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Mid-Winter Depression? Get yourself something nice to escape from it all...

Posted Thu Feb 12 14:07:00 UTC 2009



While winter is hitting central Europe and even parts of Europe like the UK, where this kind of winter weather is very unusual, people might dream of sunny beaches, blue skies and start to think about where their holidays will be spent, or even buying a second home where they can escape such weather when they want.

There are many places in the world where it seems nice to spend your time and money, but only a few are worth it to think about. Great accessibility, stunning vacation lifestyle and service throughout are the key facts for the most of us. The Caribbean will be almost every ones first thought. One of my favourites in the Caribbean is Dellis Cay; a well designed and often reported about development on a beautiful island of the Turks and Caicos. A few of the most recognized architects of theses days, like Piero Lissoni, Shigeru Ban, Zaha Hadid and David Chipperfield, just to name a few, have been invited to design beach front villas, over water villas and resort residences. All feature each architect’s own style, far beyond the traditional Caribbean style and this development is to be one of the, if not, the, most outstanding Caribbean luxury development by far.

In contrast, I would like to mention Roko Ki on the Dominican Republic Island. The brand new development, launched in 2007 and soon to be open, is one of the most beautiful new resort developments in the Dominican Republic. Toped by the Westin® Roco Ki Beach & Golf Resort, featuring a Nick Faldo design golf course which was awarded as one of the “Best New International Course of 2008”, this eco-friendly development is nicely sited at one of the most beautiful spots on the east cost of the island. After completion, Roko Ki will be home to a few lucky people who’ve decided to own an oasis from it all on this beautiful island.

Posted By: Peter Rabitz

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Fractional ownership - the new way to buy vacation properties?

Posted Fri Dec 05 14:49:00 UTC 2008

Fractional ownership is getting more and more interesting for all those who are looking for a second home anywhere in the world. This investment model seems very interesting for individuals who are not named on the Forbes 500 list. With the fractional ownership model you will be able to buy a share within one of the worlds most luxury developments without spending millions to purchase the whole property. Most important is to choose a location what is considered to be a hotspot or sought-after. Also important is to take a look at the management company who is operating the resort. This will ensure that your investment will be in good hands and your expected rental income is being managed and optimized. We can offer a great opportunity of fractional ownership at one of Tuscany’s most noted resort “Castello di Casole, a 5 star Tuscan resort and residence club, where restored farmhouse villas are available for whole or fractional ownership. The development has been just recently awarded as „Best Development in Italy”, “Best Renovation” and “Best Luxury Development” at the 2008 “homes overseas awards” in London. From its launch, Castello di Casole has upheld absolutely the highest standards in every aspect of its operation from its sensitive architectural construction and luxurious interiors to the exemplary service levels throughout the estate.

The same business model, but just a few thousand kilometers west – Rõco Ki at the Dominican Republic. This new development offers fractional and whole ownership as well. It will be operated by the Westin Rõco Ki Beach & Golf Resort or by an own management group of the Rõco Ki development.

Posted By: Peter Rabitz

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