Investment Opportunity in morocco

The Ideal Overseas Investment Opportunity

The Light is on Amber - Are You Ready to Go?

Tax Regime sympathetic to investors - The Moroccan government has implemented a number of changes to the taxation regime to make investing in Moroccan property attractive to overseas buyers. These include exemption from certain taxes for a number of years and a significant reduction in others. There is a double taxation treaty in place between the UK and Morocco, so where tax is payable you'll only pay it once.

Government Investment - The King has announced "Vision 201", which aims to have Morocco become a premier destination by 2010 and double tourist numbers to 10 million per annum.

Huge infrastructure improvements underway. The Americans are investing billions in new ports. New airports all around the country are being opened, all joined by a modern, wide motorway system. Plus a significant upgrade of the country's rail system will result in a high speed link between Tanger and Marrakech.

An undersea tunnel planned to link Spain to Morocco. A Swiss firm has just been appointed to oversee a full technical study of the link. Depending on the results of this survey it is estimated that a rail service (similar to the Channel Tunnel) will run through the tunnel and should be in operation by 2025.

An "open skies" agreement has been signed and the Government guarantees world class airport upgrades by 2010. This opens the way for budget flights from the UK and Ireland. RyanAir have announced flights to begin by this summer and will eventually fly to 20 destinations in Morocco, other low cost airlines such as Easyjet and Monarch will follow. At other destinations this has led to a driving down of flight prices and increasing local property prices in areas served by the airports.

Huge new developments - "Dubai-style" are underway backed by the world's largest developers. These will put Morocco firmly on the "destination map". Other developments are underway that will have to conform to strict environmental controls, concerning factors such as building height, that will aim to avoid making the same mistakes as the over-developed Costas in Spain.

The Celebs are moving in - The Beckhams, Jude Law, George Clooney and Brad Pitt have recently visited and bought - this is important, it puts Morocco in the media spotlight. In 2006 newspapers and magazine articles covering Morocco have increased dramatically and a recent survey by the London consultancy "Superbrands" identified Morocco as the second most desirable destination in the world today.

White sand, huge empty beaches and year round warm climate - With over 1,100 miles of coastline Morocco has plenty of unspoilt beautiful coastline to enjoy and a climate that appeals - all year round!

Exotic, yet close - Morocco is the closest "exotic" destination to the UK and Eire and still has great romantic allure. It is also just 35 minutes to Spain and from there 20 minutes to Gibraltar and 45 minutes to Puerto Banus and Marbella on the Costa del Sol.

 

“I look at property all over the world and have found nothing of this quality for the price this close to home. Places such as Bulgaria are way less important given the short season and lack of feel good sun factor.” K.Clement, International Property Investor

The Ideal Overseas Investment Opportunity

The Ideal Overseas Investment Opportunity
The Light is on Amber - Are You Ready to Go?


Tax Regime sympathetic to investors - The Moroccan government has implemented a number of changes to the taxation regime to make investing in Moroccan property attractive to overseas buyers. These include exemption from certain taxes for a number of years and a significant reduction in others. There is a double taxation treaty in place between the UK and Morocco, so where tax is payable you'll only pay it once.

Government Investment - The King has announced "Vision 201", which aims to have Morocco become a premier destination by 2010 and double tourist numbers to 10 million per annum.

Huge infrastructure improvements underway. The Americans are investing billions in new ports. New airports all around the country are being opened, all joined by a modern, wide motorway system. Plus a significant upgrade of the country's rail system will result in a high speed link between Tanger and Marrakech.
An undersea tunnel planned to link Spain to Morocco. A Swiss firm has just been appointed to oversee a full technical study of the link. Depending on the results of this survey it is estimated that a rail service (similar to the Channel Tunnel) will run through the tunnel and should be in operation by 2025.

An "open skies" agreement has been signed and the Government guarantees world class airport upgrades by 2010. This opens the way for budget flights from the UK and Ireland. RyanAir have announced flights to begin by this summer and will eventually fly to 20 destinations in Morocco, other low cost airlines such as Easyjet and Monarch will follow. At other destinations this has led to a driving down of flight prices and increasing local property prices in areas served by the airports.
Huge new developments - "Dubai-style" are underway backed by the world's largest developers. These will put Morocco firmly on the "destination map". Other developments are underway that will have to conform to strict environmental controls, concerning factors such as building height, that will aim to avoid making the same mistakes as the over-developed Costas in Spain.
The Celebs are moving in - The Beckhams, Jude Law, George Clooney and Brad Pitt have recently visited and bought - this is important, it puts Morocco in the media spotlight. In 2006 newspapers and magazine articles covering Morocco have increased dramatically and a recent survey by the London consultancy "Superbrands" identified Morocco as the second most desirable destination in the world today.
White sand, huge empty beaches and year round warm climate - With over 1,100 miles of coastline Morocco has plenty of unspoilt beautiful coastline to enjoy and a climate that appeals - all year round!
Exotic, yet close - Morocco is the closest "exotic" destination to the UK and Eire and still has great romantic allure. It is also just 35 minutes to Spain and from there 20 minutes to Gibraltar and 45 minutes to Puerto Banus and Marbella on the Costa del Sol.


