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visit to Grand Turk. It s a catalog of the history of the tiny island group, and you ll find many unique and interesting artifacts on display. For instance, some 50% of the museum s displays are centered around the remains of the wreck of Molasses Reef. That s where the Spanish caravel, name unknown, was found. It sank off Grand Turk sometime prior to 1513, making it the oldest known shipwreck in the Americas. When the wreck was first discovered, it was thought to be the wreck of one of Christopher Columbus ships, the Pinta, but this was not the case. It seems there s no evidence that the Pinta ever returned to Grand Turk. Today, little is left of the hull of the wreck, but what remains is on display, along with artifacts from the wreck. There are also some pre-Columbian artifacts, including a whole room dedicated to the Taino culture, with a Taino paddle dated to around 1100 AD. Open 9 am until 4 pm weekdays, and 9 am until 1 pm on Saturdays. Tours of the museum are conducted weekdays at 2 pm. Admission is $5 for adults, 50 for students. It s located in Guinep House, Front Street, Cockburn Town. 649-946-2160.

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There are virtually no designated walking, hiking or bicycling trails on any of the islands. These activities are very much go-as-you-please affairs, especially on the Out Islands. The main roads are the first and most obvious choice, but there are also the beaches, of course, and hundreds of unmarked side roads that often end up at a secluded beach where you can enjoy a picnic lunch and a swim. At least in the Out Islands, there s no reason why you shouldn t wander at will. The locals are friendly and willing to give ideas, directions and the benefit of their knowledge about the best places to go and sites to see. Don t be afraid to ask.