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WAS THERE PIRATES ON PARROT CAY. ONCE KNOWN AS PIRATE CAY ?

As a young boy I was always fascinated with Pirates, as I am sure many youngsters still are. But for me, I just never seemed to grow out of it, leaving me thirsty for more. As fait would have it, and in my much younger days, I became a salvage diver.Ultimately finding myself on an extraordinary Treasure Hunting expedition that would transport me through the Caribbean looking for Pirate Treasure. And much more interestingly, 

searching the amazing islands of the Turks and Caicos. Still fascinated with the many Pirates that frequented our beautiful shores, I continued to research the TCI and its own unique and extraordinary Pirate History. One of the most exciting of legends is that of my most favourite, and incredibly special islands of Pirate Cay, now known as Parrot Cay. Stories tell of a cluster of small cays comprising Water, Pine, Fort St. George, Dellis, Grouper and Pirate Cay [Parrot Cay]. These cays were the reputed sanctuaries of Anne Bonny and Mary Read, the famous lady pirates, and Parrot Cay is thought to be corruption of Pirate Cay. The thing is, theres not much recorded as it relates to Pirates in this area...until now!!! Over the years I continued to research, and in doing so collected some very interesting documents, maps, charts, and old books. Foremost is what I am sharing today, an 'original' record and charting from 1768 and ordered by the French Department of the Navy & the Kings Frigate L'Emeraud. The justification for claiming Parrot Cay [Pirate Cay] as a Pirate haunt can be found on Pages 64 and 65, falling under the heading "Water Cove & Pine Island" accompanied by Map [Plate XIX]. It notes that this Bay which is frequented by the English, & which makes a very good retreat for Corsairs [ie PIRATES], whence they would be will in range of worrying the ships that disembogue [from Haiti]. Water Cove is easy to recognize, because at one league from one league from the Three Maries, to the Southwest of these three rocks , you discover that the cost forms a large bend, who's tip ends at the West point which from there is almost out of view...[ a detailed description of what Nicholas Bellin calls Pine Island follows, and on Page 68 where he remarks that the potable water on the island could serve to provision 50 ships!] Water and Salt being worth as much as gold in those days. I will post a further and very interesting piece that relates to the North West point of Providenciales, and the cove by Amanyara once known as Canoe Cove....Very Interesting!!! Thanks to Mr. Marvel with the translation. The man who knows the most about our Pirates.

by Chloe Malle | photographed by Bruce Weber

Happy, stylish chaos ensues whenever Keith Richards and Patti Hansen, 56, gather the kids and grandkids, including 39-year-old model daughter-in-law Lucie de la Falaise, at their Turks and Caicos retreat.

“When you have the whole ensemble, the whole dynasty down there, the house is just shaking; everything’s going all the time,” says Theodora. She’s describing Richards-family gatherings on the North Caribbean island of Parrot Cay—a succession of sun-soaked beach days, fiercely competitive games of Mexican Train dominoes, and a cappella performances around the fire pit.

Keith plays the benevolent patriarch, and Patti Hansen rules the roost. “You always have someone to hang out with, always have something to do,” says Theodora. “Your imagination just runs wild.” 

The whole ensemble, currently a baker’s dozen assembled from 

Keith’s rambling family tree, congregated this Easter at the Turks and Caicos retreat Keith and Patti purchased ten years ago. Keith’s elder children, Marlon and Angela (their mother is Anita Pallenberg), brought their families over from the south coast of England. Marlon; his wife, model Lucie de la Falaise; and Ella Rose, sixteen, Orson, twelve, and Ida, three, had been to Parrot Cay many times before. “It’s a real vacation, where you can just be a family and not have to worry about anything else,” says Lucie, who last Easter invited friend Kate Moss and her daughter, Lila Grace, to join in on the fun. 

For Angela’s eleven-month-old daughter, Ava, however, it was a first visit. “Except when she was in her mom’s tummy,” corrects Theodora.

She and her sister Alexandra are the aunts extraordinaires of the seaside abode, leading the children in games of bocce and badminton and making music videos on the computer when bad weather looms. 

A typical day begins around 7:00 a.m. with the group busy preparing breakfasts—avocado and tomato on toast for Ella, French toast for Orson and Theodora—everyone already in bathing suits and raring to head down to the beach.

