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Brian Dobbin discusses sustainability as a destination for Antigua & Barbuda

ANTIGUA & BARBUDA’S SUSTAINABLE PLACE IN THE FUTURE

Of all the places in the world that can offer themselves as a sanctuary and haven, I can say from my experience that Antigua & Barbuda ranks amongst the most desirable, and with the increasingly substantive cracks we are seeing in our societies, becoming a residential haven for the world’s elite offers a real and sustainable pathway to ever-increasing prosperity for the country.

This is already happening, and the Antigua government has been on the front edge of the region in this regard. From the nomad visa program to aggressive COVID action, the leadership in the country has sent out the right message to those people around the world whom by virtue of their success or good fortune can be anywhere they want to be.

The evidence of this is seen in this picture of the runway at VC Bird International Airport lined with private jets last year as the pandemic raged.

We’ve already been attracting these ‘gold collar’ immigrants through the Antigua & Barbuda Citizenship by Investment program since 2014, and the beneficial effect of having these types of people as residents is being profoundly felt today.

Real benefits – like significant investment being made into Jolly Harbour and its surrounding environs, signalling the start to a major re-development of the area; vaccines being offered to the country shortly after they started being produced by wealthy international Antiguans; multiple new medical centers being created on-island by recent economic citizens to the country.

Having spent 25 years in luxury residential real estate development in a lot of different places in the world, I’ve seen again and again the ripple effect of affluent people discovering a new destination and what that means to economic stimulus and growth there.

While resorts and all-inclusive hotels have long been seen as economic-drivers given their direct employment numbers, the longer-term impact of residential tourism on local entrepreneurism yields rewards that sustain themselves much further and deeper.

Firstly, having a growing class of these residents creates more and more opportunities to provide the goods and services international visitors require when they come. These are fertile entrepreneurial grounds for creating small businesses, and as they flourish they expand the business gentry class in the community.

Secondly, these international uber-citizens bring investment capital and ideas and other people like them, and gaining critical mass in this regard creates a gravity that can turn a small forgotten port city into Monte Carlo, and a floundering European principality into Monaco.

Strategies like having Robert De Niro as the Economic Ambassador for the country has assisted every one of us who have been out in the world selling the twin islands for both investment and visitation.

Assuming we all agree on the multi-generational benefits that elite international residents bring, what then can Antigua do to continue to attract them and reap the positive influences to its society that follow?

Hold the course – and lean into it. The CIP program offers a real lure to discover the country, and with a natural pressure on it from the world’s largest largest tax-collectors, it needs to be guarded and protected with a feverish zeal.

Residential tourism – is a good thing and should be encouraged as much as possible. Luxury villa developments give the infrastructure needed for this class of international citizen to stay for a period of time, and truly enjoy and appreciate the natural delights of Antigua.

Promotion – is the key to everything. I have always felt that Antigua & Barbuda has the right ingredients to really distinguish itself internationally as a coveted and special place to spend time. This means focusing on the high-end in the promotion and attaching the Antigua & Barbuda brand to quality names and events.

All of this is known and has been in action for some time, especially under the current administration, and it is absolutely the right path to follow. Having Robert De Niro as the Economic Ambassador for the country has assisted every one of us whom have been out in the world selling Antigua & Barbuda for investment and visitation.

I remember my friend Ricky Skerritt when he was St. Kitts & Nevis Tourism Minister unveiling the new private jet terminal plan he would go on to build, and while the impact it has had in that country can never been measured, it has been a significant attraction to what Ricky called ‘CIP’s – commercially important people.

So this is not a critique or call to arms, rather a ringing endorsement of the right things that have been done, and are being done, to create a truly sustainable future for Antigua & Barbuda. As the world heaves and strains from rapid globalization in the social media age, I am more and more optimistic about where we are in Antigua & Barbuda and where we can go.

2021 09 13 The Citizen Magazine - Brian Dobbin

 

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Can you imagine yourself cooking in this kitchen? This can be your very own retreat home on Antigua's west coast. Everything you imagined the Caribbean to be describes Antigua’s west coast and now 36 villa plots on Harbour Island are available to build your dream villa at The Gardens.

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If you’re keen to own a home and spend time in Antigua but would like to reduce the cost, we also offer fractional ownership. This ‘smart-sharing’ ownership means you can own a fifth share of a villa, enjoy a fifth of the time each year if desired and earn a fifth of net rental income and resale in due course. This is ideal for groups of friends or families who’d like to buy a home together.

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By letting design elements from one space cascade into another, our Island Casual vibe is a cohesive tailored home. Light natural timbers with accented wood furniture, and coastal influences. Including a base palette of fresh whites, light greys, blues and greens interspersed with fabric textures and stripes.

This stylish 2-4-bedroom villa development represents a rare opportunity to own a brand-new property in the heart of Jolly Harbour. Forming part of a brand new community. For those who value a good lifestyle, an incredible location and a home with the best features – this one is for you.

Visit the link in our profile to check out our latest blog with more photos of the mood board showcasing the available fixtures and features. 

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The cultivated design in these mood boards for the garden villas is modern with a soft-tropical and harmonious style. This creates a refined and sophisticated tone paired with a relaxed lifestyle. Here you can see the following selection of finishes and furnishing options for the kitchen and entrance. 

Learn more about the furnishing and finishing options for The Gardens in our latest blog by visiting the link in our profile. 

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Morris Bay is a beauty! Just a fifteen-minute drive from The Gardens. Lined with coconut trees, and local cuisine huts on the roadside – Gina’s Cookshop is a favourite. Sandra’s is wonderful for beautiful beach covers and more. This is a great place for a dip, photos and videos!

