Caracola Beach and Spa Resort Opening in July 2011

Caracola Beach and Spa Resort, on Isla Margarita, is set to open in July 2011.

The resort will feature 1244 one and two bedroom luxury suites spread over 15 floors with nearly all having breathtaking views of the Caribbean Sea.

Each deluxe condominium will be constructed of the highest standards and will feature a fully-fitted modern kitchen, inviting living room, tranquil balcony, and climate controlled air conditioning system. These spectacular units will be the ultimate in comfort and luxury.

The resort will offer its guests many amenities including four pools with waterslides, lazy river, swim up bar, four restaurants plus a night club, high end duty free shopping, and a salon and spa.

Isla Margarita is located outside of the hurricane belt, placing it in a very comfortable environment which offers warm days and cool nights. This pristine location in the Caribbean provides guests with fairly consistent 80 degree days amongst dramatic mountainous terrain, lush vegetation, flora and fauna, and many spectacular sandy beaches.

For more information regarding Caracola Beach and Spa Resort and its amenities, please visit www.CaracolaBeachSpaResort.com.

Invest in Caracola Beach and Spa Resort

Looking for the perfect vacation home? Here is a list of ten reasons why Caracola Beach and Spa Resort, on Isla Margarita, will be your best Caribbean investment.

• All properties are sold fully furnished with air conditioning
• Isla Margarita is the only Caribbean Island outside of the hurricane belt
• Last apart-hotel directly on the beach in an area with a shortage of top quality accommodations
• Guaranteed minimum 7% per annum net rental return for 10 years, increasing to 8.25% for last 5 years, if resort occupancy reaches 75% in year 5
• Low deposit (only 30%) goes into ESCROW
• All properties are freehold, which includes no maintenance or service fees
• Pre-launch prices with excellent scope for capital growth
• World class rental and management company
• Best-in-class developer, proven track record
• Tax efficient ownership

Experience All of Margarita Island on a Jeep Tour

When visiting Caracola Beach and Spa Resort, an exciting way to experience Isla Margarita is by a jeep tour. One of the best jeep tours on Isla Margarita is Crusin-N-Style. Tours run from 4 to 8 hours and although there is a typical route in place, outlines can be adjusted according to preference.

Basic outline for a 4 hour tour: ($90 U.S. Dollars Total)

• Visit a historic castle
• Stop at an old fort (not necessarily for the historical value but for the scenic view)
• Visit a few famous churches
• Stop by La Sierra (El Copey), which is the highest mountain peak that can be driven to on the island
• Visit Botanical Gardens
• Stop at Margarita's most famous beach known as Playa el Agua
• Mini flea market shopping
• Drive through Juan Greigo (known for sunsets, shopping and beautiful beaches)
• Drive around the northern tip of the island where you can take scenic pictures.

Basic outline for a 6 hour tour: ($110 U.S. Dollars Total)

Includes what is stated in a 4 hour tour plus:

• Stop for lunch or snack (not included in price)
• Downtown shopping or flea market shopping
• Visit La Restinga National Park
o 30 minutes or 1 hour boat tour (not included in price)

Basic outline for an 8 hour tour: ($130 U.S. Dollars Total)
Includes what is stated in a 4 hour tour plus:

• Stop for lunch and try Margarita's authentic food (not included in price)
• Downtown shopping or flea market shopping
• Visit La Restinga National Park
o 30 minutes or 1 hour boat tour (not included in price)
• Visit Boca de Rio's Marine Museum
• Beach time
o 1 or 2 hours at a nice beach of your choice or a recommended one.

Top Restaurants on Isla Margarita

During your visit to Caracola Beach and Spa Resort, be sure to visit at least one of these fantastic restaurants during your stay.

Casa Caranta

Housed in a beautifully restored colonial-era house in downtown Pampatar, this creative restaurant is a must stop on any visit to Isla Margarita. Italy, Asia, and America are the principal inspirations for the regularly changing menu, which is handwritten on a few large chalkboards and brought to your table. Options range from homemade pasta with shrimp and porcini mushrooms to fresh grouper in a green curry sauce. With live entertainment most nights, this restaurant really gets going after around 10pm each evening.
Location: Pampatar Cuisine: Seafood Main Courses: ($8.85-$20)

El Pacífico

This is the best beachside joint of all the restaurants that line the strip of Playa El Agua. Get a table near the large windows overlooking the sea, or live dangerously and dine at a table under one of the tall coconut palms. Start things off with the plato de pescado ahumado (plate of smoked fish) and follow it with the fresh grilled red snapper or langostinos al parchita (jumbo shrimp in passion-fruit sauce).
Location: Playa El Agau Cuisine: South American Main Courses: ($5.00-$15.00)

