U.S. Second Home Sales Increase; Panama's Lifestyle and Economical Benefits Attract Vacation Home Buyers

CHICAGO, July 16 /PRNewswire/ -- While some sectors of the economy struggle to regain solid footing, the Vacation Home market is enjoying healthy numbers. The National Association of Realtors' (NAR) 2010 Investment and Vacation Home Buyers Survey, covering existing- and new-home transactions in the U.S. in 2009, shows vacation home sales rose 7.9 percent to 553,000 last year from 513,000 in 2008.

Many U.S. buyers are looking outside the States to countries where they get even more for their money, and as a result, the Second Home market has witnessed the participation of new destinations around the world. These hotspots are getting the attention of international buyers who like the prices they find as much as the natural and cultural attractions. Panama, Honduras, Costa Rica, Belize, southern Mexico, Croatia, and Turkey are all enjoying growth in the Vacation Home market, according to Tom Kelly, nationally syndicated columnist and author of How a Second Home Can Be Your Best Investment: New, Tax-free Methods for Using a Vacation Home for Recreation, Retirement and Investment.

"A number of Second and Third World venues capture our fancy, including Panama," wrote William P. Barrett in a recent Forbes article. "Panama has the added advantage of being a relatively short plane ride from the U.S." Another recent article, this one written by associate editor of Kiplinger's personal finance section, Laura Cohn, also extols Panama's financial benefits. Cohn says, "With all of its benefits and active expatriate community, Panama is among the most affordable and appealing options."

Ben Loomis, President of Amble Resorts, is developing a luxury residence community on an island property in Panama, The Resort at Isla Palenque. "Americans are looking for a retreat from their busy lives, and Panama offers not only a laid back tropical lifestyle, but affordable real estate as well," says Loomis. "In addition to Panama's real estate prices, the country's low cost of living, tropical climate, and lush natural beauty combine to make it an increasingly popular choice for Vacation Home buyers." The Resort at Isla Palenque is currently taking reservations for their vacation homes, and plans to launch sales this fall.

In a March 2010 International Living article, InternationalLiving.com conference director Elaine Finnegan said, "Panama has always been a top choice for people from the U.S., Canada, and Europe who want to significantly lower their cost of living without giving up the good life."

About Amble Resorts

Amble Resorts was founded by Benjamin Loomis in 2007 to develop and own unique upscale hotels and resorts which provide ecologically and culturally sensitive travel experiences. Their goal is to become the premier lodging provider for those sophisticated travelers who seek a more meaningful vacation experience, helping them connect to the earth, other peoples and each other. Those who want more out of travel, amble with us. For more information about Amble Resorts, visit http://www.Amble.com.

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About Isla Palenque

Amble Resorts' new Panama real estate project, The Resort at Isla Palenque, will be a secluded and sustainable residence community with a unique boutique hotel, ingeniously designed residences, and sumptuous amenities. For more information about The Resort at Isla Palenque, visit http://www.IslaPalenque.com.

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Media contact: Frances Limoncelli, Marketing Director, Amble Resorts, [email protected], 773-769-1145 x203

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SOURCE Amble Resorts

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