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Our construction, design and management teams do all the hard work for you so you can sit back and relax! 

Elmsbridge Design has a great group of horticulturalists and landscaping experts to ensure you have a marvellous garden and complete tropical privacy. They craft a landscaping package for each home to ensure the plants and wildlife around your home are as healthy and lively as possible with the help of their team. 

Each villa will be nestled in tropical flora and fauna whilst creating privacy and maintaining some lovely views.

Visit the link in our profile to learn more about The Gardens or reach out to us at hello@thegardensantigua.com

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Darkwood Beach is a 10-minute drive from The Gardens and is favoured by locals and visitors. There is one beach restaurant and bar and a couple of local food huts sprinkled along the coast. A lovely beach to spend time with your family and friends. 

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Valley Church Beach is on the west coast of Antigua and is about a ten-minute drive from The Gardens. This is a favourite for both the locals and visitors. The beach bar serves tropical drinks and gives you a pleasant taste of the local cuisine. There are trees available for shade when hanging out on the beach and the water is always stunning.

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The Gardens is approved for Citizenship by Investment for Antigua & Barbuda. Having been based in the Caribbean for decades, the team at our sister company, @citizensinternational, is well-versed in the Antigua & Barbuda citizenship program and prime property market in the Caribbean. They can help you gain citizenship when purchasing either a fraction or whole ownership at The Gardens.

Find out more about this process by clicking the link in our bio and following it to our latest blog post.

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South Beach is nearly 2 miles long and is covered in the softest sand that you will ever touch. The sea is a striking, gentle turquoise and calm enough for a swim or wade in. There are sun-beds, umbrellas, and water sport equipment available for rent along the stretch. 

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There are two ownership options at The Gardens: whole ownership and fractional 1/5th ownership. Fractional owners enjoy 10 weeks of use per year and fully managed properties with net rental paid out twice a year. These are well-priced villas whose capita value should benefit greatly from the redevelopment going on around them of the golf course, shops and marina over the next 5 years.

Reach out to us at hello@thegardensantigua.com to learn more. If you are in Antigua, we welcome you to come to visit us in our sales office. We are located in Jolly Harbour’s Commercial Centre behind the pharmacy. This will give you the opportunity to meet the sales team and review home designs.

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The second design package that is available at The Gardens is Island Casual. This palette of natural colours and soothing neutrals of the spaces exude timeless elegance and tranquillity. In addition, the design holds an exciting element and comes with stunning interiors. Each villa includes ultimate equipment and appliances, open layouts, air conditioning, modern lighting, and more.

Visit the link in our profile to check out our latest blog with more photos of the mood board showcasing the available design fixtures and features. 

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Since The Gardens is already approved for Citizenship by Investment, you are able to both purchase your dream home and seamlessly gain citizenship in the country for you and your family. This provides financial benefits and gives you a plan B with a foothold in Antigua & Barbuda. 

Check out the link in our bio to learn more about the project.

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A still, beautiful day in the harbour - Jolly Harbour has numerous areas to retreat for a relaxing morning, afternoon and evening. It's a great area to walk around and spend time with your family and meet new friends. The amenities are within a short walking or boating distance from The Gardens. 

Visit the link in our profile to learn more about our prime property.

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If you’re keen to own a home and spend time in Antigua but would like to reduce the cost, we offer fractional ownership. This ‘smart-sharing’ ownership means you can own a fifth share of a villa, enjoy multiple weeks in the villa each year and claim your share of net rental income and resale in due course. This is ideal for groups of friends or families who’d like to buy a home together.

To learn more about this option, you can reach us at hello@thegardensantigua.com. If you are in Antigua, we welcome you to come to visit us in our sales office. We are located in Jolly Harbour’s Commercial Centre behind the pharmacy. 

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Here is a peek at some furnishing and finishing options for a bedroom at The Gardens. The design is island modern, bright and airy. 

Elmsbridge Design, our design team, is led by Kal Dobbin and Kate Taylor. They can customize each villa to the owner’s choices, making each property unique and memorable.

If you are interested in learning more about The Gardens visit the link in our profile and contact us today!

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Our team is working carefully and quickly to bring Aloe Villa 118 to life. The walls have been successfully put up and now we are working on the roof. Visit our blog through the link in our profile to view more photos of construction or other highlights in our blog.

You can reach us at hello@thegardensantigua.com. If you are in Antigua, we welcome you to come to visit us in our sales office. We are located in Jolly Harbour’s Commercial Centre behind the pharmacy. This will give you the opportunity to meet the sales team and review home designs. 

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North Beach in Jolly Harbour is just a five-minute walk from The Gardens. It is rather quaint compared to South Beach, but they both share piercing turquoise hues. You can bring a blanket, picnic and relax the day away. The water is always calm, shallow and perfect for swimming or a simple wade. 

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The Aloe Garden villa is a spacious open-plan 2-bedroom home on 0.2 acres with many features combined to make it an ideal Antiguan vacation home. You also have the option (available for all Villas) to add a Garden Cottage which is the perfect addition if you’d like a guest room.

If you are interested in a chic Garden Villa of your own, please get in touch with us today. We look forward to answering any questions that you have. You can also visit us at our Sales Office located in the Commercial Centre of Jolly Harbour, right behind the pharmacy. You can pop in or schedule a meeting with Mandy who is at the Sales Office during the week.

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The Commercial Centre in Jolly Harbour, seen in the above aerial, is home to some convenient stores including a pharmacy, cafes, restaurants, car rentals, realtors, dressmakers and more. The biggest store in Jolly Harbour is the Epicurean supermarket which stocks thousands of foods from fresh fruits and vegetables to Waitrose meals.

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