Nikkei

This stylish restaurant serves up a wide range of traditional and fusion creations from the cuisines of Peru, Japan and a few of other Asian countries. The second-floor dining room is actually a large loft, with walls of solid glass on all sides. You may want to start with a Salad Nikkei, a small bowl of fresh mixed greens and seaweed in a ginger, honey-mustard vinaigrette, where bits of fried salmon skin take the place of croutons. It is recommended that you try to mix and match dishes for a Pan-Asian/Peruvian feast. Don't let the small sushi bar fool you; the sushi here is excellent.
Location: Porlamar Cuisine: Japanese and Peruvian Main Courses: ($6.00-$13.00)

Experience Isla Margarita Through Gringo Rent-A-Car

While staying at Caracola Beach and Spa Resort, why not rent a car to better experience the island? Now you can do just that through Gringo Rent-A-Car.

Gringo Rent-A-Car offers an English speaking staff, exceptional customer service, documents in both English and Spanish, and an online booking service. When you reserve a Gringo Rent-A-Car you will be assured that your car will be waiting for you at the airport or at your hotel, depending on your preference.

Should you not have an island compatible cell phone, Gringo Rent-A-Car will lend you a phone to use free of charge. The phone will provide you with access to a bilingual customer service representative, which is an invaluable service should you be stopped by the authorities for any reason or need assistance with your vehicle.

All vehicles are dealer maintained and have full liability insurance. Prices start at $30.00 per day and include unlimited mileage.

For more information on Caracola Beach and Spa Resort and other amenities of Isla Margarita, please visit www.CaracolaBeachSpaResort.com.

Enjoy The Major Cities of Isla Margarita

When staying at Caracola Beach and Spa Resort, be sure to check out one, or all, of Isla Margarita’s major cities. Each city is sure to offer its visitors something different.

Porlamar- This is the biggest city on Isla Margarita and is known for its commercial center. It has a wide variety of shops and restaurants, sure to appeal to every taste. Boulevard Guevara, a narrow, store-lined road, is the best place to shop at good prices. The city also has two major beaches: Playa Moreno and Playa Guacuco.

Pampatar- This is the home to most of the largest shopping malls on Isla Margarita, including Sambil Margarita, Rattan Depot, Centro Commercial Avenida Bolivar, and La Redoma. It also houses the Castillo de San Carlos de Borromeo, which was constructed entirely of coral and built on the waterfront of the town center to protect the bay of Pampatar.

La Asuncion- This is the oldest city on Isla Margarita and is the capital of the Federal State of Nueva Esparta. It is also the center of the commercial and manufacturing industries, which include the growing of cotton, sugarcane, coconuts, and cassava.

Juan Griego- This city has small shopping centers and beaches but is well known for the fortress La Galera. La Galera is not far from the center of the city and it is where the fierce battle of independence was fought in the 1820’s.

Helpful Travel Tips When Visiting Isla Margarita

Transportation: The public transportation systems on Isla Margarita will take you around the island, but if you are in a hurry it is better to choose another alternative, such as a taxi.

Water: The consumption of tap water is not recommended, instead drink mineral or filtered water.

Travel: Isla Margarita offers many different ways to get to the island. The easiest way is by plane from Caracas, via the Simón Bolívar International Airport in Maiquetía, using any major international airline to reach Caracas, and then taking a local airline to the island itself. Another way to get to Margarita Island is by ferry from Puerto La Cruz or Cumaná. Today the ferry company offers different types of ferries, some of them will take you in about 4 hours however the ferry express will only take you 2 hours.

Currency: US dollars are widely accepted in the commercial establishments, as well as traveler checks and credit cards. Almost any foreign currency is negotiable in banks or an exchange house, as well as in hotels.

Communication: On the island you can find newspapers, both regional and national; they have five TV channels as well as 9 broadcasting AM and FM stations. Isla Margarita has direct international calling, but if you prefer, you will be able to access an operator for assistance by calling 122. You can also find companies offering all types of communication services, fax, e-mails, satellite access, etc.
Documentation: In order to enter, it is necessary to have a valid passport, a tourist visa, or a tourist card that is given in the port of origin.

Public Telephones: You will find many public phones spread throughout airports, hotels, restaurants, and streets. These phones operate with prepaid phone cards, which can be bought in any library, drug store, newspaper stand and many other kinds of shops. Santiago Mariño International Airport also rents out cell phones for those looking to take a phone with them where they go.

Tipping: At the bottom of the restaurant and bar bills, you will notice a percentage added for service. Apart from that, and naturally depending on your satisfaction with the service, its custom to leave around an additional 5%. Tips are also very welcome at tourist excursions, bellboy services at the hotel, etc.
To learn more about Isla Margarita, please visit www.caracolabeachsparesort.com.

