The popular resort of Hisaronu is one of the most popular destinations on Turkey’s beautiful Aegean coast. Offering an enticing blend of superb beaches, shops, bars and restaurants, Hisaronu has proven an increasingly popular tourist destination over the past couple of years. Subsequently, there has been an increase in the demand for property in Hisaronu, as increasing supply continues to outweight the government regulated demand.

Following the recent opening of the superb new Dalaman International Airport, a number of low cost airlines have now announced a range of daily route into Dalaman, offering return flights from the UK as low as £79.99.  With the airport being located just under an hours drive from the major resorts of Hisaronu, Fethiye and Olu Deniz, it is likely that the entire Mugla region will see increased visitor figures in the coming years.

One of the key benefits of Hisaronu, is its close proximity to the superb beach at Olu Deniz, where the turquoise blue lagoon and golden sand beaches have appealed to large numbers of British tourists in recent years. A family orientated resort, the protected status surrounding the resort of Olu Deniz has resulted in a large number of visitors to the region basing themselves in the resort of Hisaronu, and taking the short bus ride down to the beaches for the day. At night however, the cooler climate on offer at Hisaronu (although only 10 minutes in a bus from Olu Deniz, Hisaronu is 1,500m above sea level) prove to be an appealing alternative to the warmer beach areas.

Similarly to Olu Deniz, the resort of Hisaronu has been afforded protection as part of the national park. As such, development is closely regulated ensuring all building work is of the highest standards, and is designed to be in keeping with the local environment. The increasing levels of regulation and restriction on building work have ensured that there remains a high level of demand for property in Hisaronu, whereas supply is restricted. As such, there is a consistent upwards pressure on prices in the Olu Deniz and Hisaronu regions, which look likely to continue for the foreseeable future.

If you would like to find out more about our range of property in Fethiye, or about our £99.00 inspection trips we offer to Fethiye, Olu Deniz and Hisaronu, why not contact on of our property consultants directly on enquiries@offplanworld.tv. We would be happy to discuss the opportunities available with you.

Just over ten miles south of the town of Fethiye, on the beautiful south west coast of Turkey lies the popular resort of Olu Deniz. Hidden away by the imposing Taurus Mountains, this stunning resort has grown around the turquoise lagoon and golden sand beach for which it is so well known. Located in a steep sided valley, the outskirts of the resort are surrounded by beautiful pine forests, which cover the hillsides for many miles around.

Today, the resort of Olu Deniz is one of Turkey’s most popular tourist destinations, with large number of visitors coming to the region each year to enjoy the superb climate, fantastic cuisine and wide range of activities which can be found throughout the region. From spending a lazy day on the beach, through to the more active pursuits of scuba diving, paragliding and hiking, Olu Deniz has something to offer every budget and taste.

The recent increase in tourism in the region has inevitably resulted in a large number of people looking to purchase property in Olu Deniz and the surrounding areas. Boosted by the recent opening of the Dalaman International Airport (just under one hours drive), this demand for property in region shows no signs of slowing, and is currently viewed as one of Turkey’s most viable long term property investments. With low cost airlines offering increasing numbers of flights into the Dalaman region on a daily basis (you can now fly to Dalaman from the UK from just £99.00), it is likely that the numbers of visitors to the region will increase substantially throughout 2009.

Protected by its national park status, the majority of the development in the Olu Deniz region has tended to focus in the towns of Hisaranou and Ovacik, which are located further up the valley from the main resort. Public transport is available between the various resorts on a regular basis however (every 5-10 minutes throughout the day), and is regularly utilised by visitors to the area.

Property in Olu Deniz | Olu Deniz Tourism Information

Once a peaceful fishing village, the Red Sea resort of Marsa Alam is today one of Egypt’s fastest growing tourist destinations, a tropical paradise offering an intoxicating mix of palm fringed sandy beaches, mangroves and incredible coral reefs. Previously in the shadows of the more popular resorts of Hurghada and Sharm El Sheikh, the increase in tourist visitors to the region has resulted in a considerable increase in demand for property in Marsa Alam over the past twelve months. 

The resort of Marsa Alam is situated on the Egyptian coast of the Red Sea, approximately 280 kilometres south of the resort of Hurghada. A hugely popular resort amongst scuba divers, Marsa Alam offers access to some of the Red Sea’s most stunning dive sites, made popular by the legendary Jacques Cousteau so many years ago. The southerly location of Marsa Alam, just north of the Tropic of Cancer, also ensures that the resort offers almost year round sunshine, with temperatures averaging around 35 degrees Celsius throughout the warmer summer months. 

An increasingly popular tourist resort, Marsa Alam today offers a wide range of activities designed to cater for visitors of all ages and tastes. For fans of water sports, the resort offers a wealth of opportunities including deep-sea fishing, windsurfing and world class scuba diving. Further inland, activities such as the desert safaris or visits to the Emerald Mines can be explored at a more leisurely pace.

One of the main factors behind the recent increase in interest in Marsa Alam, has been the regions increased accessibility via the newly opened international airport. Previously difficult to access, visitors were forced to fly into the airport further north, before driving south for up to 4-5 hours. Today, the new international airport offers easy and convenient access to a number of the major European and Middle Eastern transport hubs including London, Paris, Dubai and Berlin. All of these destinations now offer direct flights to Marsa Alam in less than five hours, considerably increasing opportunities for the package travel industry. 

