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As Dramatic as Big Sur, As Relaxed as Baja,
and the Best Real Estate Potential
in all of Central America

Right Now on this Pacific Coast,
You Can Enjoy Your Own Acre
of Oceanfront for as Little as $30,000…

Join us to Discover Nicaragua On a Real Estate Investment & Adventure Tour

November 24-December 1, 2007

Back in 1996, we took our first group of adventurous
investors to Nicaragua in search of great real estate bargains.
Ten years later, we're still finding amazing property values
in beachfront, cliffside views, cool mountain retreats, and more…

We've partnered with Frontier Properties on the ground, so you
can be sure you'll meet knowledgeable insiders, see an
extraordinarily wide range of properties, and be taken
care of before, during, and after the tour.


Dear Property Hunter,

If you dream of a private retreat that sits perched on a rocky cliff overlooking a roiling ocean… a place where you can stand on your deck with a cocktail in hand and watch the sun set pink and orange beyond a watery horizon…

…then you should know that two hours from Houston, Atlanta, or Miami -- along an unspoiled coast -- that dream can be yours… for less than you'd pay for a run-of-the-mill rancher in Tulsa, Oklahoma.

And you should know, too, that your piece of Pacific Coast paradise would be poised to skyrocket in value… because right now in Nicaragua, you'd be getting a foothold at the cusp of a boom…

The New York Times recently described the atmosphere of excitement in Nicaragua, saying, “…most pervasive is the sensation that the place is changing at a head-spinning pace.”

Earlier this year, the Miami Herald wrote about, "…the stream of American and European citizens who are moving here and turning Nicaragua into the latest retirement and investment hot spot in Central America.”

And, says Money magazine, "Nicaragua shares Costa Rica's natural beauty, from volcanoes to cloud forests, but it's less crowded than its trendy neighbor."

It’s hard to imagine the scale of the opportunity -- and the fervor surrounding real estate here -- without actually seeing it for yourself. That's why I hope you'll join me there this year.

The property market in the U.S. may be cooling. But it's just heating up in Nicaragua… and now's the time to stake your claim.

In fact, some of Nicaragua's most gorgeous real estate is just coming onto the market now -- property that boasts dramatic ocean views and calls to mind California's rugged (and prohibitively expensive) coast.

With the drama of Big Sur and the laid-back atmosphere of Baja, Mexico, you can own a piece of Nicaragua's Pacific Coast for about 1/10th -- what you'd pay for something similar in the U.S.

Own a Piece of Dramatic Pacific Coast
for as Little as $30,000

Right now, for as little as $30,000, you can own your own private perch on a coastline dotted with coves and dramatic cliffs and bluffs -- a rugged, untamed, and incredibly compelling landscape… positioning yourself nicely as property values continue their upward trend.

If history is any gauge, that trend can prove very profitable for folks who grab an early foothold. It was in Costa Rica. And in Mexico. And in Belize. And now the same scenario is playing out in Nicaragua, too…

"Thanks so much for arranging one of the best -- no THE best -- tour I have ever been on. Your patience is remarkable."-- Bayne B., Canada (Got a fabulous deal on a pre-construction home and beachfront property.)

Retirees looking for more affordable places to live migrate south. Others like them follow. And in the communities where they all settle, property values soar as demand for land increases.

These days, with a Baby Boomer turning 50 every 7.5 seconds, the pool of folks looking to stretch their retirement dollars outside the U.S. is poised to grow like never before.

The timing is right for Nicaragua. And it's right for you, too. That's because on our upcoming tour we'll take you to see properties like --

  • Cliff top, beach front lots starting at $30,000.
  • Ocean view tropical forest farms of 50-acres for $50,000.
  • An hour from Managua -- located on an expansive beach next to a turtle reserve -- residential and commercial lots from $40,000 to $97,000. (These are due to increase in price over the next month).
  • In an already established development close to ritzy Rancho Santana, you could invest in your own spa villa overlooking one of the Pacific Coast’s most pristine beaches at pre-construction prices starting at $179,000 for a one-bedroom villa. These villas offer fabulous rental potential, and tax- free income under Nicaragua’s Law 306.
  • A cool mountain atmosphere where half-acre lots just ten minutes from the capital of Managua list for under $60,000 including access to resort facilities.
A Broad Cross-Section of Properties… and
Some Not Even on the Market Yet

As you'd expect, the array of properties and their prices are always changing in such a dynamic market, but these are the sorts of opportunities our partner, Frontier Properties, is identifying every day.

