PARROT CAY in the Turks and Caicos is the northern Caribbean's pre-eminent private island, wrapped in sweeps of sand and peaceful seas featuring the region's best spa and haute cuisine. It combines nature - 1000 unspoilt acres, including a mile-long powdered beach - with understated style and cosseting service. At Parrot Cay the point is nature. Some guests find their own stretch of beach; others prefer to relax around the resort's main swimming pool - cobalt, melting into the bright horizon.

For activities there is a watersports centre and two floodlit tennis courts, a fully equipped gym, a 5000 sq ft Infinity pool, as well as hiking trails through the undeveloped back country. A library features a formidable book collection, as well as pool tables, Internet terminals, a satellite television and Playstation consoles.
Diving and deep sea fishing are popular guest activities and can be easily arranged.

In a pavilion overlooking the island's wetlands, practice yoga with the world's leading teachers during dedicated retreat weeks, taking advantage of COMO Shambhala's extensive retreat facilities. Melt beneath the hands of specialised therapists who administer Asian-inspired holistic therapies, honed by international health consultants. Coupled with COMO Shambhala Spa cuisine, you wil feel the benefits of a complete return to real well being.

Accommodation interiors come in whitewash with chic teak finishing. The aesthetic is pared down but unerringly sleek, featuring four-posters wrapped in soft cottons that billow with the breeze. Simplicity matters, and the privilege of space, enriched by clean-lined furniture, open-air day beds, cavernous bathrooms and enveloping linens.

Parrot Cay has made its own mark in the Caribbean, with its innovative Asian, Mediterranean and COMO Shambhala spa cuisines. Additionally, a well rounded room service menu is offered.

Think of it in simple terms: a place to rediscover those forgotten rhythms of long days, easy nights, and the salve of peace.

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Island Inns specializes in luxury hotels and villas in the Caribbean and Bahamas.