“I look at property all over the world and have found nothing of this quality for the price this close to home. Places such as Bulgaria are way less important given the short season and lack of feel good sun factor.” K.Clement, International Property Investor


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HOTELS IN Tangier

Dolce Vita Tangier

The stretch of coastline between Tangier International Airport and the fishing village of Asilah has been the focus of development for some of the most prestigious developers in the world and the area is fast becoming known as the Golden Mile of Morocco. As of March 2009 this project was the only one where properties with direct beach access are available - and what’s more with prices from only €113,000 this is an opportunity not to be missed.

The three clusters of apartments are arranged around the swimming pool, clubhouse and tennis court to create a desirable boutique style project with direct beach access and sea views. The apartments are spacious and would be ideal for someone working in Tangier who wished to escape to the calm of the coast after work. The airport in Tangier is an easy ten minute drive and Asilah can be reached in around 15 minutes.

Read more about Dolce Vita Tangier here

Prices from: €113,400 - €244,800

Dream Hills

Situated on the slopes of the Cap de Malabata this mixed development of apartments and villas enjoys spectacular views over the Bay of Tangiers. The development is arranged around an artificial river that forms the centre piece of the development.

The development features two communal pools and would be ideal either as a permanent home or as a buy to let investment. The large apartments have one, two or three bedrooms with sanitary fittings and a high quality kitchen installed. The development has 24 hour security and entry/exit is through a controlled point.

Read more about Dream Hills here

Apartment prices from: €83,000, Villa prices from: €420,000

Tangier Boulevard

Situated on one of Tangier's main commercial streets this project is ideally situated in the heart of the former French district and is close to all the major business and administrative zones in Tangier. The development is also within easy walking distance of the Port of Tangier and the beach. Tangier Boulevard features both commercial (retail and catering) units as well as residential property as well as a swimming pool and gymnasium for residents.

The development consists of 419 apartments and penthouses ranging from 1, 2 and 3 bedrooms. The apartments are specifically designed for high life style living and have high quality finishes with a Moroccan flavour. There is 8000m2 of commercial space beneath the development and 517 parking units are available. This project represents excellent value in the main commercial area of Tangier and with attractive payment terms it is something that anyone considering investing in Tangiers should consider.

Read more about Tangier Boulevard here

Prices from: €85,000

La Vision

A high quality executive style apartment block close to the new financial and business district of Tangier. The two and three bedroom apartments all feature an allocated parking space (very important in Tangier!) in the basement with lift access to all floors.

The 80 apartments are sold with high specification fully fitted kitchens and bathrooms, as well as hot and cold air conditioning. Ideal as a high quality expat buy to let investment as the exterior design and interior fittings are all designed with the western rental and purchase market in mind.

This modern stylish building will attract the new breed of business executives who will be amongst the 100,000 new jobs created by the Tangier Med Port, which can be easily reached within 25 minutes from the site.

Read more about La Vision here

Prices from only: £65,000

La Perle de Tangier

This landmark development of a total of nine towers will create an entire new residential district in the heart of one of the most sought after areas of Tangier. Within this mixed use development in Tangier there will be six residential towers, two office towers, a commercial centre and a 5* hotel, all arranged around an artificial lake with a large fountain at the centre.

These properties in Tangier are being developed by one of the largest Spanish developers who are currently involved in building throughout Morocco. This development is without doubt their flagship project in the country and a great deal of attention has been paid to the details of the project to ensure its success - even down to the selection of trees and plants for the 30,000 m2 of gardens.

At present we are offering the residential units for sale, if you require any residential or office space please contact us and we will send you details as soon as they are available.

Read more about La Perle de Tangier here

Prices from: £71,000

Baie Panoramique

Situated in a privileged location on a hill above the Bay of Tangier this residential development of apartments offers some of the best views available to the property buyer in Tangier today. Phase One of the development is nearly complete (few units remaining) and Phase Two is currently on sale offering nearly all the apartments with spectacular views.