Our Guarantee: You'll See Beautiful Properties,
Excellent Values, Fresh Opportunities…
and Be Well Taken Care of, Too

We're working hand-in-hand with on-the-ground real-estate consultants Gail Geerling and Jocelyn Carnegie of Frontier Properties. Gail, who has lived in Central America for nine years, was formerly International Living’s Nicaragua Office Director and a previous manager of the Rancho Santana development on Nicaragua's Pacific Coast (one of the projects we'll see on our upcoming trip).

Jocelyn, also resident in Nicaragua, was with International Living in Europe for three years, and has been involved in international real estate and emerging markets for two full decades now.

They know this market inside and out, and so with them as your guides, you're guaranteed to see the best properties on offer, get all your questions answered, learn the ins and outs of the buying process… and more.

And not only will they take care of you during this tour, but they'll be available to you after to answer your questions, hold your hand through your purchase should you decide to invest, and they'll be happy to welcome you back, too, if you decide to visit again.

What's more, say you're interested in a little something you don't see on this tour… they'll keep their eyes out for you. And if they spot it, they'll get in touch.

Point is: Gail and Jocelyn will be working on your behalf before you get here, while you're on the trip, and even after as well…

We’ve prepared a really exciting itinerary for you, one that delivers the broadest cross-section of real estate available -- from beachfront to cliffside to cool, hilly retreats. In fact, you'll even see some that's not yet on the market -- talk about an opportunity to get in on the ground floor.

And that can really make a difference. In fact, Gail (of Frontier Properties) says she now has all of her main real estate investments in Nicaragua -- and they've appreciated in value by 30% a year for the past five years. That's a trend that shows absolutely no signs of slowing. And property values have a long way to go still to catch up to those in neighboring Costa Rica.

So even if you missed out five years ago… it's STILL a smart time to stake your claim.

Save Time, Money, and Frustration… and Come Away with a
Firm Grasp of the Best Opportunities… and
the Smartest Ways to Take Advantage of Them

Join us on our upcoming adventure and you'll learn --

  • The secrets we know about buying real estate in Nicaragua -- insider tricks-of-the-trade that will ensure you're getting a good deal… a safe deal… and saving yourself time, frustration, and money, too.
  • Ways you can save in taxes and protect your investment here, positioning yourself for the greatest possible profits in the years to come.
  • How to navigate the purchasing system so you avoid the pitfalls and find the process smooth, easy, and efficient.
  • The destinations that make the most sense for your investment… and why some places are smarter than others.
  • How to define the investments best suited to your own personal objectives… and how to compare them to one another so you can be sure you're making smart, informed decisions.
Plus Get the Straight Story about Living Here from Local Expats

But that's not all…

While we'll be focused, primarily, on the amazing real estate opportunities in offer in Nicaragua today… you can be sure you'll get the full-run down on a lot more than that…

You'll hear from local expatriates who have come before you… about what life here is really like, day-to-day… what they wish they'd known before they moved… what they most enjoy (or don't enjoy)… and lots, lots, more, like --

  • In-the-know guidance about how to set up a business in Nicaragua… you'll hear from folks who've done it already. And they'll share their hard-won "if I had to do it again" advice.
  • The best way to go about building here -- pitfalls to avoid and steps to be sure you take…
  • What to expect when it comes to day-to-day living… like what there is to do for entertainment, what it's like to live here and speak only limited Spanish, how and where to find groceries, hardware supplies, and more…
  • Just how affordable it is to live in Nicaragua. You can hire a maid here for just $120 a month. It means you can live well -- probably much better that you ever could Stateside -- for a fraction of what you'd expect to pay.
  • The best places to eat… fish… surf… hike… shop… and more…
Six Reasons Nicaragua Makes Sense Right Now

You know, in my enthusiasm, I think I've gotten a bit ahead of myself here. Let me back up for a moment and fill you in a bit more about why -- beyond the affordable real estate -- Nicaragua is so compelling today.

Because, as I'm sure you'll agree, cheap property alone does not an attractive destination make. So let's consider these fundamentals…

1. Extraordinary Natural Beauty and Diversity

You'll be positively wowed by the beauty of this nation.

From its clear water lakes to its coffee-covered hills… from its secret beaches to its bustling capital city and colonial towns…

You'll find yourself falling in love with the untouched feel of this place, the authenticity of its communities, and the jaw-dropping natural bounty Nicaragua offers.