Enjoy One Of The Top Excursions on Isla Margarita

Excursions on Isla Margarita are definitely the best way to see the island, its surrounding areas, and overall, experience the enchanting beauty of the Caribbean when visiting Caracola Beach and Spa Resort.

Here is a list of the top 8 excursions:

Los Roques- The clear, calm waters and white sand beaches will surround you in this true paradise. The National Park of Los Roques is comprised of more than 350 islands and a number of coral banks, keys, and small desolate islands for enjoying and exploring.

La Blanquilla- Here you will be able to swim under cliffs and find backwaters of interior beaches whose pearly white sands and clear waters have made this destination a must see site. You will also find the perfect cliffs for wall diving in this area.

Coche- Spend your whole day kitesurfing on the super flat waters with a consistent offshore wind in this ideal location. Those who have visited Coche believe it is one of the most idyllic and tranquil places in the world to sail!

Cubagua- Thanks to the influence of a nearby ocean trench, the water of the bay stays in the upper 60s to low 70s year round and it is still possible to find oysters here. Ruins from the past can be found on the eastern side and provide guests with a perfect opportunity to explore the history of Cubagua.

Araya- The Araya Peninsula is famous for its salt production and in 1622, during the Spanish domination, a castle was built to protect what was then called "white gold". Visitors can experience the ruins of the Castle of Araya and enjoy its white beaches, take a stroll on the salt crusts of the Laguna Madre with its contrasting colors, and overall enjoy this incredible landscape.

Canaima- This is one of the more impressive tourist destinations around the area. The Canaima lagoon is fed by several small waterfalls, and all of which can be enjoyed from a Curiara (a long canoe) to provide you with a closer view. Something really surprising about this area is the color of the water and the sand. Due to the abundance of minerals, the water takes on red color and the sand is a beautiful light pink, because of the presence of quartz.

Delta del Orinoco- An extensive swimming region with an intricate vegetation growth of mangrove trees and tropical forest offers adventurers the opportunity to get acquainted with nature and with the indigenous communities.

La Gran Sabana- Landscapes of impressive beauty are what the tourist will find in this vast natural conservatory. The region is one of the more privileged places in the world with the famous Tepuys (flat top mountains), the oldest mountains on earth, and the world’s highest waterfalls, The Angel Falls. More than 9000 feet of height and 3000 million years of age is enough reason to visit this unforgettable place.

Visit Isla Margarita’s Plaza Bolivar

Isla Margarita, home to Caracola Beach and Spa Resort, is also the home to many other important sites located around the area, including the City of Porlamar.
In Porlamar, you will find the Plaza Bolivar named after Simon Bolivar, which is the most important public space and Ceremonial Square in Porlamar.

Plaza Bolivar is a pedestrian friendly area which offers visitors plenty of ubiquitous shops for exploring. This plaza is also the social center of the city where people meet to hang out, play a game of chess, or provide entertainment to other visitors of the area.

For more information regarding Caracola Beach and Spa Resort and other attractions in the area, please visit www.CaracolaBeachSpaResort.com.

Visit the Ruins of Caranta Fort on Isla Margarita

When visiting Caracola Beach and Spa Resort on Isla Margarita, be sure you have a chance to check out the ruins of Caranta Fort.

Caranta Fort is located on top of La Caranta hill and was built between 1586 and 1595. It was originally built to shut off access to the bay and shoreline but before it could perform this duty it was destroyed during an attack by Dutch pirates in 1626.

Today, the ruins of Caranta Fort still have a few original cannons pointing towards the ocean that visitors can experience. La Caranta hill also provides visitors with a world class view of the bay which is always filled with sailboats from around the world.

For more information on Caracola Beach and Spa and other local attractions in the area, please visit www.caracolabeachsparesort.com.

Visit The Porlamar Lighthouse on Isla Margarita

When visiting Caracola Beach and Spa Resort, on Isla Margarita, be sure to visit the Porlamar Lighthouse, which is one of the city’s most impressive historical landmarks.

The Porlamar Lighthouse, also known as El Faro de la Puntilla, is located east of Calle la Marina on the waterfront of Porlamar. This octagonal masonry tower, painted with pink and white horizontal bands has been located here since 1896.

The best time to visit is in the late afternoon because you’ll be assured of a great sunset and the spectacle of seeing hundreds of pelicans settling on the beach.

For more information about Caracola Beach and Spa Resort, please visit www.caracolabeachsparesort.com.

Visit The San Nicolas de Bari Church on Isla Margarita

When you’re visiting Caracola Beach and Spa Resort on Isla Margarita, be sure to spend some time at the San Nicolas de Bari Church in Porlamar.

