The Sands at Grace Bay Offers Travel Deal Over Turks & Caicos "Race For The Conch" Swim Race Weekend

Online, June 29, 2011 (Newswire.com) - The Sands at Grace Bay has created a "Conchtastic" travel incentive to encourage guests to participate in the second annual "Race For The Conch" open water swim race, scheduled for July 9th, 2011. For resort stays booked over this exciting race weekend, the resort is offering several freebies including a 4th Night Free travel offer, complimentary round-trip transfers to/from the race events, free admission for two adults to tour the Providenciales Conch Farm - the only Queen Conch Farm in the world - and free conch fritters at the resort's Oceanside Hemingway's Restaurant.

The "Race for the Conch" - slated for Saturday, July 9th 2011 - will be the second organized open water charity swim race in Providenciales, Turks & Caicos. With world-class swimmers in attendance, this annual race is held to raise awareness of the valuable ocean and reef systems surrounding the islands and funds support local ocean and reef protection charities. The race consists of both a one-mile and a 2.4 mile race along the world-renowned Grace Bay Beach, and is open to all competitive and recreational swimmers. There is also a 100 meters children's "Race for the Conch" for swimmers twelve years and younger (all children may participate for free.) For more information about the race including a course map, schedule, pricing and for registration, visit www.ecoseaswim.com.

The Sands at Grace Bay's "Conchtastic" travel offer is valid for stays of three nights or more that fall on July 9th, 2011. Guests who book this offer will receive their 4th night free in addition to two free adult admission tickets to tour the Providenciales Conch Farm, free shuttle transportation to/from the swim race events on July 9th and one complimentary order of conch fritters at Hemingway's Restaurant & Bar. Resort guests will also enjoy access to complimentary Watersports - from kayaks and windsurfing equipment to snorkel gear and Hobie Cats - as well as free bicycle rentals for island exploration.

The "Conchtastic" offer is valid for new bookings of all room categories and is subject to availability at the time of booking. It cannot be used in conjunction with any other offers or promotions, and is not applicable for groups. Guests can book this offer online at www.thesandstc.com and simply select the "Conchtastic" offer when making reservations over the Race for the Conch weekend - or they can toll-free from the U.S. (877) 777-2637; from Canada (800) 567-5327.

About The Sands at Grace Bay
The Sands at Grace Bay is situated on the world-renowned 12-mile crescent of powdery white sand known as Grace Bay Beach - voted the #1 Beach Destination In The World by the 2011 Trip Advisor's 'Traveler's Choice' Awards. This gracious, family-friendly 114-room resort located on six oceanfront acres offers accommodations in studios and 1-, 2- and 3-bedroom suites ranging from 1,000 to 1,600 square feet, all of which combine comfort-focused amenities and spectacular natural surroundings. Suites also come with fully equipped kitchens appointed with stainless appliances, granite countertops, coffee makers and more. The Sands at Grace Bay is the home of Hemingway's Restaurant and Bar - a legendary beach-side venue and local favorite - where guests can enjoy gourmet selections and island specialties seven days a week. Spa treatments by Spa Tropique are also available by appointment.

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