The dress code is relaxed, to the extreme. “My sister is topless all the time,” laments Alexandra. “She has the long hair to cover herself, but I’m like, ‘Come on, Theo, it’s just too early!’ ”

While Alexandra, Theodora, and Ella play tennis or badminton, Angela and her partner, Graham Whitney, may take the younger kids sailing on the Sunfish; Patti and Lucie might do yoga or get a massage. Keith likes to spend time with his grandchildren. Patti says he has “grown into” the babies but that “he really loves when he can chat with the kids and introduce them to books and reading.” As for game time, Patti wins at Scrabble, and Keith is the reigning dominoes champion—though Orson has been threatening his grandfather’s winning streak. “He’s been killing it lately!” says Alexandra.

The resort that runs the island provides welcome amenities like baby-sitters and fresh Thai cuisine (although Patti packs bangers and mash for Keith and the kids: “Keith is not a Thai-food guy; he’s really a meat-and-potatoes guy”).

At the end of each day the group assembles around the fire pit, where Keith mans the flames, and, yes, marshmallows are roasted. “We go down there and play guitar and sing songs, and it sounds straight out of a musical, but it’s awesome,” says Theodora. “Everyone has different renditions of Everly Brothers songs, and I think that Alexandra might have sung us some AC/DC—a very interesting version of AC/DC.”

A blissful schedule, according to Theodora. “You lose the sense of time,” she says. “There’re no clocks, there’re no dates; it’s almost like a weird Groundhog Day situation, but a wonderful day to have over and over again.”

Regency International Estates, Exclusive Affiliates of Christies International Real Estate.

The Turks and Caicos Islands Preeminent Luxury Real Estate Brokerage.

What it is we offer our clients that puts them ahead of the market.

We wanted to provide you with a full overview of Regency International Estates, the Exclusive Affiliates of Christie's International Real Estate. 

Who we are, and what we can do for you, the seller of fine luxury properties in the Turks and Caicos Islands.It has always been our goal to provide information to both buyers and sellers solely based on their needs.

If you would like to achieve the best possible sale price in the shortest possible time, then please consider this to be time well spent.

(Please note: You will see text highlighted in blue, these are hyperlinks to additional, more in-depth information)

Robert Greenwood and Katherine Baryluk, owners and brokers of RIE/CIRE bring with them over 30 years of experience in the Turks and Caicos Islands with significant ties to the community, and more than 20 years of knowledge in all aspects of real estate, development and resort industries. This affords our clients an invaluable advantage through our extensive local knowledge, and the comfort of working with highly trained, professional brokers and agents dedicated to the real estate industry. 

The Turks and Caicos Islands Real Estate market is one primarily made up of "Luxury" second, third, even fourth vacation home properties, with a buyer demographic almost entirely foreign, from locations such as the United States, Canada, Europe and more recently, South & Central American countries.  This very niche market, with its small target audience requires an outreach that is global yet focused, not just hitting our buyers by location, but by targeting the High Net Worth Investor who is ready, willing and able. 

RIE/CIRE focuses on three district marketing sectors, starting with our "Off-Island international program", then our "On-Island and local marketing" , finally outreach focused on "coming to the Island", something we will explain momentarily.

In this day-and-age, few travel without booking their ticket or hotel online, or logging into TripAdvisor to get feedback on a specific resort, restaurant, or excursion, so its easy to understand that one needs a strong global footprint. This fact is further emphasized when looking at the real estate market, where a study from the National Association of Realtors (NAR) indicates that an overwhelming majority (87%) of recent home buyers in the US say they used the internet as an information resource during their home-buying process, and nearly one-third say they first learned about their newly purchased home from an online channel. 

This need for global or "off-island international" exposure is why we are so excited to offer our clients the relationship we have with Christie’s International Real Estate. An invitation-only network only offered to companies with proven records of success in high-value home sales, where its affiliates must also exhibit a commitment to the auction house’s two-century-old tradition of exceptional client service. By cultivating this unique balance of worldwide scope with a personal touch, Christie’s International Real Estate has become a global authority on the effective marketing of fine properties, providing insightful advisory support along with sensitivity and intelligence. Finely tuned marketing services and a commitment to the business philosophy established by Christie’s in 1766 define a brand based on trust, integrity, discretion, and excellence. 