The first church that was originally built on this site was looted and burned down by pirates in 1555. From there, worship was held in a home until San Nicolas de Bari Church was built 400 years later.

San Nicolas de Bari Church showcases the history of this island and is an important landmark to the locals, which makes this church a must see site when visiting.

For more information regarding Caracola Beach and Spa Resort and other local attractions, please visit www.caracolabeachsparesort.com.

Francisco Narvaez’s Contemporary Art Museum Is a Must See Site

Located in the heart of downtown Porlamar on Isla Margarita, the home to Caracola Beach and Spa Resort, you will find Francisco Narvaez’s Contemporary Art Museum. This museum was opened in 1979 to honor Francisco Narvaez’s work, who was known as one of the greatest Margaritan sculptors.

The museum contains a collection of oil paintings and wood, stone, and bronze sculptures created by Narvaez during time spent in Caracas, Paris, and Italy. You will find contemporary works by other artists here as well.

Admission to the museum is free.

For more information regarding Caracola Beach and Spa Resort and other local attractions, please visit www.caracolabeachsparesort.com.

Partake in Retail Therapy on Avenida 4 de Mayo

Caracola Beach and Spa Resort is located near one of the top tourist destination on Isla Margarita. This destination is dominated by two streets: Avenida Santiago and Avenida 4 de Mayo.

Avenida 4 de Mayo is populated with boutiques and shopping centers which carry the best lines of all sorts of merchandise including clothing, electronics, cosmetics, perfume, liquor, etc. Many of these items carry exclusive manes like Gucci, Fendi, Cartier, Nike, etc. Avenida 4 de Mayo also houses many international goods, fast food joints, and restaurants.

For more information regarding Caracola Beach and Spa Resort, please visit www.caracolabeachsparesort.com.

Spend Some Time Visiting The Diocesan Museum

When visiting Caracola Beach and Spa Resort, guests should be sure to check out The Diocesan Museum.

The Diocesan Museum is located next to the La Virgin Del Valle Church, showcasing a diversity of offerings granted by the faithful devotes of the Virgin.
Here guests can admire all the offerings from the parishioners, the dresses of the Virgin, objects that belong to the church, and paintings where numerous scenes depict the Virgin Mary and her miracles.

The museum is open from 9.00 a.m. to 12 p.m., and from 2.00 p.m. until 5.00 p.m.

For more information regarding Caracola Beach and Spa Resort, please visit www.caracolabeachsparesort.com

Visit Las Marites Lagoon Near Caracola Beach and Spa Resort

Laguna Las Marites is a lovely lagoon that is located 12 kilometers from Porlamar and is the smaller sister of the Laguna la Restinga.

Laguna Las Marites is a 900 hectare, shallow lagoon with numerous natural channels through mangroves and is permanently connected to the sea. Near the water you will find pelicans, herons, and other exotic birds in their ideal biosphere. On land you will find predominantly desert vegetation, including a variety of different cacti, birds, and lizards.

The Laguna Las Marites covers approximately 3700 hectares of spectacular scenery.
The Laguna is ideal for water-skiing, fishing, and boating, as well as, bird watching and exploring.

For more information regarding Caracola Beach and Spa Resort and its local attractions, please visit www.caracolabeachsparesort.com.

Isla Margarita’s New Market of Los Conejeros

When visiting Caracola Beach and Spa Resort, spend some time at the New Market of Los Conejeros. This market is a huge shopper’s destination featuring both food and apparel within hundreds of small stalls.

On the eastern end of the market visitors will find T-shirts, shorts, towels, swimsuits, and sandals, among many other clothing items that are cheaper here than in the stores. On the western end, visitors will find a lively center for fresh fruits, vegetables, poultry, fish, and dry goods.

New Market of Los Conejeros is located on the northwestern border of Porlamar near the corner of Avenida 4 de Mayo and Avenida Santiago Mariño.

For more information regarding Caracola Beach and Spa Resort, please visit www.caracolabeachsparesort.com

Top Five Most Exciting Beaches on Isla Margarita

Beaches are very important to tourists traveling to Isla Margarita. Overall, there are around 70 unique beaches on Isla Margarita which equal out to about 168 km of coastline. Here is a list of the top five most exciting beaches on Isla Margarita.

1. Playa Caribe - This beach is about 1200 meters long and located on the north side of the island. It offers a quiet and relaxing atmosphere with quite a few good restaurants along the coastline, as well as some nice caves for exploring near the end of the beach. Facilities on this beach include food, drinks, toilets, sunshades, and beds. If you get a chance, visit the restaurant La Playya which offers quick service and a great meal.

