Taylor Swift and British boyfriend Joe Alwyn enjoy a loved-up snorkelling date in Turks and Caicos

This time two years ago it was THAT July 4th party with Tom Hiddleston and THAT 'I heart TS' tank top.

But this year Taylor Swift opted for a much quieter affair with current beau, British actor Joe Alwyn, as the couple enjoyed a secret romantic getaway at a luxury resort in Turks and Caicos on Wednesday. 

The pop princess, 28, slipped into a patriotic red, white and blue striped bikini as she and her love, 27, enjoyed a day of snorkelling in the sunshine.  

The pair spent Independence Day with one another, dipping in and out of the crystal clear waters. The 28-year-old Getaway Car hitmaker showed off her svelte figure in a striped bikini in patriotic red, white and blue colours. 

The stunning singer went make-up free for her dip in the ocean, tying back her blonde hair in a ponytail.

Joe, who is British, showcased his own toned torso in a pair of navy white striped swim shorts, with both carrying a snorkel and flippers. 

They frolicked around in the sea for a while, taking turns floating on their backs and swimming side by side as Taylor enjoyed a break from her highly successful Reputation tour.

The duo could be seen cosying up in the water, the Blank Space hitmaker hugging the handsome actor from behind and planting sweet kisses on his shoulder.

Strapping on some snorkels, goggles and flippers, they messed around in the water, making sure not to leave one another's side. 





MailOnline