This small country -- it's not quite as big as New York -- gives you lakes; cool, coffee-clad mountains; old-growth forests with immense trees; lush, green rainforests; a dramatic, rocky coastline and cliffs enveloped in tropical forest; secret beaches, caves, and coves…

There are volcanoes, crater lakes, and lagoons for exploring. Primeval cloud forests harbor jaguars, howler monkeys, and striking birds like toucans, scarlet macaws, and legendary quetzals.

You'll find here mangrove forests… turtle beaches… exotic marine life, like freshwater sharks… primeval jungles where endangered animals live and newly discovered plants thrive…

And that's just the beginning…

"We're really hooked on Nicaragua, and your great intro to the country helped give us the confidence to go for it!" -- Ron and Carolyn (Bought a pre-construction vacation home in February '05 and have since moved into their beautiful 2,000-sq.-ft. home overlooking the cliffs and ocean.)

Nicaragua offers everything an eco- or adventure-tourist could possibly crave -- from world-class fishing and renowned surfing, to rainforest canopy tours and volcano skiing.

The sun shines here 320 days a year. And this nation is just a quick two-hour direct flight from Miami, Houston, or Atlanta.

Yet word is just now getting out…

2. Access to First World Comforts…
at a Fraction the Price You're Used to Paying

Let me be frank: Nicaragua is a developing nation. And, as such, it lacks at times a certain polish, if you will. Not all the roads are paved -- and some are downright abysmal.

A vast percentage of the population is poor, and that means they don't enjoy the creature comforts you're probably used to.

Your cell phone isn't always going to work. There are truly remote spots here, and communication can be a problem sometimes.

But things are changing in Nicaragua… and fast. And that's good for the local population as well as overseas investors and the expatriates who settle here…

The staggering increase in tourism and business investment that Nicaragua has experienced in recent years has meant great positive change in Managua, the capital, for instance.

Today you'll find there high-end luxury hotels, first-rate shopping malls with cine-plexes (just like you have at home), restaurants featuring not only the local flare but catering to international tastes as well.

And these days many roads are wider, longer, and paved. The modern and newly enlarged international airport accommodates daily flights from Miami, Houston, Atlanta, and elsewhere in the world. You can rent a car from Hertz or Avis or another provider.

And you'll find here a Costco and plenty of Home Depot-type stores...

Point is: You have access in Nicaragua to all the same conveniences and luxuries you're used to at home… only they cost a small fraction of what you're accustomed to paying.

3. Nicaragua is Politically Stable… and Safe

Nicaragua has enjoyed political stability for nearly 20 years now… it's come a long way since the days of the Iran-Contra Affair.

The country will have just had its fourth set of democratic elections when you arrive. The last government, led for the past five years by businessman Enrique Bolaños, was committed to the principles of free-market economics and increasing foreign investment.

Point is: You’ve chosen the very best time to come here…just after an election. There’s set to be a real estate feeding frenzy directly afterwards. We’ve been watching, and surprisingly, there’s been little slow-down in the market in the run-up to the election.

In fact, last year nearly three-quarters of a million tourists visited these shores. And with the increase in media attention that Nicaragua is enjoying, those numbers are likely to rise.

Based on steadfast progress like that, in 2004 the IMF and the World Bank forgave Nicaragua’s $4.5 billion in debt.

Not only that, but with the country's commitment to "inward investment," new money has been made available for continued infrastructure improvements.

As history has shown in Mexico and in Costa Rica… when you create the infrastructure… and market the nation… you can create a Mecca for foreign retirees…

"I learned so much about so much… I am still digesting it all! I learned a bit more about people, about me, about social issues; the world, history and of course, Nicaragua." -- Lynn M., Oregon (Her husband had already been, and she came with him on this second trip.)

There's something else about Nicaragua that may surprise you. Contrary to most people's perceptions of this country… it's safe.

In fact, a recent study by the Inter-American Institute on Human Rights shows that Nicaragua is the safest country in Central America… and one of the safest countries in the world.

A survey of police forces in the Americas in the same study cites that the crime rate in Nicaragua is lower than that in Germany, France, or the U.S.

4. The People are Warm and Welcoming

Nicaragua is the poorest country in Central America. Yet people here are rich in kindness and generous in spirit. They’re eager to help… offering a smile and an "a la orden"-- at your service -- to visitors. Nicaraguans are generally a happy people.

In my view, it may be the opportunities that bring you here… but it will be the people that have you falling in love with this country.

Their warmth is infectious… and I think you'll understand what I mean once you're here and have had a chance to spend some time with the many locals and resident expatriates we'll introduce you to.

5. Your Timing is Perfect…
to Reap the Rewards in the "Next Costa Rica"

I've said this already, but I'll say it again: Your timing is right on for an investment in Nicaragua.