Christie's global internet outreach outperforms the competition in numerous categories, including percentage of high-end properties online, and the depth and reach of our network. This is something that can be seen here in the COMPARATIVE SUMMARY, and the Q1 WEB STATS clearly showing that we offer one of the most powerful opportunities a buyer or seller could hope for. We invite you to explore every aspect of the Christies International Real Estate from Press Releases, News, Great Locations, Significant Sales, and our luxury Turks and Caicos Properties.

Whilst our affiliation with Christies International Real Estate focuses on properties over $1,000,000USD, Regency International Estates acknowledges that there are many luxury properties in the TCI that may not be within this upper price range, but are still significant properties. As such, we provide extensive marketing and services through the Regency International Estates brand, its cutting edge, interactive website that boasts impressive page rankings,  and global internet presence for the local TCI market and beyond. The listings are also exclusively featured on the Robb Report's website in their "Exceptional Properties" viewd by millions. 

Regency International Estates are members of the Turks and Caicos Real Estate Association or TCREA for short,  and as such Real Estate professionals. Our Online Multiple Listing System (MLS) consolidates all listed properties in one location, giving maximum exposure to Sellers and one-stop shopping for Buyers. As your TCREA agent we can represent you in the purchase of any listed property and all major condominium developments. As a fully licensed brokerage in the TCI, and members of TCREA our clients gain valuable access to the Multiple Listing Service (MLS), where all properties are presented to the island's brokerage firms and their working agents. This greatly increases the likelihood that a buyer will be found through the co-operative relationship this system offers. TCREA also runs the island's ONLY Public MLS website, where all brokerages, agents, and properties are displayed for the general public to search, gather information, schedule showings, and ultimately make offers to purchase. And as you will see from the article providing our most current Market Summary, it obviously works.

Whilst these three web portals are among our top online marketing avenues, we like to stay on the cutting edge of the web, and the power it offers in reaching the world. And therefore, employ such Social Media portals for viral opportunity as Facebook (predicting 1 Billion users late 2012), YouTube, Twitter, LinkedIn, Virtual Tours, Pintrest, Blogs, etc.

The world wide web is just that, and we need to capture as many buyers in this web as possible.

Print still remains an important and viable method of advertising. As with the Luxury Christie's Magazine, rich with striking photography, elegant design and engaging descriptions, Christie’s International Real Estate magazine is a publication that many of our traditional, less internet savvy clients prefer.  Printed four times a year, the magazine reaches approximately one million readers annually. A targeted mailing list 

ensures that each issue is sent to individuals of exceptional means, including the world’s wealthiest homeowners, international entrepreneurs, business leaders, and celebrities. Christie’s International Real Estate magazine isavailable at newsstands, fine bookstores, fashionable hotels, private airport lounges, and Affiliate offices across the world. It is also distributed at important Christie’s auctions in cities such as Hong Kong, New York,Dubai, London, Milan, Geneva, and Paris. 

Further publications include the very popular TCREA Magazine, published twice per year with a large "on-island" distribution to a very captive and targeted audience. Again, much like the online MLS, the magazine consolidates all listed properties in one location, giving maximum exposure to Sellers and one-stop shopping for Buyers. Ultimately getting into the hands of almost every potential buyer that visits the Turks and Caicos. Electronic versions are available for each publication.

"Coming to the Island" marketing is an opportunity to take a very different approach by creating articles that educate and inform the reader on certain aspects of the real estate market, investments opportunities, or lifestyle. Indirectly creating a relationship between the reader and the author, or buyer and brokerage. There are several publications that are provided to commercial flights arriving in the TCI daily and explore these opportunities on a seasonal case-by-case basis. We also include the many Private jets that find a hime in the TCI, recently being published in the dedicated on-board flight publication for our associates at Chartright.

We also provide very detailed marketing items such as Property Specific Brochures and Post Cards that are available locally, at our offices and in your property. These marketing tools alert the many potential buyers who may be vacationing to the fact that it is for sale and who to contact.  In depth e- brochures are also available. 

*Please note that we provide all print materials electronically for convenience to our clients abroad. 

