asiapropertyblog.comPerfectly Profitable Paradise – The Pearl of the Orient

So who is fortunate enough to own a private island? Well rumours are rife but unless you are Richard Branson and want to rent out your island paradise then you are likely to try and keep it a secret.   Pirate of the Caribbean, Johnny Depp is said to own an island in the Bahamas; Steven Spielberg reportedly took a shine to the Portuguese island of Madeira and Mel Gibson chose Fiji as his location of secret seclusion.

Where would you choose? And what could you afford? Well perhaps not the whole island but you can have your very own slice of the Cacao Pearl – a pristine and private heart shaped tropical island laying in warm waters and home to coconut palms, papaya trees, rainforest, turtles and rare birds.  With 3 km of dramatic coastline and coral reefs, located within the world-renowned Palawan archipelago, Cacao Pearl boasts four marine reserves and two UNESCO World Heritage sites. You and your loved one can chose from eight different beaches or disappear into a hidden cove for a romantic picnic, sunbathing and a swim in the tropical waters.

Cacao Pearl is one of 1,780 islands that make up Palawan, an island province in south west Philippines and is one of the most romantic spots in the world. Imagine a white glove service, beyond-eco boutique resort community, sensitively developed to retain its natural, tropical charm whilst also offering the upmost in comfort, relaxation, and adventure. The chic residences have been designed exclusively for Cacao Resorts by former film art director Antonio Calvo (Love Actually, Pride & Prejudice) and built to exceed LEED standards for ecologically responsible construction. It is a carbon neutral resort and utilizes renewable energy sources; uniquely all net profits from the resort are invested in philanthropic projects through a Foundation which has been specifically set up to aid local community projects.

Where else in the world could you walk out of your home and pick mangoes and orchids for your breakfast tray. Then perhaps a dip in the hand crafted sunken deck tub followed by a relaxing hour or two in the Cliff Edge Spa where they will create bespoke oils and masks to suit your taste.  And perhaps now a trip to the Chocolatier might seem in order – set in a tropical fruit orchard.

So don’t leave it to the likes of Mel Gibson and Johnny Depp – live your own celebrity dream on this ‘rock star ready’ island of love.  The island residences are delivered in 1 or 2 bedroom configurations each with its own private nature-scaped garden estate of 800-1500 sqm. Bespoke residences are available to anyone with specific ideas or room plans. Prices from US$300,000 fully furnished, ready-to-rent. For more information contact Experience International on 0207 321 5858, visit Cacao Pearl Island or follow us at http://twitter.com/experience_int.

Popular Asia-Pacific accommodation website Wotif.com announced the 10 most popular regions in Asia according to its booking stats during 2009.

For the 3rd year in a row Thailand has toped the chart as most popular and the Philippines crept up into the list also showing the increasing popularity of the country.

Here is the list

Top Asian Regions (by bookings)
1. Thailand
6. Vietnam
2. Singapore
3. Hong Kong
4. Malaysia
5. Indonesia
7. China
8. Japan
9. Macau
10. Philippines

Source:
Popular hotel booking site announces top 10 Asian travel destinations for last year
Wotif.com reveals Asia’s most wanted
Thursday, January 21, 2010
http://www.traveldailynews.com

Philippine property yields are expected to remain steady or show a slight increase during 2010, driven by a resurgent Asian economy, forecasts apart-hotel property investment specialist, Asset Property Brokers – the Chinese economy is predicted to grow by 9% in 2010 with Singapore expanding by 4.3%, Taiwan by 3.7% and the Philippines by 3.2%, according to the International Monitory Fund…

Source: The Move Channel, Friday, November 27, 2009.

Again another great indication of the value of Asia and especially Philippines property investment.

Here is proof that SE Asia is consistently increasing in popularity with foreign visitors, these stats can only have a very positive effect on the tourist property investment industry. The low property prices and massive increasing tourist trends mean  it has never been a better time to invest in property in SE Asia.

Check out these great developments

Continent Fairways – a superb Boracay property investment opportunity that offers guaranteed rental income of around 20% p.a

Cacao Pearl Island – a Palawan property investment opportunity, a beyond eco private island retreat with out the high price tag

Figures released by the Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA) show that the numbers of international visitors to the Asia Pacific region* grew by 2.2 percent year-on-year in October 2009, improving the overall position for the year (10 months) to just four percent down when compared with the same period in 2008.

Within Asia, Southeast Asia recorded a strong seven percent growth in international visitor arrivals, boosted by another impressive month for Malaysia (+14%) and better results from Indonesia (+3 percent) and Thailand (+11%).

Source
Statistics & Trends
Pacific Asia Travel Association
October continues positive trend for Asia Pacific tourism
Wednesday, January 06, 2010

http://www.traveldailynews.com

Cacao Resorts has been recognised at the CNBC International Property Awards with an award for Best Residential Development in Country

Nestled on a stunning private island at the northernmost tip of the Palawan bio-sphere, Philippines, the Cacao Pearl is an affordable, paparazzi-free, chic and low-density designer boutique resort development that is beyond-eco, and further pledges 100% of its net profits to social and environmental programs.

The Cacao Pearl residences are exclusive designs by film art director, Antonio Calvo (“Love Actually,” “Alexander”, “Pride & Prejudice”.) and the final phase of beachfront or rainforest residences are now available to discriminating investors with a conscience and a desire for investment-grade security with options to use, re-sell or rent through the five-star Cacao resort.

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