Twenty years ago, Costa Rica was a little-known Central American country with a highly dubious reputation as a banana republic with little to recommend it beyond its natural wonders.

Fifteen years ago, a few hardy Americans began taking an interest in real estate there. Land was cheap, and word began to get out about the untamed wilderness, the beauty… and the affordability, too.

Ten years ago, homes and resorts began to spring up in greater numbers -- and the trend continues unfettered. Costa Rica hired a US marketing firm to promote itself, and tourism numbers there have soared.

Today, a whopping 70,000 Americans call Costa Rica home. And it isn't so cheap anymore.

In fact, as the New York Times reported February 2006, "in the last few years, Guanacaste [on the northern, Pacific-coast of Costa Rica – only about an hour’s drive south of Nicaragua’s ‘Pacific Riviera’] has been transformed by a collection of hotels and real estate developments aimed at America's affluent baby boomers.

"All up and down the coast, bulldozers are at work. Three major developments, including a project anchored by a Four Seasons hotel, are already selling luxury condominiums for $500,000 and up, and hundreds of smaller, more speculative endeavors are also breaking ground."

On Costa Rica's coastline sits a necklace of million-dollar homes. And some of them are a mere 45 minutes from Nicaragua…

…along the very same coast… with the same dramatic and wild beauty… but in Nicaragua the prices are a tiny fraction of what you'd pay less than an hour south.

Nicaragua's Pacific coast is the hottest property market in Central America today. (Expats in Costa Rica know it, too. They're headed across the border in droves. Having experienced Costa Rica's prices, they know a good deal when they see one.)

The market in Nicaragua is appreciating rapidly… and maturing fast. But you can still get in and benefit big from that trend! If, that is, you know where to look…

And that's exactly what we'll show you on our upcoming expedition.

Full Disclosure: I've Put My Money Where My Mouth Is…
I'm a (Very Pleased) Property Owner in Nicaragua Already

I was so excited about the deals Jocelyn and Gail ferreted out for us on our trip this past June, that I bought two lots myself!

In fact, this is the second time I've bought property in Nicaragua and I can personally tell you that my experience there has been positive… and financially rewarding, too.

The first property I bought in the Rancho Santana development two years ago. I sold it this past March for more than double what I paid.

And the two lots I bought in June have already increased in value by $10,000 each.

I want to say: I bought all three of these properties in large part because of the respect I have for Gail Geerling's experience in Nicaragua and for her broad and informed perspective about the market. She considered my deals to be sound opportunities, and I trusted her judgment. It has paid off.

Lucky for you, Gail will be our guide on our upcoming trip, and I'm positively thrilled to have her working on your behalf. I feel certain you'll benefit enormously, as I have.

You know, this will be our twentieth trip to Nicaragua in a decade -- and I've never been so excited about an expedition before.

That's because I know for certain that we'll be seeing some really incredible deals -- property that's not just jaw-dropping beautiful… but an unbelievable value, too.

In fact, on our recent trip, we explored several properties priced like it was still 1996 here. I mean, we're talking amazing values -- like beachfront for just $30,000.

Suffice it to say, our tour-goers snapped up those opportunities in a flash. But I know Jocelyn and Gail have more of the same planned for our upcoming adventure.

I hope you can make the time in your busy schedule to join us. An opportunity like this seldom comes around more than once in a lifetime… and right now is your chance to get in early… and reap the rewards.

-- Michelle Sedita, Agora Travel

6. The Number of Potential "Buyers" in Nicaragua is About to Explode

There's another important data point to consider when you weigh a potential investment in Nicaragua: The pool of potential buyers for property there is about to explode. Here's why…

We already know that retirees seek warmer locales -- no need to look further than Florida or Arizona to prove that.

And we know, too, that they also seek out more affordable places to live. Just take a gander at Costa Rica.

Only Costa Rica isn't so affordable anymore. And so where are those warm-weather-affordable-living seekers going to go next? You got it: Nicaragua.

And the thing is: A Baby Boomer turns 50 every 7.5 seconds. That pool of folks looking to stretch their retirement dollars outside the U.S. is poised to expand like never before.

The people there waiting for them are going to reap the rewards. I'd like to help you be one of them.

Join Us on this Trip, and You'll See Raw Land… Gated Communities… Affordable Beachfront…Finished Homes…
Cliffside Views… Colonial Splendor…opportunities you
would never see on other tours …

On our upcoming trip, we'll maximize your time on the ground in Nicaragua. There is no more efficient -- or effective -- way to explore your options here.

