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
Friday, October 23, 2009
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
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
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.
Monday, September 7, 2009
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!
Friday, August 7, 2009
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/
For more information about Caracola Beach and Spa Resort, please visit http://www.caracolabeachresort.com/
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