Its extremely important to have a strong personal presence and so have located three satellite offices at the Regent Palms, The Shore Club and The Sands, providing brand recognition through our trusted and 

prestigious name. This also allows us convenient locations to meet with prospective buyers and sellers where we can share with them the many benefits of the island and our properties. Most buyers are looking for aresource that can share with them more than just facts and figures, and with over 30 years in the TCI, and hundreds of millions of dollars in real estate transactions, we are able to provide our clients with a wealth of knowledge dating back to the islands very first development, through a deep understanding of every development since. We have found that our thorough and deep understanding of how the Turks and Caicos Islands work through our 3 decades in the TCI, provides great comfort to our buyers and trust from our sellers.

As a part of our knowledge base, we keep our clients up to date with applicable sales data through the creation of our MARKET REPORT. We apply considerable time and resources to analyzing and tracking sales statistics, converting this raw data into a format thats easily understood, then provided our buyers and sellers through our blog.

We extend an invitation to any property owner who is considering selling a property to contact us for a private cosultation.

April 2, 2012 | 10:07 am

Bruce Willis is a daddy once again: He and wife Emma Heming welcomed a baby girl on Sunday, naming her Mabel Ray Willis.

The two "are overjoyed about the newest member of their family," their rep told People on Monday, adding that mother and baby were doing well.

The "Die Hard" actor, 57, and Heming-Willis, 33, a Malta-born model and designer, were married in March 2009 in the Turks and Caicos, where Willis owns a place; this is a first child for them.

Willis, however, has three other daughters with ex-wife Demi Moore, ages 23, 20 and 18.

So tell us in comments: Does "Mabel" live up to the quirky Willis naming tradition, up against Rumer, Scout and Tallulah, or is it a "one of these things is not like the others" situation? 

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A Selection of Private Islands and Luxury Retreats For Those Mega Millions

I found it very interesting as I watched the many interviews prior to the big MEGA MILLIONS draw, asking what people would buy if they won all that money ? One hopeful ticket holder after the other said that they would buy a Private Island, not just once or twice, but 15 different interviews on 4 different Networks.

Being that we are lucky enough to live on one of the most beautiful islands in the world, Turks and Caicos, and represent some of the most exclusive private islands in the entire Caribbean, we can definatley identify with them...

So, the draw has been made, the winners chosen, and now we are waiting for the call...Come and see our Private Brokers at Regency International Estates  - Exclusive Affiliates of Christies International Real Estate

Toys Of The Caribbean...

Not only does the TCI have some of the worlds best beaches and turquoise waters, all fit for an unriveled lifestyle but we have cool too.

If you love Divng, we have the best, If you love fishing, we have the best, if love boating, we have the best, and with the emerging Kiteboarding and Windsurfing Mecca on Long Bay Beach, we again have the best.

Now, if it's adrenaline your after, then this is definately for you... 

Crossed between an exotic sports car, speed boat, submarine, jet plane, and Shark, the Seabraecher is the ULTIMATE DIVING MACHINE.

This little toy belongs to a great friend of ours and is one of the most amazingly exciting adventures you can experiance on, in, or under the water. And with the crytal clear turquoise waters found in the Turks and Caicos Islands it just adds to the experiance.

So if your sailing along on a beautiful Caribbean day, daydreaming about what it would be like to live this life all year round, and this pops up, DON'T PANIC, its probably me

Whats fun to do in the Turks and Caicos Islands ?

Thought I would start doing a series of posts based on this question as I have been asked it so many times.

I have a feeling that some folks just don't get what we have to offer in the turks and Caicos Islands !!! Time to spotlight the Monaco of the Caribbean.

This was taken just offshore from Grace Bay Beach, voted one of worlds best beaches, looks like it could be fun... Actualy, I know its fun

Take a look at the amazing lifestyle we enjoy in The Turks and Caicos Islands.

A place to want for nothing for everything is on hand....

Regency International Estates the Exclusive Affiliates of Christies International Real Estate introduces one of the worlds most spectacular Private Island Estates.

Discover Parrot Cay Estate – a new development of privately owned villas and beach houses. Owning a private home at Parrot Cay is about diving into the pool each morning and feeling as if you are the first person to exist. It’s about feeling free, in the company of family and friends, and having a piece of pristine Caribbean all to yourself.

Your villa fits snugly within Parrot Cay’s natural contours while maximising privacy. The views to open ocean uplift the soul while the mile-long beach is a privilege that’s rare. Enjoy all this, including the sound of silence, seeing only an occasional boat bobbing out at sea.

