The beautiful Turks and Caicos Islands are situated 575 miles (or 75 minutes) southeast of Miami. Covering 193 square miles of the Atlantic Ocean, the Turks and Caicos Islands has the third largest coral reef system and the best tropical beaches in the world, making it a premier beach, diving and snorkelling destination and an ideal location for romance, family vacations, ecotourism and adventure seekers. (Click to enlarge map.). Airport Code: PLS (Providenciales) Time Zone: EST Avg. Air Temp: 81 degrees Avg. Water Temp: 78 degrees Avg. Days of Sunshine: 350 Language: English Currency: U. S. Dollar Phone: Area Code 649 Electricity: U.S. standard (120/240 Volts/60 Cycles) Main Industries: Tourism, Fishing Off-shore Finance. The constant trade winds keep the climate at a very comfortable l...