Grand Turk Cruise Guide: #1 Beach Tip, Big Mistakes to Avoid, and a Serious Legal Warning

What if stepping off your cruise ship led you straight to a free beach day with no taxis, no tender boats, and no spending required? In this episode, Melissa, a cruising professor who loves honest advice, shares everything you need to know about Grand Turk, one of the Caribbean’s easiest and most relaxing ports. Whether you plan to chill by the ship or explore further, this guide will help you enjoy Grand Turk safely, affordably, and confidently. Important Links: Grand Turk port guide: https://www.profmelissa.com/blog/grandturk Favorite Capital One Venture X card - https://bit.ly/4cbBF3U Snorkeling gear set: https://amzn.to/430X4sB Water socks: https://amzn.to/44Yl8ie Golf Cart Rental: https://bit.ly/4jEaMbL 1:46 Is there a free beach in Grand Turk? 2:44 What should I pack if cruising to Grand Turk? 3:20 Who are the “chair pirates,” and how can you avoid them? 5:04 Is Jack’s Shack really worth the hype? 5:41 Is there a Margaritaville or Starbucks in the Grand Turk cruise port? 7:07 Should I rent a golf cart in Grand Turk? 9:05 What are the best beaches in Grand Turk? 11:12 How should you handle money and credit cards in Grand Turk? 12:33 What is the serious legal warning every visitor needs to know? ----------------------------------------------- PODCAST Want this video in audio form? Stream my podcast: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7DnkEqe24Ytgsgvq09ewOU?si=Psra8RmDS5-aKvkyl5yNfQ Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/professor-melissas-cruise-pod/id1776258596 ----------------------------------------------- LINKS 🛳️ Find my ridiculous cruise clothes and favorite cruise essentials here: https://amzlink.to/az0MeCnr7c6Oc 🛳️ Want to learn how to become a travel agent, either to book your own travel or as a side hustle? https://www.profmelissa.com/travelagent 🛳️ Get my top recommended travel card to earn travel points and get better protections when traveling: https://i.capitalone.com/Jpsx6W1yZ 🛳️ Want to book a cruise or take a cruise with me? https://www.profmelissa.com/book 🛳️ Get FREE Port Guides, cruise advice, and more at https://www.profmelissa.com/ 🛳️ Get my FREE Cruise Packing List & Planning Guide at https://www.profmelissa.com/subscribe 🛳️ Want to book my favorite private drivers? https://www.profmelissa.com/ ------------------------------------------------- CONNECT WITH ME TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@professormelissa Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ProfMelissaCruises/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr_melissa_newman/ ------------------------------------------------- Please note that sometimes, my posts contain affiliate links. This means I may receive a commission through purchases, but this does not affect you as a consumer or cost you more in any way. I appreciate your use of my links, as this helps support my channel. ♥️