2. Playa El Agua– This beach is the most famous and popular beach on Isla Margarita. It’s populated with around 50 restaurants, kiosks and small beach bars, and the boulevard along the beach provides visitors with shops, restaurants, and internet cafes. This beach offers many activities including several water sports, micro plane rides, concerts, nightlife and many hotels. Despite all that is going on, this beach is still big enough to give you some space on your own. However, you should be aware that there are always waves here, sometimes big, sometimes small. So if you are traveling with small children, there are other beaches which would be more suitable.

3. Playa Parguito – This beach is 900 meters long and 20 meters broad. Like Playa El Agua, this beach also has some waves, making it one of the best beaches for surfing on Isla Margarita. Jorge Hautmann (or Pakayola), runs a surf school here, and offers both surfboard rentals and surfing lessons to travelers. Here you will find some restaurants which open early and serve breakfast, while others open from noon until early evening. If you walk down to the ends of the beach you will find great lookout areas that give a nice overview of the area.

4. Playa El Yaque – This beach is one of the most famous places for kiting and wind surfing. Therefore, the beach is full of kiters and surfers all year around. Young people from all over the world gather here to surf, kite, or swim because of the shallow, warm water that extend several hundred meters from the shore. There are many hotels and restaurants on this beach making it often quite crowded.

5. Playa Manzanillo- This beach is located near the northern tip of Isla Margarita, not far from Playa El Agua. It is a small beach but never very crowded. It is 900m long and 25m wide and its quiet waters offer an ideal swimming location. Since Manzanillo is actually a small fishing village, you might see a fleet of fishing boats in the bay, or even experience fisherman drawing their nets to shore. This area also has several restaurants that will rent beach chairs and umbrellas, as well as serve food and drinks.

Spend The Day Discovering Life Underwater Off Isla Margarita

Isla Margarita, home to Caracola Beach and Spa Resort, offers some of the best Caribbean scuba diving and snorkeling locations in the area. The two most popular snorkeling and dive locations close to Isla Margarita are Los Frailes and Isla Cubagua.

Los Frailes is a group of about five small uninhabited rock islands that are ranked as the absolute best diving place around the island. Its location provides the presence of large sea nutrients, which make it a place of great biological diversity.

The main attraction at this location is the abundant and diverse underwater life. Visibility may fluctuate between 6 to 20 meters (18 to 60 feet), depending on the season and the day’s conditions. Los Frailes also offers small platforms, canyons, and smaller caves for exploring.

Isla Cubagua is one of the sister islands of Isla Margarita and is a popular location due to the wreck of a sunken ferry divers can explore. The cars of the ferry are still intact and provide an excellent photo opportunity. This location is truly recommended if guests are looking for adventure.

What also makes this location interesting is the diversity and abundance of fish. Massive schools of grunts, grouper and trumpet fish become background for more exotic species including the bannerfish, the Vieja (a sea bass species found only in South America) and lesser electric rays hiding in the sand.

For more information regarding Caracola Beach and Spa Resort, please visit www.caracolabeachsparesort.com

Experience Luxury at Caracola Beach and Spa Resort

Geneva Hospitality is a premier Hotel/Condominium management company which manages several properties worldwide.

Caracola Beach and Spa Resort, managed by Geneva Hospitality, is a luxury condominium resort located on the beachfront of the Caribbean on Isla Margarita.
Within the resort, you will find a multitude of services and facilities. You will be sure to enjoy our delectable restaurants, tropical swim-up bars, full-service spa, and refreshing swimming pools. Caracola Beach and Spa Resort will also boast a fully-equipped gym, hairdressers, and high end retail establishments. Here you will find yourself lost in paradise while relaxing in our seaside hammocks or lying on the sandy beach while the waves of the Caribbean Sea travel over your feet.

The resort is sure to deliver all the aspects of a tropical paradise.
For more information regarding Caracola Beach and Spa Resort, please visit www.caracolabeachsparesort.com

For more information regarding Geneva Hospitality and their resorts, please visit www.genevahospitality.com

Come Enjoy a Luxurious Suite at Caracola Beach and Spa Resort

Caracola Beach & Spa Resort comprises of 1244 luxury condominiums spread over 15 floors overlooking Caracola Beach. With four different floor plan layouts to choose from, the apartments vary in size from 52.5m² (565 SF) to 117.1m² (1260 SF), nearly all with their own view of the Caribbean Sea or Caracola Beach.

Each deluxe condominium will be constructed of the highest standards and will feature a fully-fitted modern kitchen, inviting living room, tranquil balcony, and climate controlled air conditioning system. These spectacular units will be the ultimate in comfort and luxury.

For more information regarding Caracola Beach and Spa Resort, please visit www.caracolabeachandsparesort.com

If you are interested in purchasing a luxury unit at Caracola Beach and Spa Resort, please visit www.CaracolaBeachResort.com or call 1-888-750-4511.

