Thursday, October 29, 2009

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!

Wednesday, October 28, 2009

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

Monday, October 26, 2009

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/

Friday, October 23, 2009

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

Monday, October 19, 2009

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.

For more information please visit www.CaracolaBeachSpaResort.com

Friday, October 16, 2009

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.

Wednesday, October 14, 2009

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.