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Progressive Development Company Amble Resorts Adds Belize
Island Property to Repertoire
CHICAGO, June 1, 2011 -- Burgeoning eco-resort development
company Amble Resorts has acquired the 80-acre southern tip
of the island known as Long Caye in Belize. The island sits
on Lighthouse Reef, a remote coral atoll in the world's
second largest barrier reef system. Amble plans to create an
ecologically responsible resort on Long Caye for those who
crave privileged access to some of the Caribbean's most
spectacular natural sites.
A white-sand paradise, Long Caye's singular proximity to
premier diving makes it an ideal site for a world-class
resort. The Great Blue Hole, made famous by Jacques
Cousteau, is revered as one of the world's must-see dive
sites, but most divers must undergo a two-hour boat ride
over open sea to get there. Once Amble's resort on Long Caye
is complete, guests will be just minutes from the famous
site, as well as another two dozen prime dive locations,
including Half Moon Wall, the Aquarium and Cathedral.
The key to the resort's success will be Amble's passionate
dedication to sustainability, a passion shared by the
property's former owners, Long Caye Belize. Blake Ross,
director of Long Caye Belize, would not have sold this rare
parcel to just anyone. "We are excited about our partnership
with Amble Resorts - sustainability is at the heart of our
shared mission," says Ross. "The team at Long Caye has
worked diligently over the years to preserve this pristine,
unique eco-system. We know Amble will continue to do the
same, while welcoming visitors who come to experience the
paradise that is the Lighthouse Reef." Ross is part of the
small group that has owned Long Caye since 1968, and will
maintain an interest in Amble's resort project.
Long Caye is more than a diver's paradise; it is a haven for
nature lovers and sun worshippers as well. Amble's property
is bordered on one side by the Long Caye nature preserve and
bird sanctuary, and on the others by over two miles of sandy
coastline, so Amble customers will enjoy a diversity of
outdoor pleasures. Over time, Amble will build approximately
30 hotel rooms and 100 vacation homes, as well as everything
a guest or homeowner needs for a luxurious island
experience, including a spa, restaurant, and a superior menu
of services.
Long Caye is the second Amble acquisition. In 2008 they
purchased the spectacular 434-acre Isla Palenque in Panama,
which is currently in an early construction phase. Amble
plans to implement the same ecologically conscious approach
on Long Caye that they have become known for on Isla
Palenque. "'Sustainability' and 'eco' are a lot more than
marketing buzz words to us," says Amble President Benjamin
Loomis. "They are inherent necessities for providing the
sort of immersed-in-nature experience our customers seek."
With the purchase of the Long Caye property, Amble has
exhibited a knack for finding exceptionally privileged
natural sites in emerging international travel markets. Says
Loomis, "Long Caye and Isla Palenque are composed of very
different ecosystems, but our goal is always the same: we
want to preserve the pristine environments we discover so
that others may enjoy them for generations."
To follow the progress of Amble Resorts, watch
http://www.amble.com for news and updates.
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About Amble Resorts
Amble Resorts develops ecologically and culturally sensitive
resorts and residences in places of spectacular natural
beauty or cultural significance. By combining the best of
new technology, ancient wisdom, meticulous planning, and
inspired talent, we offer unprecedented luxury, redefined as
meaningful connection - to the earth, other peoples, and
each other. Those who want more out of travel, amble with
us. http://www.amble.com
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