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'Remarkable' Morocco praised by IMF on its economic progress

'Remarkable' Morocco praised by IMF on its economic progress

Morocco has recently being referred to as ‘remarkable’ by the International Monetary Fund (IMF) in recognition of its economic progress over the last year.

Launch of penultimate Le Jardin de Fleur resort, Morocco

Launch of penultimate Le Jardin de Fleur resort, Morocco

The 11 Le Jardin de Fleur resorts-within-a-resort at Mediterrania Saïdia have had quite a whirlwind of a year. England stars John Terry, Rio Ferdinand and Gary Neville have publicly invested in their own villas, the 2007 CNBC Arabian Property Awards have acknowledged the developer by way of two honours and the King of Morocco himself has been a regular visitor on site to check on progress.

10% rental guarantee for ten years - El Oasis de Marrakech

10% rental guarantee for ten years - El Oasis de Marrakech

Benjamin Franklin once said that there was nothing guaranteed in life but death and taxes. Having lived in the 18th century he couldn’t have known that a ten year 10% rental guarantee at El Oasis de Marrakech could also be added to his list. In terms of location, value for money, payment terms and facilities, El Oasis de Marrakech is simply unbeatable.

IMS adds Morocco to mortgage portfolio

IMS adds Morocco to mortgage portfolio

International Mortgage Solutions (IMS) - the overseas mortgage specialists - has recently added Morocco its non-resident mortgage portfolio. 2007 has already seen expansion from Spain into France, Portugal and Italy, and IMS has revealed that Morocco will be joined by yet more new markets before the year is out.

Morocco closing in on its 2010 vision

Morocco closing in on its 2010 vision

Morocco looks to be on track to meet its 2010 vision, with news that last year they welcomed 6.5 million tourists.

How ‘Touristic Laws’ guarantee success for Morocco’s tourism industry

How ‘Touristic Laws’ guarantee success for Morocco’s tourism industry

When a young 43 year old king unveils to the world his ambitious strategy to boost tourist arrivals to his country from 4.4 million in 2001 to 10 million by 2010 thus creating 600,000 new jobs and forming 20% of the nation’s GDP, the last thing that king wants is egg on his face.

Morocco - No tax on rental income for five years

Morocco - No tax on rental income for five years

For serious investors, Morocco must rate as one of the best investments around. Recent modernisation reforms have made it an exceptional place to do business and with a dual tax treaty between Morocco and the UK along with serious investment into infrastructure Morocco is in a superb position to attract overseas investors.

Morocco tipped to be the next Spain

Morocco tipped to be the next Spain

When industry leaders participating at this year’s Arabian Hotel Investment Conference (AHIC) were asked which country they thought had the potential to be the next Spain in terms of revenue and tourism development, Morocco came out on top. Latest figures show that in 2006 some 6.5 million tourists visited the North African country, up 700,000 on the previous year.

Morocco - Flights expected to double

Morocco - Flights expected to double

Rob Shaw Marketing and Operations Manager for Morocco Properties, says, “Morocco has certainly come to the fore in the last year and is now strongly tipped to be one of the best overseas investment opportunities around.

Rocco Forte supports arrival of serious golf in Marrakech

Rocco Forte supports arrival of serious golf in Marrakech

Rocco Forte has been signed as the operator on Morroco's first private members estate. Assoufid offers Marrakech's most compelling investment, combining the service excellence of Rocco Forte Hotels with the breathtaking views, challenging topography and luxury living.

Wraps off the first riad homes planned for Mediterrania-Saidia

Wraps off the first riad homes planned for Mediterrania-Saidia

Plans for the first villa riads to be built at Mediterrania-Saidia, the €1.6 billion golf and marina five-star resort taking shape along six kilometres of the 14 kilometre golden sandy beach at Saidia - a stunning beach location on northern Morocco’s Mediterranean coast - have been unveiled by Saffron Villas Ltd.

Mirleft, Morocco – where the living is easy on the eye and on the pocket

Mirleft, Morocco – where the living is easy on the eye and on the pocket

La Dune, perched on a stretch of beautiful beach in Mirleft, a tiny fishing town south of Agadir, is a resort of four bedroom four bathroom Arabic-styled villas arranged over three floors to maximize the attractive sea views. Suitable for families, couples, groups, sun worshippers and sports fanatics, La Dune offers high standards and quality fittings at an affordable price.

Moroccan riads inspire design of new homes near Marrakech

Moroccan riads inspire design of new homes near Marrakech

Charles Boccara’s design of the 47 three-bedroom villas which make up Domaine De L’Akhdar Vue Du Paradis on the outskirts of Marrakech is inspired by that of traditional Moroccan riad homes which have a central courtyard or garden, sometimes with a fountain.

Steady growth and development in Morocco

Steady growth and the development of more major resorts looks set to be the trend for the Morocco property market in 2007 according to Paul Staines, managing director of Newbury-based Saffron Villas Ltd.

Condominium phenomenon

Condominium phenomenon

Money management firm, Jones Lang La Salle, describes Europe as being “in the midst of a hotel transaction boom” thanks to “an increase in investment appetite for the hospitality sector”.