You will see an incredible range of properties… and learn volumes more than you ever could reading second-hand accounts on-line or even coming here on your own -- even if you planted yourself here for a month.

That's because not only do we bring our best contacts directly to you, but we've planned an incredibly efficient (and ambitious) schedule for you. You'll see --

  • Tourism-incentive investment properties, which are properties that qualify, under Nicaragua's Law 306, to provide tax-free income for you as well as other tax benefits.
  • Ground-floor opportunity lots, properties few -- if any others -- have yet seen, where the potential for appreciation is particularly good.
  • Raw land and pre-infrastructure land… properties that you could either build on or simply sit on for longer-term gains.
  • Pre-construction lots, condominiums, and homes… opportunities to benefit from a quick jump in prices once building is underway and complete.
  • Home-lot packages… in some places, you can buy the view of your dreams… and have your home built for you… it's easy, and it's affordable.
  • Gated communities where you can enjoy the camaraderie of fellow residents as well as facilities like a clubhouse, tennis course, community pools, and more…
  • Finished homes in mature developments, where you're not waiting for the conveniences of home… they're already in, and you can enjoy a comfortable lifestyle day-to-day…
  • City suburbs as well as historic, Colonial splendor… we'll take you, too, to see more urban settings where you can live well close to a wealth of movie theaters, shops, cafes, and more…
  • UNESCO sites -- beautiful places where you can be sure you're seeing something unique and special in the world.
  • Forests, cliffs, lakes and mountains… you'll leave here with a real sense for the diversity of this lovely nation and a genuine appreciation for its incredibly rich offerings.
An Active Rental Market Already Exists

There's something else that makes Nicaragua a good bet now, too… it's already got a strong rental market in place, which is somewhat surprising for the "stage of development" it's in. Why this anomaly? Specialty travel.

Let me explain: A friend once told me, “I came to Nicaragua for the surfing… I heard about the world-class surf along the Pacific Coast when I lived in Hawaii."

I'm not a surfer… and I didn't hear about the surfing until I was on Nicaragua's Pacific coast a few years back, staring at a guy on a board on a wave. But if you're in that "surfing world"… you're likely to know all about Nicaragua. In fact, Nicaragua’s Popoyo Wave has just been classified as one of the top 5 in the globe!

And now that facilities exist -- that is, places for surfers to stay the night and eat -- they're coming in great numbers, boards in tow.

Turns out, surfing -- and fishing, too -- have given the rental market here in Nicaragua a real kick start. Some tourist facilities on the Pacific Riviera (that's what the marketing folks have dubbed Nicaragua's Pacific coast) are reporting 70% and higher occupancy rates -- unusually high for an emerging market.

Your Property Investment Here is Well-Insured

Household-name title insurance companies have been providing insurance to foreign real estate investors across all of Central America for several years.

(On our upcoming trip, we'll tell you who they are, how much you can expect to pay… and recommend our favorite provider, too.)

But now the U.S. has solidified that service in Nicaragua. It’s a measure of this country's stability that OPIC has recently announced a program whereby it will insure U.S. citizens investing in Nicaragua against political risk-- in this, an election year!

Traveling with Us, You Gain Useful Advice and Invaluable Guidance
from
Well-Informed, Trustworthy Professionals

I'd be telling a lie if I told you everybody here in the real estate business in Nicaragua is above-board and gets the job done right. I'm sorry to say: It's just not the case.

And that's why it's so important to have an advocate on the ground… somebody who can guide you through the opportunities here -- helping you to keep walking past the ones that are doomed… and steer you, instead, directly to the places that make good, solid sense.

If you just come down on your own, it's hard -- maybe even impossible -- to distinguish the good deals from the bad. (I mean, just because something looks good on paper… and the guy seems so sweet… that's no guarantee the clubhouse is really going to go in… or the sewage system has been done right.)

But we've been bringing people like you to Nicaragua for ten years now. And our partners, Gail and Jocelyn, live in Nicaragua full time. There's nobody better qualified to act as your guide.

We know many -- most, really -- of the developers here. And we have been watching their progress carefully over the past decade. There are numerous developments along the Pacific coast -- but only a few are delivering on their promises.

"Durwin and I had a very fine time. Since he enjoyed the experience so well he can now feel bad that he didn’t listen to me a few years ago when I said, 'let’s take one of these tours!' He is now saying he would like to go back to Nicaragua!" -- Maureen

We'll introduce you to them, the developments that will offer you outstanding amenities and spectacular locations -- top-notch communities that are the most likely to maintain (and increase) their value.

