Having developed and marketed the world-renowned Gladden Private Island in Belize, known for its unparalleled privacy with staff and infrastructure on a separate island, I am now looking to expand this successful concept. My next venture is Isla Gitana, located in the Pearl Islands of Panama. For years, I have been in search of an island that could mirror the success of Gladden, but on a grander scale. Gitana fits this vision perfectly. The plan is to develop numerous luxury villas, each nestled on its own multi-acre parcel, ensuring maximum privacy. The entire development is designed with privacy as the paramount concern, just like Gladden. At this stage, I am seeking an experienced developer who shares this vision to help bring the Gitana project to fruition.
Why Gitana Island?
Gitana is a breathtakingly beautiful 200+ acre private island, spanning a vast area of lush greenery and surrounded by an expanse of white sand beaches. Located in the Pearl Islands of Panama, Gitana boasts numerous stunning beaches, a natural bay suitable for a marina, and is home to one of the richest marine and bird sanctuaries on the planet. The island’s unique shape and location relative to other islands in the archipelago provide a naturally protected anchorage. The main beaches face the open water, ensuring privacy from vessels. Gitana is fully titled and ready for development.
Why the Pearl Islands?
- The Pearl Islands are one of the last untouched island regions within a close distance to North America.
- The Ritz Carlton currently has a large scale project under development.
- The Pearl Islands are renowned for their beautiful waters and beaches, offering opportunities for whale watching, world-class fishing, and diving.
- All necessary infrastructure for development and staffing a resort are readily available.
- Islands in neighboring countries do not offer the same level of privacy or quality of beaches suitable for a luxury resort.
- A significant portion of the islands in the Pearl Islands are government-owned, ensuring the region will maintain its privacy for generations to come.
- There are limited opportunities for resort development within the Pearl Islands due to the ownership status or remoteness of many of the islands.
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