Deandrea Hamilton | Editor
Turks and Caicos, July 13, 2025 – Turks and Caicos has long been celebrated for its world-renowned beaches, clear waters, and understated luxury. But now, its natural beauty is being used as clickbait fodder — with a recent UK tabloid article dubbing the islands the “second most beautiful country in the world” without offering a shred of evidence to support the claim.
The article, published this week by the Daily Express, suggests that a “new global poll” placed Turks and Caicos just behind Norway in terms of beauty. Yet nowhere in the piece is the poll named, its criteria explained, or participants identified. In fact, there’s no trace of such a ranking in any recognized travel or research outlet.
While the praise for Grace Bay and the territory’s serene appeal is well-deserved, the lack of sourcing raises eyebrows. There’s no data. No expert panel. No survey. Just a headline tailored to rack up views — using the islands’ legendary appeal as the hook.
In short: it’s clickbait masquerading as journalism.
Still, the fact that Turks and Caicos continues to grab international headlines — even in the absence of real data — speaks volumes about its enduring allure. From mangrove kayaking and coral reefs to high-end villas and quiet coves, the islands don’t need polls to prove their worth.
As for the claim of being the world’s second most beautiful country? That might not be official — but ask anyone who’s ever dipped their toes in TCI’s waters, and they’ll tell you: it’s not far off.