Because things don't work here the way they do up north -- there are cultural and legal differences and vagaries to contend with -- it's important to get your information from people who really are in-the-know.

On this trip, that's a priority for us. So we'll introduce you to many of the best and most experienced professionals and advisors in the land. You'll meet --

  • Professional Realtors who specialize in the more mature market areas and can fill you in on the history and the current situation in various regions.
  • Business professionals who have grown successful enterprises here and will share with you the secrets to their success and the things they wish they'd known ahead of time.
  • Legal and tax advisers who will answer your questions and lay out in simple, accessible terms what advantages various government-sponsored programs offer and what steps you need to take to ensure you've correctly dotted your i's and crossed your t's.
  • The leading developers in the country will answer your questions and talk to you about what they have to offer and what distinguishes their properties from others.
  • Banking professionals will give you the rundown about the financial side of investing and doing business here.
  • Expats running businesses will share with you their stories -- and hard-won lessons -- so you benefit from their experiences.
What You'll See and Learn in One Day
Alone Would Be Worth the Cost of the Trip

Let me assure you -- we'll enjoy our share of historic, cultural, and gastronomic delights as we make our way to Nicaragua’s most interesting real estate offerings. But this isn't meant to be a leisurely, sight-seeing tour.

We're packing in an incredible number of destinations and heaps of information. By my standards, it's a successful tour when somebody comes up to me after day one and says, "What we saw and learned today alone is worth the cost of the trip."

And I'm willing to bet, that's exactly what will happen. Because we'll be discovering this country in a way no ordinary tourist does. You'll have a chance to soak in the culture and the interesting characters we’ll encounter along the way, as we introduce you to the local scene.

We’ll eat with locals… or ride out on horseback with them to view their latest projects. You’ll talk with expats who have become integral parts of their chosen communities… set up schools… opened businesses… launched charity programs.

We'll Show You Opportunities You'd
Otherwise Have No Access To

Real estate in an emerging market like Nicaragua is an ever-changing, morphing animal…

In just a few months, we may be looking at a very different market than we are today. A development sells out here… pre-construction pricing is no longer available there…

It's important to remain flexible -- always ready to identify the best offerings at any given moment.

And that's why our current itinerary is not set in stone. As our departure date approaches, we'll identify the best values and most compelling deals -- at that time. And that's what we'll take you to see for yourself.

A fundamental benefit of this program is that we can show you opportunities you'd otherwise have no access to.

Plus, of course, we'll have some fun doing it.

Lots of "Business"… but Plenty of Fun, Too

While you're in Nicaragua with us, you'll --

  • Learn how the oldest city in the Americas developed… and put what is today a very hot real estate market in the Colonial town of Granada into context.
  • See and experience traditional Nicaraguan life as an invited guest… not a tourist.
  • Visit a compound built for Fidel Castro and his entourage to house them when they traveled to Nicaragua.
  • Travel cross country on a real estate safari that will get you in on the ground floor of a brand-new development.
  • Dine alfresco on the beach -- sundowner in hand -- in quiet contemplation of another spectacular Pacific Riviera sunset.
  • Experience pristine forest, land, and coastline… as the pioneers in California must have seen it.
Our Adventure in the Cool Managua Sierras

Prepare yourself for the sights and sounds of primary tropical forest... stroll through a working coffee plantation... gain some mental and physical equilibrium with a dawn swim in the ocean-sized pool… or stretch yourself and relax your mind with a yoga session in the cool morning air…

We'll do all of that at El Laurel, our base in the hills high above Managua -- (www.puebloviejonicaragua.com).

You'll feel a world away. But, in fact, here you're only 10 minutes from the city's new Galeria shopping mall, restaurants, and more.

It's Overland on A Property Safari

We're calling it "Safari Day." Grab your hiking boots, a good hat, and some bug spray. You'll be out in four-wheel drive vehicles (ATV’s) or on horseback to go along the beach to see (at least one) ground-floor opportunity before many others have a chance.

For the folks who travel here as tourists, Nicaragua remains a largely "hidden" country. But not for you… you'll be treated as an invited guest.

You'll be seeing real estate the way those intrepid original developers saw it... and that means you'll have a chance to get in early, and at an incredible price.

Enjoy A Home-Cooked Meal at
Fidel Castro's Beachside Compound

We’ll be treated to an incredible home-cooked meal (and we may stay there, too) in a compound on the beach built to house Fidel Castro and his entourage when they traveled to Nicaragua. We'll meet the charismatic head of the family who owns this compound today, and hear his unique perspective on Nicaraguan history and politics.

