As professional vacationers, we always have to have a bit of divine foresight when selecting a getaway. Of course it's not easy – often, we channel our inner chasseurs in order to claim a decent spot – but we get by. If only everyone else could benefit from our... shenanigans.

Then God said: let there be The Somerset on Grace Bay, on the island of Provo (Providenciales for the newcomers), a la Turks and Caicos.

Think of the Somerset as God's vacation spot – white sands, private outdoor jacuzzi, and the pleasantly nagging sense that the only thing you've forgotten are your deadlines. Of course, the luxurious marble floors (and bath) and plasma TV in your room help. And from your wraparound terrace you can deliberate on how many laps you should do in the reverse-current lap pool, before you deliberate on which angel you'd like to... absolve. Indulgent and delightful, the Somerset promises the type of glorious luxury and five-star service usually reserved for a king of kings.

What's that about being made in the same image and likeness?

The Somerset | Princess Drive, Providenciales, Turks and Caicos, BWI | 649-946-5900 | www.thesomerset.com