Angola and Portugal, Even Stronger Business Ties

José Eduardo dos Santos, president of Angola, is currently in Portugal on his first official visit to the current Portuguese president Cavaco Silva. Already Portugal's major exporting destination outside of Europe, Angola is now an African nation at peace and experiencing tremendous developments. As Portuguese businesses continue to grow in Angola, and Angolans start to have distinguishing impact on Portuguese economy, the President rallied for even greater cooperation between the two stating that in the current climate countries should turn to their oldest and most trusted friends.

“If I could I would buy Brazil”

Are the words of billionaire real estate guru Sam Zell. Brazil is one of the few countries which seems truly untouched by the world economic downturn with a Q3 GDP growth of 6.3%, not only in relation to the same period of time last year, but also in relation to to the current year’s first and second quarters.
Additionally, as an oil producing country now, Brazil shows absolutely no signs of slowing down any in 2009.

Investing in Cape Verde - Wise Move

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Property Frontiers, highly rated international property analysts, hail Santiago, Cape verde as a hot spot for investment "Investing in Santiago is a wise move". On the whole Cape Verde is enthusiastically described as an attractive and growing destination, with stable government and steady financial growth, stressing as another factor of stability the fact that its Escudo is indexed to the Euro. In reference to Santiago specifically, it describes the island as the most cosmopolitan desitination which among other attributes, should provide strong returns as it is anticipated to the focal point of the archipelago's booming tourism industry.

Good News

With all the financial havoc dominating media today, I wanted to make sure our readers got some good news. It really was nt that hard to find. The United Nations Conference on Trade and Development recently launched their 2008 report on Trade and Development which stated that “for the first time we are seeing a worldwide crises which is focused in the heart of the wealthiest nations and has had very little impact on developing and emerging economies” World GNP is expected grow approximately 4.9%, a figure which is largely based on the prediction that emerging economies will maintain their average 7.0% growth and that Europe will see it’s growth rate in the 1.4%.
At Design Resorts, this is something we have known for a long a time :)

The Better Way to Live Praia

Finding your way to Ponta Bicuda, in cidade da Praia is now easier than ever. If you happen to be in Cape Verde and want more information on Ponta Bicuda, and happened to have missed the number; + 238 263 1035 . And should you be wondering what the billboards say; "The better way to live Praia - Ponta Bicuda".

Santiago Island, Cape Verde

For anyone planning their summer vacation getaway to Cape Verde this summer, we have posted a guide map with everything worthwhile doing and seeing on the island of Santiago where Cidade da Praia , the capital city of Cape Verde is located and where you can get the most in terms of history & culture, sports, Nature, restaurants & bars. For a closer view please click here.

Rental Returns and guarantees - Ponta Bicuda

I’ve had a very interesting evening last night with a friend who works for a European hotel powerhouse. We’ve used our time to discuss developments, returns and rental revenues in two different fronts; the hotel and the residential.
The hotel is simple and straightforward: the income depends on the hotel quality, on the capacity to generate revenues from tourism, business and city travel – the glass is most of the times half full with the sales to professional operators (tourist packages, meetings, symposiums and so on), creaming the milk for the other half with direct sales and more expensive channels.
The residential is a different issue: One can’t guarantee a steady income, as there are no professional structure to half fill the glass. It always depends on the local rental market for permanent residents and on the weekly rental for tourists, and the weekly rental depend on factors like cheap flights availability (on the hotel packages this is not an issue because the flight is part of the package and was previously negotiated for a cheap price), knowledge of the place and management quality.
I am glad we have the five star Tiara hotels on our Ponta Bicuda resort; otherwise it would be impossible to guarantee a steady income. I just don’t comment on the way some do it!

Golf is HAPPENING in Cape Verde

Golf in Cape Verde is happening! By the time the Tedju and Cor di Mar Tiara Hotels are ready, the Island of Santiago will have two top quality golf courses, potentially becoming a top quality golf destination.
Golf swings at Ponta Bicuda! A 9 whole Pitch and Putt course has been a part of the project since its inception, and has been a point of attraction for golf lovers everywhere.
Ponta Bicuda pitches in for Golf! Before projects began for Ponta Bicuda, we were already partnering with the Portuguese Golf Federation and involved in competitions such as the Penina and the Open, and in Golf events including, the very successful Golf Fair in Cascais. In 2008 our commitment to golf remains, having sponsored 5 tournaments in Quinta da Ria and Quinta de Cima, in Tavira, Algarve.

