lies in restraint.
“There will be challenges, and people may try to impede your development — but rise above negativity. Sometimes, strength means walking away,” he said. “Some of you are sleeping lions; it’s time to awaken that instinct and rediscover your true potential.”
In closing, Commissioner Bailey delivered a stirring challenge:
“Each morning, look in the mirror and remind yourself that you were created by God and are capable of great exploits. You are a possibility with potential. Step forward with confidence — this is your country, your islands. Be the best version of yourself.”
Following his speech, the Commissioner engaged the students in open dialogue, answering questions and listening to their perspectives on issues affecting young men in the Turks and Caicos Islands.
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