Cool Off in One of Caracola Beach and Spa Resort’s Many Pools

Caracola Beach and Spa Resort will be offering four refreshing swimming pools to cool off in when visiting the resort.

With the weather on Isla Margarita providing guests with fairly consistent 80 degree days, these pools will be a great way to keep cool during the warm afternoons.

The pools will feature exhilarating waterslides, as well as a relaxing lazy river. The pools will also contain a swim up bar.

For more information regarding Caracola Beach and Spa Resort, please visit www.caracolabeachsparesort.com

Visit Caracola Beach and Spa Resort’s Social Media Sites

Stay up-to-date on all of Caracola Beach and Spa Resort’s information and events by visiting some of their social media sites and blogs. Sites are updated daily with all of Caracola Beach and Spa Resort’s happenings.

Twitter: http://twitter.com/caracolaresort

Xanga: http://caracolaresort.xanga.com/

Blogger: http://caracolabeachandsparesort.blogspot.com/

Multiply: http://caracolaresort.multiply.com/journal

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The Pearls of ‘Pearl Island’

Isla Margarita, home to the future Caracola Beach and Spa Resort, received its nickname ‘Pearl Island’ after a hidden bed of pearls were found here. Today, local shops on Isla Margarita sell its pearls. These pearls are usually small, primarily pink in color, and come in unusual shapes due to the rich oyster beds they are found in.

If you visit Isla Margarita in the hopes to take one or many of these pearls back home with you many stores carry authentic pearls. According to locals the best place to find beautiful pearls is at the Casa Avila, Calle Gomez 47.

For more information about Caracola Beach and Spa Resort and Isla Margarita, please visit, www.CaracolaBeachSpaResort.com

Take a Ride Through Isla Margarita

Horseback riding through Isla Margarita is a great way to see and experience the island. There are two public stables on the island; CabaCaribe and Cabatucan.
CabaCaribe is an American run stable located five minutes from Playa el Agua and serves all the major tourist hotels. This stable is the smaller of the two with tours staying primarily in the mountains. They offer horses in all different sizes to accommodate all riders, as well as many different types of tours which cater to all experience levels. For more information on CabaCaribe, please visit http://www.cabacaribe.com.

Cabatucan, a French establishment, is located on the other end of the island and offers riders with tours along the beaches and the Mountains of Macanao. Cabatucan’s location makes it less crowded because it takes about 45 minutes to get there from most resorts on the island; however, it is well worth the distance. The beaches on this side of the island are always deserted and a gallop along the water is inevitable. For pictures and information, visit their website at http://www.cabatucan.com

Depending on your preferences and the amount of time you have, these two stables are sure to meet your needs and the experience will definitely be a major highlight of your trip!

Enjoy The Crystal Blue Waters of The Caribbean Sea

While visiting Caracola Beach and Spa Resort, what better way is there to enjoy your day then spending it on the water? Caracola Beach and Spa Resort and the beaches of Isla Margarita offer guests many different ways to enjoy the crystal blue waters of the Caribbean Sea.

The area offers:

•Boogie board rentals
•Ski boat rentals
•Jet ski rentals
•Water skiing
•Wake boarding
•Boat charters
•Fishing boat rentals
•Kayaking
•Parasailing
•Canoeing
•Rafting
•Snorkeling
•Scuba diving

For more information about water activities on Isla Margarita or information regarding Caracola Beach and Spa Resort please visit www.caracolabeachsparesort.com

Caracola Beach and Spa Resort’s Location Offers The Perfect Tropical Setting

Caracola Beach and Spa Resort is located on the tropical Isla Margarita. Isla Margarita, which is also known as the “Pearl of the Caribbean,” is the most developed of the three islands that make up the State of Nueva Esparta. Isla Margarita features dramatic mountainous terrain, lush vegetation, flora and fauna, and many stunning white sandy beaches. Temperatures on the island are fairly consistent at 80 degrees, and although located in the Caribbean, it is not in the hurricane belt. All guests that visit the area are provided with a very comfortable environment due to the warm days and cool evenings.

Isla Margarita remains practically untouched, despite how close it is to the mainland and the Latin lifestyle, mixed with the European and American influences, make for a developed, democratic, and welcoming environment.

For more information about Caracola Beach and Spa Resort, please visit http://www.caracolabeachsparesort.com/

Isla Margarita is a Windsurfer’s Paradise

Caracola Beach and Spa Resort offers guests a multitude of water activities but nothing will ever be more popular in this area then windsurfing. Windsurfing, which got its start on Isla Margarita due to the areas strong, warm winds and warm water, has become a windsurfer’s paradise. Isla Margarita is now recognized as one of the top five windsurfing destinations worldwide and is known by many as the capital of windsurfing.