"Yep....I had to take a couple gulps from my margarita when I realized all that I had invested in Nicaragua...but I am that country's best spokesperson back here in Virginia..."

-- Tom, Richmond, VA

This will give you an opportunity to experience life on the beach as the locals (the rich locals, that is) live it. We'll take some time to relax, and you will have an opportunity to enjoy one of the most unique swimming areas on the coast.

At high tide, there is a place called “The Curtain,” where the waves crash against huge boulders above, and as you sit under waterfalls, the water massages your back and neck.

Or, if you wish, we can arrange for you to fish here… right off the rocks.

Visit Colonial Granada and Southern Beaches
for Turnkey Opportunities

Though it's an emerging market, Nicaragua has a lot to offer by way of "turnkey" opportunities -- like the instant comfort of gated communities, sidewalks, and 24-hour security… or the ease of buying a home-lot package or condo unit just off the beach for rental returns...

We'll take you to Colonial Granada and to Nicaragua's surf city, San Juan del Sur to see several excellent offerings like that. In both locales, we'll hear from real estate experts -- local agents with years of experience in these particular markets.

In Granada, we'll enjoy a property tour by horse and buggy, sample local and eclectic restaurants, and also hear from author Giselle Poveda-Monterrey de Gonzalez, a local (and renowned) historian, who will tell us all about the rich history of this lovely Colonial City. We'll overnight in Granada, staying at a hotel in the heart of the town, overlooking the central park.

When we visit the southern beaches along the most-developed stretch of Nicaragua's Pacific coast, we will stay in one of two places… we'll either make our home base the surfing-fishing village of San Juan del Sur at the luxurious Pelican Eyes Hotel, featuring sunset dinners at La Cascada Restaurant in the heights above San Juan del Sur (www.piedrasyolas.com/pelicaneyes).

Or, instead, we may overnight at the first development created along this stretch of coast -- the well-established Rancho Santana (www.ranchosantana.com).

Either way, we'll be sure to explore the best southern Pacific beach property opportunities available when we're on the ground.

Learn About (and See Firsthand) Tax-Free Investments

Nicaragua’s government offers great incentives for foreign investors -- especially in the area of tourism. Law 306, for instance, is helping to fuel the current influx of US real estate buyers.

That's because a property that meets the requirements of this law can benefit from tax-free operation as a rental unit -- for as long as 10 years.

As an owner in one development we'll see, created under this program, you can use your unit for up to three months per year, and the balance of the year your property is rented and managed for you.

No hassle, no headaches, no bother... a home in the sun without the cost or the work. What’s more, you pay no property tax or income tax on your rental income!

Coffee Farms… Hardwood Forestry… and Adventure!
(Plus One of the Best Buy-and-Hold Deals We've Ever Seen)

Smooth, dark Nicaraguan coffee is a highlight of almost every tourist’s visit to this country. But we’ll go one better: We’ll head to less-well-known areas of Nicaragua to see coffee farms for sale and land perfect for growing some of the world’s richest beans.

Then it’s on to the far northwestern coast of Nicaragua -- a stone’s throw across the Gulf from El Salvador and Honduras. Here we’ll introduce you to one of the best buy-and-hold deals we’ve ever seen… in a full decade worth of regular trips here.

We’ll show you a program in this area that allows you to invest in reforestation of hardwoods such as teak, cedar, and mahogany -- while at the same time enjoying breathtaking Pacific sunsets from your oceanfront home near one of Nicaragua’s most stunning natural wonders.

Our first time stay in this area will be at the brand new 600 acre luxury resort, Marina Puesta del Sol, http://www.marinapuestadelsol.com/index.html. Nestled in a beautiful azure lagoon on the pristine north Pacific coast of Nicaragua, this picturesque resort offers the luxury and amenities befitting a world class hotel while retaining the “off the beaten path” exclusivity of a remote paradise.

We'll Wrap Up in Comfort in the Capital

We'll end our expedition back in the capital -- and have hot showers, comfortable beds, and all the luxuries you are used to -- at the Intercontinental Metro-Centro Hotel (http://www.icmanagua.gruporeal.com/).

Opposite the beautiful new fountain of the Ruben Dario Plaza, this stunning hotel is ideally placed deep in the heart of the business and entertainment community in downtown Managua. Innovative design combined with deep, rich colors creates an ambience that is both elegant and indulgent.