Understandably, the increase in tourist visitors to Marsa Alam, coupled with the regions relatively undeveloped status, has meant an increased level of interest from the major international property developers. Keen to capitalise on the regions anticipated growth, a number of new developments such as the stunning new Marsa Alam Beach Resort have been announced. These developments, launched early in the development cycle of the region, are likely to prove popular, and commercially successful in the years to come.

For investors looking for new and emerging opportunities in Egypt, buying property in Marsa Alam should be given due consideration. Increased levels of tourism, coupled with ongoing improvements in infrastructure mean the region as a whole offers considerable potential for long term appreciation as well as rental return.

From the developers of the highly successful Zafarana Resort further up the Red Sea Riviera comes the Marsa Alam Beach Resort, an exciting new development in the fast up-and-coming Marsa Alam area, world famous through its unspoiled beaches and incredible diving opportunities.

The Marsa Alam Beach Resort is set in over a quarter of a million square meters with half a kilometer of private beach frontage. The resort comprises 1434 units in total and an extremely low building density of just 18%, meaning that the resort encompasses 205,000 square meters of manicured gardens, lawns, pools and communal areas. This ensures that investors and guests alike can take full advantage of the tranquil gardens and surroundings within the resort.

The resort features everything that a guest could possibly need for the perfect break away from the stresses of day-to-day life, with a health centre, sports courts, ten swimming pools, children’s play areas, a variety of bars and restaurants - and, of course, the fabulous beachfront itself.

With prices starting from just £23,600 / €29,500, investors are getting in at the start of what promises to be a world class resort with massive growth potential. Investors opting to purchase two-bedroom units at the development can also opt in to the resort’s Guaranteed Rental Programme offering an annual return of 10% for five years. Those investing in the other sizes of units can opt into the rental pool, which also offers the potential for excellent returns, although revenue is not guaranteed.

So whether you are looking for your own private bolthole in the sun, fast capital appreciation in this rapidly developing area, or a good regular income, Marsa Alam Beach Resort is an excellent choice.

Marsa Alam Beach Resort - Key Points 

• Bank backed rental option Guaranteed 10% annual return for a period of five years on selected units
• 6 weeks personal usage (if rental option is taken)
• Experienced developer with proven track record
• Mortgages available by the developer
• Brochure available which includes; Due diligence approval, Investing in Marsa Alam, Q&A document available, Client escrow account and all the development details.

Marsa Alam Beach Resort - Location
Marsa Alam Beach Resort is located in the fast developing Marsa Alam region in the south of Egypt’s Red Sea Riviera. Hurghada is approximately 260km north of the development.

The area really took off as an emerging tourist destination following the opening of Marsa Alam International Airport, which is located 45km to the north of the Marsa Alam Beach Resort. The airport receives flights from a large number of European cities, including London and Manchester.

Marsa Alam town is located 14km to the south of Marsa Alam Beach Resort.

The exact plot of the Beach Resort is located between the Marsa Alam Ventaclub and the Brayka Bay Resort.

Marsa Alam Beach Resort is designed as a purpose-built resort and therefore has all of the facilities that a holidaymaker would need on site.

Marsa Alam Beach Resort – Features and facilities:

• Firstline development located right on the shore of beautiful sandy beaches
• Some of the best diving and snorkelling in the world right on your doorstep
• Ten different swimming pools to choose from
• Lush tropical gardens
• Low density development containing a low ratio of buildings - just 18% of the total plot
• Wellness, spa, salons and beauty centres
• Extensive range of on-site restaurants, cafes and bars, including some right on the beach
• Shuttle service to Marsa Alam International Airport
• Tour and excursion services
• Two designated children’s play areas
• Variety of sports courts including tennis, basketball and volleyball
• Two private jetties
• Attached shopping mall features a wide variety of shops including a supermarket
• On site medical clinic
• On site disco and nightclub in main building
• On site business centre
• Parking spaces
• Centralized satellite television
• Housekeeping service
• 24 hour security
• Full management service available
• Possibility of entering rental pool
• Maintenance fees: €45-75/month.

If you would like to find out more about the Marsa Alam Beach Resort, or any of our range of apartments in Marsa Alam, why not visit our main site at Offplanworld.tv, where we offer an extensive range of property in Egypt.

The last six months have been particularly challenging for the Dubai property market, with property prices in the emirates reducing by as much as 40% in some areas. More recently however, they have been signs that the market for property in Dubai is at least beginning to stabilise, and a report out this week from Standard Chartered is the latest in a series of announcements in Dubai which are suggesting that the worst of the crisis may indeed be over. Whilst it may be too early to start mentioning the green shoots of recovery just yet, factors such as the easing of the major bank’s lending criteria may well be beginning to have an effect.

Philippe Dauba-Pantanacce, Standard Chartered Senior Economist said “The end of the freefall is encouraging. The first signs of stabilisation in Dubai’s real estate sector have appeared, taking observers by surprise since further declines were expected. Some caution is warranted, as there are still question marks surrounding population flows.”

This process of stabilisation is undoubtedly at an early stage, however the major mortgage providers have relaxed their criteria in the past couple of months, and are now offering higher loan to value ratios than were being seen at the beginning of the year. This process has undoubtedly led to an increased amount of activity in the Dubai property market of late.

The traditional summer lull is expected to begin in the next few weeks, which will undoubtedly have an impact on any potential recovery in the short term, however these positive signs do bode well for the long term dynamics of the Dubai property market, and we should start to see more encouraging signs in Q3 of this year.