Spring 2005

  • The Butterflies of The Turks and Caicos Islands April 1, 2005
    Story and Photos by Richard Ground Over 40 species of butterfly have been recorded in the Turks & Caicos Islands. They range from the large and showy Bahaman Swallowtail (Heraclides andraemon) down to the tiny Pygmy Blue (Brephidium exilis). While most of the species range throughout the Islands, some are quite local in their distribution. The Swallowtail, ...
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  • Talking Taino: Starry, Starry Night April 1, 2005
    By Dr. Bill Keegan and Dr. Betsy Carlson Jacques Derrida is dead. He died on October 9, 2004 at the age of 74. Derrida was a French philosopher who recognized the importance of language in shaping our perception of the world around us. He pioneered a field of critical theory called deconstructionism. The approach argues that ...
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  • Mandalay on Grace Bay April 1, 2005
    Caribasian Resort & Residences By Kathy Borsuk~ Artwork by Kevin Melbourne Many travelers find themselves captivated by the mysterious charms of the East. Its ancient blend of energy, peace and wisdom grows ever more compelling as the Western world becomes increasingly chaotic. As well, the standards of its high-end hospitality industry are unparalleled. With this in mind, ...
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  • Transforming Waste Into Wonder / Dispute Resolution Without Tears April 1, 2005
    By Kathy Borsuk Although the Turks & Caicos still have no formal recycling program in place, one local entrepreneur has taken matters into his own hands: turning empty conch shells into stunning pieces of home decor. Phil Thompson, president of Thompson’s Conch, uses a patented process in which crushed conch shells are embedded in a laminate matrix ...
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Ramona Settle has been traveling to TCI since 1994. She’s explored (and photographed) every island except for East Caicos. Pelican Beach is one of her favorite places, as evidenced by this striking photo of a conch shell discovered there.

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