| Ecotourism blooming on North and Middle |
| Thursday, 28 April 2011 08:23 |
 It is becoming ever clearer that ecotourism is greatly assisting the development of a sustainable economy for North and Middle Caicos. The pristine open spaces, miles of serene walking and cycling trails, dozens of deserted beaches, spectacular catch and release bone fishing, excellent bird watching, historical ruins, and living cultural attractions are everything an ecotourist looks for in a destination. “The most pressing need for these islands to develop a robust ecotourism economy is promotion,” explains co-founder of ecotourismtci.com Sara Kaufman. Kaufman and husband Daniel O. Forbes, founders of the Middle Caicos Co-op, the Middle Caicos Sailboat Association and Daniels’ Cafe on Middle Caicos, have spent the greater part of their lives promoting the serine life on Middle Caicos. Today they are able to reach much further with their message thanks to the Internet. “Access to accurate and up to date information, quickly and easily, is the goal of www.ecotourismtci.com,” Kaufman says. Focused on North and Middle Caicos, the website links accommodation, tour operators, activities and support services to make it convenient for the Internet explorer to find what they need for a great ecotour vacation. Introductions to all the islands are on the website, but developing the efforts underway on North and Middle Caicos is the current target. “The attractions and accommodations on North and Middle Caicos islands are impressive,” Kaufman says. More than 400 beds are for rent in villas, hotels, apartments, and bed and breakfasts, with a centralized accommodation directory underway for all accommodation on North and Middle Caicos. Both islands have also grown their nature and historic parks in recent years, now signposted and open for visitors, with many of the walking trails accessible. New attractions include recently opened Ready Money Gardens visitor center, Mary’s Bed and Breakfast in Conch Bar and guided Crossing Place Trail hikes. A tried and true tradition includes the studio at the Middle Caicos Co-op, which brings alive handcraft traditions, traditional model sailboats are also on display. Cars, kayaks and bicycles are readily available for rent so everyone can explore the islands in their own way, with or without guides. The WhereWhenHow map of North and Middle Caicos (in its third printing) has help make finding your way about the islands fun. So if you are looking for a new opportunity to visit a historic place, use the new ecotourismtci.com to plan the perfect island getaway.
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