PROVIDENCIALES, Turks & Caicos Islands: In 1991, Carlton embarked on a journey that would intertwine his destiny with the Sandals Resorts family. Starting as a houseman at Sandals Negril, his path led him to Beaches Turks and Caicos eight years later, driven by the needs of the newly established resort and his own readiness for adventure. “I wasn’t a family man at the time, so I took a chance,” Carlton reflects.

Carlton Salmon and Kerline Marc

Twenty-five years on, Carlton proudly acknowledges that this leap of faith was indeed worthwhile. His unwavering loyalty to the brand and dedication to his role as a houseman shine brightly. “I love cleanliness. I love when people are happy. As a houseman, I play an integral role in ensuring that rooms are up to standard. Guests pay good money when they come on vacation. They should have that nice cleanliness so they can relax and be comfortable,” Carlton says with pride.

But why Beaches, when he could have worked anywhere else? For Carlton, the answer is simple. “I love what I do, and I love my team. I see a lot of opportunities out there, but I tell myself there is nothing out there for me. The brand has been very loyal to me, so I stick with the brand.” His connection to Beaches transcends job security; it’s a profound loyalty to a family that has stood by him through thick and thin.

Carlton’s tenure has been marked by resilience and commitment, even in the face of adversity. Reflecting on the harrowing events of September 11, 2001, Carlton recounts the empathy and support he offered guests who were stricken with worry for their loved ones. “That was a sad day. Many of the guests were worried. I tried to encourage them by sharing a positive word and I prayed for them.”

Natural disasters, too, have tested Carlton’s mettle. His dedication was mirrored during hurricane Hanna in 2008, when he braved the storm to secure guests’ safety. With his cutlass in hand and his raincoat on, Carlton set out clearing trees that had blocked the roadway from his home all the way to Beaches. “When the then General Manager, Don Dagenais, saw me he said, ‘Yes Papa. Thank you’.” Carlton did all this, not for recognition but because he genuinely cared.

In 2017 when hurricane Irma hit Turks and Caicos, Carlton was away on vacation. Upon his return, he got a bird’s eye view of the damage that had been done to the island. “When I was in the plane and I saw my hotel I said, ‘Oh no, my hotel mash up.’ As a team member no one had to ask me to help. I was committed to seeing to it that my hotel got back on its feet.”

Throughout his 33-year journey with the company Carlton has received several monthly and quarterly awards but the most significant of all was the Star Award he received in 2016 for being the number one housekeeper in the Turks and Caicos Islands.

Jennifer Lee, Executive Housekeeper, had this to share about Carlton: “Carlton is phenomenal. He is an outstanding team member. He takes care of external and internal guests. He knows what hospitality is. He has been a practitioner for years and it shows. He has guests that come back year after year and no matter which village they are, they find him. You cannot say enough about his loyalty to this company and the housekeeping family. He knows his job and he loves his job and this is reflected in how he does what he does so big up to Carlton. He is what this company needs more of.”

Gratitude flows from Carlton as he speaks of the opportunities and friendships he’s garnered over the years. For Carlton, success is not measured by the ranks one may climb. Success for him, is measured by loyalty and the quality of work produced daily to ensure that the resort maintains its high standards and achieves its goal of surpassing guest expectations. Congratulations on a successful career Carlton Anthony Salmon.

PROVIDENCIALES, TURKS AND CAICOS ISLANDS (June 28th, 2024) – Experience Turks and Caicos is proud to support The Best of the Best event which aims to highlight the native music of the Turks and Caicos Islands.

Best of the Best – Bahamas and Turks and Caicos Concert Weekend, takes place this on Saturday, June 29^th at the Grace Bay Market Place in Providenciales. The event will feature the best of the Turks and Caicos Islands alongside the best of the Bahamas.

Provision Band from the Turks and Caicos and Shad Collie and the VIPs from The Bahamas will headline a cast of artistes from both islands including Aavy, Gemma, Mikey, Barbara Johnson, Geno D, Sweet Emily, Steven S, KB and D-Mac.

Minister of Tourism, the Hon Josephine Connolly

This is the first event of its kind in the Turks and Caicos Islands.

Minister of Tourism, the Hon Josephine Connolly said that putting Turks and Caicos culture on the forefront through this initiative is a step on the right direction.

“All over the Caribbean region, countries are defined by their cultural output which is closely intertwined with their tourism product. The Turks and Caicos Islands is defined by its natural beauty on land and sea but we also have a lot of natural talent here and a cultural history that is worth cherishing and promoting. I applaud the organisers of this event for their vision and I look forward to the day this becomes a major tourism draw,” the Minister said.

Mr. Crosley Bain, promoter of the event, said this is the first time they are putting on the show with plans to make it a major annual music and cultural festival that will rival other similar events around the region.

“The aim of the Best of the Best weekend is to try and reintroduce the native music and Rake and Scrape to the Turks and Caicos Islands. The show is not a competition of any sorts, it’s intended to be solely a display of rake and scrape and Junkanoo culture with the intent of establishing an annual cultural event that will promote these cultures, creating international exposure for local bands and artists while boosting tourism during our slow season,” he said.

Large crowds are expected to turn out for the event based on the high demand and sales of tickets over the past few days and the large attendance at Thursday night’s Fish Fry which saw a showcase of Bahamian and Turks and Caicos Junkanoo bands.

Tickets for Best of the Best are $75 and more at the door.

For more information call: 1-649-242-1212 or email comegowithmeweekend@gmail.com.

PROVIDENCIALES, TURKS AND CAICOS ISLANDS (July 5, 2024) – Experience Turks and Caicos is pleased to announce that the Turks and Caicos Islands has retained its titles as the Caribbean’s Leading Beach Destination and the Caribbean’s Most Romantic Destination in the 2024 World Travel Awards.

The awards were announced on July 1^st.

The Turks and Caicos Islands won these awards in 2023 and has won the Caribbean’s Leading Beach Destination category every year since 2015 and the Caribbean’s Most Romantic Destination for six consecutive years.

Minister of Tourism, the Hon. Josephine Connolly is thrilled at the Turks and Caicos Islands’ continued dominance in these categories.

“It is undeniable that the Turks and Caicos Islands is beautiful by nature with the best beaches in the Caribbean and I am very proud for this recognition once again. I would also like to thank everyone who voted for us and I would like to encourage those who have yet to experience the beauty of the Turks and Caicos Islands to visit and see why our multi-island destination earns these accolades consistently,” she said.

Experience Turks and Caicos is also celebrating the wins of our local partners whose success helps to establish our collection of islands as the leading premium class destination in the Caribbean.

The winners are:

• Beaches Turks and Caicos – Caribbean’s Leading All -Inclusive Family Resort
• The Palms Turks and Caicos – Caribbean’s Leading All-Suite Hotel
• Amanyara – Caribbean’s Leading Luxury Resort
• Sailrock Resort – Caribbean’s Leading Luxury Resort
• Ambergris Cay – Caribbean’s Leading Private Island Resort

We also recognise the winners of the Turks and Caicos Islands Destination Awards.

• Turks and Caicos Leading Boutique Hotel – Somerset on Grace Bay
• Turks and Caicos Leading Car Rental Company – Avis
• Turks and Caicos Leading Destination Management Company – Olympia Destination Management Company
• Turks and Caicos Leading Hotel – The Palms Turks and Caicos
• Turks and Caicos Leading Hotel Suite – Four Bedroom Oceanfront Penthouse and Windsong Resort
• Turks and Caicos Leading Resort – The Shore Club
• Turks and Caicos Leading Tour Operator – Caicos Dream Tours