TIDES · TURKS & CAICOS ISLANDS
Who requires TIDES training?
From guest accommodation to the services that complete a visitor’s stay.
SCHEDULE 4 · TOURISM SERVICES
Find your sector.
Schedule 4 identifies these 19 tourism service categories. Section 50(1)(c) requires their operators to have staff trained under TIDES.
19 tourism service categories
Car rentals
Catering services
Private chefs
Restaurants and bars
Concierge services
Helicopter tours
Horseback riding
Taxi services
Travel agencies
Land-based tour operators
Tour boat operators less than 30 feet
Tour boat operators over 30 feet
Water sports equipment sales and rentals
Water sports operators
Golf
Spas
Casinos
Marinas
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SCHEDULE 5 · ACCOMMODATION
Every kind of island stay.
HotelsBoutique hotelsResortsVillasCondominium hotelsCondominiumsGuest housesBed and breakfast establishmentsSelf-catering apartment rentals
Airbnb, VRBO & short-term rentals
The booking platform does not determine legal classification. A vacation rental may fall within the Ordinance based on the premises and operation. Confirm the applicable licence, classification, and staff-training obligations with the Department.
Unsure which category applies?
Discuss your business and training needs with Kevin. For a determination of legal scope or licensing requirements, seek guidance from the Department of Tourism Regulations.
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