Playa El Yaque is the most famous windsurfer destination on Isla Margarita and attracts more and more windsurfers annually. The shallow waters here provide the perfect conditions for both the beginning windsurfer and the more advanced surfer practicing maneuvers and tricks.

Even if you are not a windsurfer, Playa El Yaque is a great destination to experience and you will definitely enjoy a great show. You may even be lucky enough to catch a professional windsurfer practicing for the Professional Windsurfing Association competitions which take place on this beach each year.

For more information please visit http://www.caracolabeachsparesort.com/

History of ‘Pearl Island’

Christopher Columbus discovered Isla Margarita in 1498 during his third voyage to America where local islanders welcomed him and his explorers with open arms.

It was not until the Spaniards discovered large amounts of pearls on the island that everything changed. This is where the name ‘Pearl Island’ originated from. Once these pearls were found, the Spaniards conquered the island and held the islanders as slaves.

Upon the discovery of these pearls, pirates began attacking the island which resulted in the Spanish building many fortresses which were used to prevent these attacks. Some of these fortresses still remain today and have become popular tourist attractions where visitors can experience the Spanish architecture left behind.

It was not until 1841 that the islanders fought back and reclaimed their territory, making Isla Margarita the first independent territory.

Today, the feelings of hospitality that this island once felt toward visitors is still alive and Isla Margarita welcomes all visitors to come experience their spectacular surroundings.

Geneva Hospitality’s newest resort, Caracola Beach and Spa Resort, is located on Isla Margarita.

For more information about the area please visit www.CaracolaBeachSpaResort.com

Top Ten Must See Sites When Visiting Caracola Beach and Spa Resort

1. Playa El Agua- This is the longest, widest, and most popular beach on Isla Margarita. This also results in it being the busiest, but most serviced beach on the island where visitors can find many sport activities, concerts, bars, and restaurants.

2. Playa El Yague- This is one of the world’s best spots for wind and kite surfing whether you are a beginner or more advanced. If you are lucky, you will even catch expert windsurfers training for international competitions.

3. Isla Cubagua- This is one of the best places to go diving around the island. Divers will even have a chance to explore the wreck of a sunken ferry which makes for an excellent photo opportunity.

4. Los Roques- This is one of the best snorkeling locations in the Caribbean. This area contains around 150 islands that offer white sand beaches accompanied by crystal clear waters. This location also offers one of the best coral reefs in the entire world. A flight to Los Roques takes about an hour from Margarita Island, but it is well worth it.

5. Lagoon La Restinga- If you are in need of a break from the beaches, Lagoon La Restinga is one of the best national parks around. This park offers a lagoon with mangrove swamps and colorful flamingos. La Restinga is about an hour boat ride away from Isla Margarita but if you go in the morning you will see many different varieties of fish, dolphins and about 100 bird species.

6. Porlamar- This is the largest city on Isla Margarita and is the island’s center of commerce. To get the best prices on goods, shop on Boulevard Guevara. If you are looking for higher-end, more elegant stores visit the avenues of Santiago Marino and 4 de Mayo. Isla Margarita is a duty-free port which means that goods are declared exempt from tax.

7. Juan Griego- If you want to catch the best sunsets on Isla Margarita visit Juan Griego, which is famed for its spectacular sunsets.

8. La Asuncion- If you are interested in the history of this area visit La Asuncion, which is the capital of the state of Nueva Esparta. Here you can view the oldest church in the area, La Catedral de Nuestra Señora de la Asunción.

9. Castillo de San Carlos Borromeo-This is a 17th-century fort that once protected the town and harbor from foreign and pirate attacks. The fort's thick stone walls and bronze cannons still watch over the beach, harbor, and Caribbean Sea. The fort is open Monday through Saturday.

10. Senor Frogs- If you are looking for a great party visit Senor Frogs on Av. Bolivar in Porlamar. They also offer terrific Mexican food and are open for lunch and dinner before turning into a popular nightclub.

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There is so Much to do on Isla Margarita

Not only does Caracola Beach and Spa Resort offer its guests an array of amenities at the resort but the area has a lot to offer as well. Caracola’s location on the Caribbean Sea provides guests with an abundant amount of outdoor activities where guests can enjoy the beautiful scenery, as well as the fairly consist 80 degree temperatures throughout the year.