Construction Update (7) and other Updates

Yes this is still the place to find construction updates on Ponta Bicuda!

Many of our readers have expressed concern regarding the frequency of construction updates, and it seems as though we have responded by changing the name of our blog!

We would like to assure our readers that construction is progressing at a desirable pace – but at this stage we are having difficulty conveying this progress via pictures. Tractors, trucks, bulldozers and compactors remain on site and continue ground works at Cor di Mar, Coladera and Tedju.

Construction Update (6)

As construction keeps on as expected and according to the announced schedule, the truth is that we have found there to be little earth-shattering news to report – but there has been plenty of earth shattering going on!

Just for your information, since day 1 of construction 180 000 m3 of earth have been moved! So that practically each house gets a breathtaking view, 140 000 m3 have been used for levelling the terrain, and the remaining 40 000 m3 will in due time get placed. In real terms this represents just over 1/3 of the land mass that will get moved around at Ponta Bicuda in this phase of construction.

Expect the unexpected

Looking for the best architecture in Cape Verde?

Design Resorts is launching the brand new Ponta Bicuda four bedroom contemporary design Casa Moderna in the Scandinavian market.


The new signature villa from the architects Ana Duarte Pinto and João Manuel Alves presents an eclectic bauhaus derivation with lavish views and an amazing value. This is a new villa to complete the 3 bedroom Casa Moderna, in a new project aimed at the most demanding markets. This is twenty first century architecture in Cape Verde.

Oväntad? Nej
(Unexpected? No.)

Ponta Bicuda - Tedju

5 hours from London and no Jet Lag. Discover Ponta Bicuda Resort.
"One bedroom semi detached - oceanfront property with a pampering seascape and a sophisticated tropical style. Extensive areas, high ceilings and luxurious decorations - the best investment property of Cape Verde. Guaranteed net returns and good capital appreciation..."Read more

Source at "http://www.pontabicuda.com/"

Cor di Mar apartments

Ponta Bicuda Resort: The smart investment for your bonus. Guaranteed income!
"Cape Verde beach apartments designed for the perfect investment. Guaranteed returns associated with high capital gains featuring a fashionable classical decoration and hotel management: investor's paradise."Read more

Source at "http://www.pontabicuda.com/"

Ponta Bicuda - Hotel /Buy to let

5 hours from London and no Jet Lag, discover Ponta Bicuda Resort.
"Hotel Houses are sold as fully owned property and completely furnished and equipped. Together they form hotels for tourist..."Read more

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Ponta Bicuda downtown

5 hours from London and no Jet Lag Discover Ponta Bicuda Resort
"Cape Verde beach apartments designed for the perfect investment. Guaranteed returns associated with high capital gains featuring a fashionable classical decoration and hotel management: investor's paradise..."

Source at "http://www.pontabicuda.com/"

Tedju Villas

Ponta Bicuda, the smart investment for your bonus. Guaranteed Income!

"Three bedroom villas, oceanfront property with a pampering seascape and a sophisticated tropical style. Extensive areas, high ceilings and luxurious decorations - the best investment property of Cape Verde. Guaranteed net returns and good capital..."Read more

Source at "www.pontabicuda.com"

Ponta Bicuda project

Discover Ponta Bicuda and make a great investment. Enjoy the future!

"This exclusive development with a masterplan developed by WATG – Wimberly Allison Tong & Go lies just five minutes from Cidade da Praia and the international airport. Ponta Bicuda is soon to be ..."Read more

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Ponta Bicuda real estate

Properties in Ponta Bicuda are available in two different choices:
Hotel The six hotels are made up of houses completely equipped and furnished, and sold in full ownership to a luxury standard..."Read more

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Ponta Bicuda - The Dream

New resort in the Santiago Island, Cape Verde. Great for Vacation, Perfect to Live

"From the cosmopolitan 5 star hotel to the most intimate villa, Ponta Bicuda will feature the best of two worlds: an ideal place to have vacations, but also a perfect place to live, an extremely..."Read more

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Tedju

5 hours from London and no Jet LagDiscover Ponta Bicuda Resort
"Tedju is meant to be a hymn to the Creole soul, the fusion of the European with the African. A more casual ambiance, with light colours playing along with..."Read more

Source at "Ponta Bicuda"