.Think of it as a place filled with sunshine and when evening falls, a sky packed with stars.

Dip your toes a little deeper into the sparkling waters of Parrot Cay: 

We’re currently offering a small selection of villas for private ownership. The three-bedroom villas are each set on an acre and a half of its own private land, protected by lush, native vegetation, and the rise of the dunes. They are orientated towards the sea in order to catch the breeze. These new three-bedroom villas are single-floor homes where the living space extends directly onto your extensive Brazilian hardwood deck, 

flowing into the infinity-edged pool and down to the powdery white beach. The highest standards of contemporary living are reflected in outdoor showers, sun-drenched living rooms and master bedroom suites with sweeping views of the turquoise ocean. These new houses extend our existing inventory, some available to rent, which makes up Parrot Cay Estate.

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Imagine a home away from home..

Parrot Cay in the Turks and Caicos Islands.

On a stretch of undeveloped beach front... Capturing the trade winds on the northern tip of Parrot Cay will be three newly designed Beach Houses. Based on the hotels popular beach accommodations, these offer a casual style while still incorporating all the signature details of design and comfort that continue to make the Island so desirable. The homes will be discreetly nestled in surround native plants with sandy pathways leading to powdery beaches.

Each Beach House will incorporate handmade furniture from Bali, signature natural woods including pine floors, vaulted ceilings and Italian white linens. The Beach House is offered turnkey for ease of ownership. They consist of two bedrooms, three full bathrooms, a large open living and dining area with separate kitchen.

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Regency International Estate the Exclusive Affiliate of Christie's International Real Estate has just introduced a limited inventory of amazing Private Island properties to its global network.

Parrot Cay in the Turks and Caicos is the northern Caribbean's pre-eminent private island. It combines nature with 1000 unspoilt acres, including a mile-long powdered beach – with understated style, cosseting service and smiling staff.Here you will find an award-winning holistic spa, health-giving cuisine and beach houses with private pools. At Parrot Cay, the soul is unique with space to rediscover those forgotten rhythms of long days and easy nights.

Owning a private home at Parrot Cay is about diving into the pool each morning and feeling as if you are the first person to exist. It’s about feeling free, in the company of family and friends, and having a piece of pristine Caribbean all to yourself.Your villa fits snugly within Parrot Cay’s natural contours while maximising privacy. The views to open ocean uplift the soul while the mile-long beach is a privilege that’s rare. Enjoy all this, including the sound of silence, seeing only an occasional boat bobbing out at sea.Think of it as a place filled with sunshine and when evening falls, a sky packed with stars.

A place to want for nothing for everything is on hand.

Three-Bedroom Villas:

Each set on an acre and a half of its own private land, protected by lush, native vegetation and the rise of the dunes. They are orientated towards the sea in order to catch the breeze.These new three-bedroom villas are single-floor homes where the living space extends directly onto your extensive Brazilian hardwood deck, flowing into the infinity-edged pool and down to the powdery white beach.The highest standards of contemporary living are reflected in outdoor showers, sun-drenched living rooms and master bedroom suites with sweeping views of the turquoise ocean.

A Beach House to retreat to, to indulge in, love and savour:

Quietly contemporary and soaked in natural light, our relaxed two-bedroom beach houses available to purchase will have large decks and soul-stirring pools with direct access to the white beach that lies a few steps 
in front.Their casual, elegant design will be dominated by the neutral colours of sun-bleached oak. Living comforts will include an open living and dining area, dual master bedroom suites with private outdoor showers  and an expansive deck. You can dine inside or out; have the masseuse come to you; go fishing, diving or throw a beachfront barbecue in your foot-in-the-sand paradise.  

Parrot Cay Luxury Home Sites

Make your Parrot Cay villa your Caribbean fiefdomOur total commitment to privacy, comfort and the island’s unspoiled natural setting is what sets a home on Parrot Cay apart. The island invites a visionary to create their own ideal of perfection, with blistering white beaches to inspire the design.Landowners can be as involved with the building process as much as they like, employing their own architects or engaging our Estate Management team. On construction of the property, all landowners have access to Parrot Cay’s facilities including the award-winning COMO Shambhala Retreat