Located on the north western tip of Africa, yet possessing a unique culture, Morocco has been a popular tourist destination for years. Separated from the rest of the continent by the towering Atlas Mountains and by the Sahara, its climate, geography and history are more closely related to the Mediterranean than the rest of Africa. In the north, its fine beaches, lush highland valleys and evocative old cities reinforce this familiar, yet exotic impression.

Climate

The north of Morocco enjoys a wonderful average temperature of 29°C during the summer and a balmy 18°C in the winter. The climate is reliably dry all year round, with the period between October and April providing welcome winter sun.

Geography

Morocco is a country of tremendous diversity with four mountain ranges, green river valleys, wide beaches of golden sand and stretches of desert. The ascent of the country's highest peak, Jebel Toukbal (13,665 ft./4,165 m.) provides a spectacular trek. The Moroccan coastline, which fronts onto both the Mediterranean and the Atlantic, offers plenty of great beaches as well as a number of fascinating old coastal cities.

Location

Morocco's close proximity to Europe (only 14 km from Spain) has contributed to its popularity over the years with many holidaymakers crossing the Strait of Gibraltar by ferry or flying to the Spanish enclaves of Ceuta and Melilla. Now, with low cost operators beginning regular services to Moroccan airports, it is even easier to reach.

Communications

Mediterrania Saïdia has excellent communications that allow the resort to be easily and quickly connected with the main cities in Morocco, Europe and the rest of the world. The international airports of Oujda, Nador and Melilla meet all the requirements of air transportation which will be complemented by the improvement of the road network, the construction of the marina as well other ports existing in the area. 15 Airlines so far are planning to start with flights to Oujda in the coming 3 years. It is forecast that Mediterrania Saïdia will attract a minimum of 250,000 visitors a year increasing to more than 500,000 by 2012.

Why Morocco?

Lifestyle
. Low cost of living - luxury lifestyle for less.
. Year round sunshine -an ideal winter sun destination.
. Climate and sea conditions perfect for water sports.
. Unique culture and history close to Europe yet the gateway to Africa - an entirely different culture and landscape.
. French, Spanish, English and of course Arabic widely spoken.
. Beautiful sandy beaches. . Close to the Costa del Sol - 30 minutes by hydrofoil to Tangiers from Tarifa & Algeciras.

Stable, forward thinking government
. Huge investment in tourism - objective to increase visitors to 10 million by 2010 and provide first class infrastructure and facilities.
. Moroccan government has signed 'Open Skies' agreement with the EU to allow European airlines to operate at Moroccan airports without restrictions.
. Low cost airlines such as Easyjet, Thomsonfly and Ryanair have announced new Morocco routes with more to be added for 2007.
. Since the arrival of low cost airlines, Morocco has gained in popularity amongst tourists and ranks among the top destinations for 2007.

Real Estate
. Opportune time to invest - property prices lower than similar European resorts.
. Favourable tax laws for foreign investors - no property tax for five years and low capital gains tax.
. Property system is similar to that of the UK and Ireland with freehold and leasehold properties.
. Mortgages are available with 60-70 % being the standard amount borrowed.
. Secure investment - government backed resorts.
. Increase in tourism will lead to excellent rental opportunities in the future - properties are ideal for holiday makers and keen golfers.
. Coastal property is on course for a period of unprecedented prosperity - the number of British tourists increased by 18% between 2004 and 2005 alone.

Sur Med

A unique opportunity to invest and live in one of the most prestigious five star developments in the world - only hours away from the major cities in Europe. Mediterrania Saïdia is a project of 7,000,000m2 with 6 km of unspoilt coastline, 11 hotels, three 18 hole golf courses, large marina (840 mooring points), several shopping areas and more than 3,000 accommodation units.

The development is going to be a meeting point of cultures of the exotic Mediterranean and latestgeneration holiday resort. Attractions in the medina of Saïdia include a 17th century fortress, a 19th century Kasbah and famous Music and Popular Arts Festival every August. Saïdia is also an area of considerable natural beauty, with seven kilometres of golden, unspoilt beach and a lovely bay making it ideal for all types of water sports. There is also a natural bird reserve which has been created by the area of marsh and woodland that skirts the locale.

Resort amenities
. 6 km of beautiful sandy beaches
. Promenade with 17 beach clubs
. 3 designer 18 hole golf courses
. Marina with 850 mooring points
. Diving and sailing centre
. Water sports
. Yacht club
. Restaurants and bars in the harbour
. First class sport facilities (equestrian, Olympic swimming pool, football ground, tennis facilities)
. Aquatic park
. Spa
. Moroccan medina
. European shopping centre with all the products you need
. Medical centre
. Amusement park
. Eleven 4 & 5 star hotels with top-class facilities
. Exhibition centre
. Conference centre