Caracola Beach and Spa Resort, located on Isla Margarita, offers:

· Remarkable golfing locations
· Numerous hiking grounds from mountainous rain forests to sand flats
· High end duty-free shopping at locations such as Tommy Hilfiger, Benetton, and Tiffany’s,
· Horseback riding
· Extraordinary scuba diving and snorkeling locations with abundant and diverse underwater life
· Windsurfing (it’s the surfing capital of the world)
· Uninhabited islands for exploring
· National parks, forests, lagoons, and beaches
· Historical forts

For more information about activities at or around the resort, please visit http://www.caracolabeachsparesort.com/ Caracola Beach and Spa Resort is managed by Geneva Hospitality, LLC, a premier hotel/condominium management company.

Check Out Our New Look!

Not only is the construction site for Geneva Hospitality’s newest resort changing, but so is its website and with the groundbreaking underway for the new Caracola Beach and Spa Resort on Isla Margarita, what better time to revamp its website then now.

We are currently in the process of making sure all of the site’s upcoming features will provide guests with the information and accommodations they need starting with learning about the property and what it has to offer all the way through making a reservation. We hope to provide visitors with the utmost functionality and usability of the site. Check back often to see all the changes being made at http://caracolabeachsparesort.com

Ground Has Officially Been Broken for Caracola Beach and Spa Resort

Geneva Hospitality has officially broke ground for their newest resort, Caracola Beach and Spa Resort on Isla Margarita. The resort will feature 1244 one and two bedroom luxury suites spread over 15 floors with nearly all having breathtaking views of the Caribbean Sea.

The resort will offer its guests many amenities including four pools with waterslides, lazy river, swim up bar, four restaurants plus a night club, high end duty free shopping, and a salon and spa.

Isla Margarita is located outside of the hurricane belt, placing it in a very comfortable environment which offers warm days and cool nights. This pristine location in the Caribbean provides guests with fairly consistent 80 degree days amongst dramatic mountainous terrain, lush vegetation, flora and fauna, and many spectacular sandy beaches.
Reservations coming soon!

For more information visit www.CaracolaBeachSpaResort.com

Caracola Beach and Spa Resort is managed by Geneva Hospitality, a premier Hotel/Condominium management company providing services for owners of hotel properties.

Windsurf Caracola!

If you’re looking for some reliable, thrilling fun, you may want to test your skills at windsurfing while visiting Isla Margarita. The island is famous throughout the world as being one of the best locations for the sport. In fact, Isla Margarita hosts Professional Windsurfing Association competitions each year. With its favorable geographic location in proximity to a nearby isle creating a consistent side shore wind, and shallow, warm water, the conditions are usually primed for windsurfing year-round. Generally though, the wind season runs from November until May, with the windiest months being January to March.

On any given day, allow the warmth of the morning to heat up the atmosphere, causing the winds to pick up in intensity. By mid afternoon, usually they are blowing at their peak. The winds of Isla Margarita create ripe conditions for all skill levels.

Professionals and beginners alike flock to El Yaque Beach, also known as the windsurfing capital of the world, located on the south side of Isla Margarita. The beach is three-quarters of a mile long with side-shore winds. The waters are shallow along the beach out to about 300 yards, making it suitable for beginners. Professionals venture out further to where the waters become rather choppy, with swells up to five feet.

If windsurfing is not for everyone in your family or group, it’s fun to just sit back on the beach and watch the surfers practicing their tricks and maneuvers!

Groundbreaking coming Fall 2009

Groundbreaking for Caracola Beach and Spa Resort is tentatively set for this Fall 2009. Once date and time for the groundbreaking ceremonies have been confirmed, we will post the information immediately on this blog.

For more information about Caracola Beach and Spa Resort, please visit http://www.caracolabeachresort.com/

Caracola Beach and Spa Resort

Caracola Beach & Spa Resort is located on Margarita Island (Isla Margarita). This tropical paradise comprises of 1244 luxury condominiums and duplexes spread over 15 floors overlooking Caracola Beach. With four different floor plan layouts to choose from, the units vary in size up to 1260 sq ft, nearly all with their own view of the magnificent Caribbean Sea.

Each deluxe condominium will be constructed of the highest standards and will feature a fully-fitted modern kitchen, inviting living room, tranquil balcony, and climate controlled air conditioning system. High quality products will be installed throughout units. These spectacular units will be the ultimate in comfort and luxury.

This leisure resort offers three themed restaurants, nightclub, convention hall with capacity for 2000, mini-market, duty-free high-end retail shopping, salon, state-of-the-art sport and fitness center, luxury spa, beachside activities center, and four infinity pools, complete with water slides, lazy river, and tropical swim up bar. Just five minutes from Porlamar, you can experience the rich culture and history of Isla Margarita while relaxing on the tranquil, white beaches at Caracola Beach and Spa Resort.

The resort is scheduled to open in 2010. Luxury units at the resort are currently for sale through Geneva Caribel. Visit http://www.CaracolaBeachResort.com or Call 888.7GENEVA.