Throughout the Trip, Expect
Pleasant Surprises and Personal Treatment

Every night on this expedition will bring its own pleasant surprises -- a seafood barbeque under the stars… an amazing traditional dinner prepared just for us by a well-known local chef… a chance to see turtles on a special beach where they come year after year to lay their eggs… and more.

My point is: You're guaranteed on this tour not only an itinerary designed to introduce you to the best investment opportunities available and the most important contacts on the ground… but a truly enjoyable vacation as well.

We've done all the legwork for you -- so you can simply relax and concentrate on the opportunities available to you (instead of on how you're getting from place to place or where you'll lay your head).

An Excellent Value

You know, you could easily pay $3,000 to travel here for a week as a regular-old tourist. But because we are so well-connected on the ground, we've been able to arrange for excellent deals along the way… and so we pass that savings along to you.

But, in fact, even if this program cost $5,000, I feel certain you'd find the value you gain in access and insights would more than justify the price.

As it happens, we're asking a reasonable $2,197 per-person for this program, based on double-occupancy. (The single supplement is $300.) And that covers all your meals, your in-country transport, all your overnight stays, of course the extensive access to experts and introductions to the best opportunities, and much, much more...

Plus, I'm willing to bet that within 24 hours of your arrival, you'll be saying to yourself, "This trip has already paid for itself in intelligence gathered."

Note: You May Want to Bring Some Bandages...

Now, fair warning: This is Nicaragua in the raw -- you will see real estate as the pioneers see it. And because of that… because we're getting you access to opportunities you just won't stumble upon on your own… we're going to rough it a bit at times.

It can get a little uncomfortable -- we will be on bumpy, dirt roads in 4x4 jeeps, on four-wheeled motorbikes (optional), on boats, and possibly on horseback (optional), too.

None of the participants on our tour this past June will ever forget riding through the muddy jungle with howler monkeys barking and roaring overhead. But we emerged relatively unscathed, with just a few scratches -- and everybody with a triumphant, ear-to-ear smile! (Of course, we saw amazing real estate at the end of the trail…)

There's no better way to save yourself money, time, and frustration in Nicaragua than to get the insider story from people willing to share their hard-earned lessons with you. I hope you'll join us in Nicaragua this year and position yourself nicely to benefit from this country's coming boom.

Warm regards,

Michelle Sedita,
Director, Agora Travel Life Adventures

P.S. Our programs always fill up fast, so please call us today to reserve your place at (800) 926-6575 or (561) 243-6276.

P.P.S. You can save with our special early bird and member discounts below!

 
 
Pricing and What's Included.
Real Estate Investment & Adventure Tour Nicaragua
November 24-December 1, 2007
Price Per Person, Based On Double Occupancy: $2,297
Single Supplement: $300

EARLY BIRD
Register by September 15, 2007 and Take $200 off
Oxford Chairman Circle, Alliance Members
& Agora Financial Reserve Members $150 off
Lifetime Members or Past Tour Attendees Take $100 Off
Oxford Chairman Circle, Alliance Members & Agora Financial Reserve Members Take $150 Off
Lifetime Members & Past Tour Attendees Take $100 Off

This Trip Includes:
  • transfers to and from the airport in Managua
  • eight nights' accommodation
  • all in-country ground and boat transportation
  • extensive real estate information and tours in each destination
  • all meals
  • guidance and attention throughout the week from our local guides and coordinators
  • all taxes

The Tour does NOT Include: International flights (but Agora Travel can book flights for you), departure taxes, laundry service, voluntary tips to guides and drivers, excess-luggage charges and alcoholic beverages not included with meals.

Please Note: We can take a maximum of 16 travelers and require a minimum of 6.

Registration and Payment Details:
In order to hold a reservation for the tour, full payment is due when you register. We accept Visa, MasterCard, American Express, Discover, money orders, and wire transfers. If you pay by credit card, it will appear on your statement as being paid to PSV*Travel. Make money orders payable to Agora Travel, 235 NE 4th Ave., Suite 102, Delray Beach, FL 33483.

Protect Your Investment:
We strongly suggest you protect your investment by purchasing trip-cancellation insurance, and we would be happy to recommend a policy to you.

Cancellation Policy: 
The tour is completely non-refundable. If you cancel due to medical reasons that are covered by your purchased travel-insurance policy, we will advise the insurance company that your travel and tour fees are non-refundable.

DISCLAIMER:
Nothing in this communication should be considered personalized investment advice. Although our employees may answer your general customer service questions, they are not licensed under securities laws to address your particular investment situation. No communication by our employees to you should be deemed as personalized investment advice. In the interest of full disclosure: Agora Travel may receive commissions from any property sales made on its tours.

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