The development features a communal pool and would be ideal either as a permanent home or as a buy to let investment. The large apartments all have two bathrooms with white sanitary ware and chrome and an imported high quality kitchen installed. The development has 24 hour security and entry/exit is through a controlled point.

Read more about Baie Panoramique here

Prices from: £82,500

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Early History and Colonial Struggles in morocco

Early History and Colonial Struggles in morocco

 Early History to the Nineteenth Century
The Berbers have inhabited Morocco since the end of the second millennium B.C. In Roman times the area we know as  modern Morocco was roughly contained within the province of Mauretania Tingitania. In the third century A.D. four bishoprics were created in the province. Jewish colonies were also established during Roman rule. The Vandals were the earliest (5th century) of barbarian peoples to overtake the area as the Roman Empire declined.
The Arabs first swept into Morocco c.685 A.D., bringing with them Islam. Christianity was all but wiped out, with only the Jewish colonies retaining their religion. Many Moroccans served in the Arab forces that invaded Spain in the early 8th century. Later, the Berber-Arab conflict fragmented the region.


Morocco became an independent state in 788 A.D under the royal line founded by Idris I. After 900 the country again broke into small tribal states. Warfare between the Fatimids of Tunisia and the Umayyads of Spain for control of the region intensified the already-existing political anarchy, which ended only when the Almoravids overran (c.1062) Morocco and established a kingdom stretching from Spain to Senegal. The Almohads, who succeeded (c.1174) the Almoravids, at first ruled both Morocco and Spain, but the Merinid dynasty (1259–1550), after some triumphs, was limited to Morocco. Rarely, however, was the country completely unified, and conflict between Arabs and Berbers was incessant.


Spain and Portugal, after expelling the Moors from the Iberian Peninsula, attacked the Moroccan coast. Beginning with the capture of Ceuta in 1415, Portugal took all the chief ports except Melilla and Larache, both of which fell to Spain. The Christian threat stimulated the growth of resistance under religious leaders, one of whom established (1554) the Saadian, or first Sherifian, dynasty. At the battle of Ksar el Kebir (1578) the Saadian king decisively defeated Portugal. The present ruling dynasty, the Alawite, or second Sherifian, dynasty, came to power in 1660 and recaptured many European-held strongholds. Morocco, like the other Barbary States, was, from the 17th to the 19th century, a base for pirates preying upon the Mediterranean trade.


Colonial Struggles
In the 19th century the strategic importance and economic potential of Morocco excited the interest of the European powers. France, after beginning a war with Algeria, defeated (1844) Sultan Abd ar-Rahman, who had aided the Algerians. Spain invaded in 1860. In 1880 the major European nations and the United States decided at the Madrid Conference to preserve the territorial integrity of Morocco and to maintain equal trade opportunities for all.

Political and commercial rivalries soon disrupted this cordial arrangement and brought on several international crises. France sought to gain Spanish and British support against the opposition of Germany. Thus, in 1904, France concluded a secret treaty with Spain to partition Morocco and secretly agreed with Great Britain (the Entente Cordiale) not to oppose British aims in Egypt in exchange for a free hand in Morocco.


In 1905, after France had asked the sultan of Morocco for a protectorate, Germany moved quickly: Emperor William II visited Tangier and declared support for Morocco's integrity. At German insistence the Algeciras Conference (Jan.–Mar., 1906) was called to consider the Moroccan question. The principles of the Madrid Conference were readopted and German investments were assured protection, but French and Spanish interests were given marked recognition by the decision to allow France to patrol the border with Algeria and to allow France and Spain to police Morocco.


Under the claim of peacemaking, the French steadily annexed territory. In 1908 friction arose at Casablanca, under French occupation, when the German consul gave refuge to deserters from the French Foreign Legion. This dispute was settled by the Hague Tribunal. Shortly afterward in a coup Abd al-Aziz IV was unseated and his brother, Abd al-Hafid, installed on the throne. He had difficulty maintaining order and received help from France and Spain, especially in a revolt that broke out in 1911. However, the appearance of the German warship Panther at Agadir on July 1, 1911, was interpreted by the French as a threat of war and led to a speedy resolution.


On Nov. 4, 1911, Germany agreed to a French protectorate in Morocco in exchange for the cession of French territory in equatorial Africa. Finally, at Fès (Mar. 30, 1912), the sultan agreed to a French protectorate, and on November 27  1912 a Franco-Spanish agreement divided Morocco into four administrative zones—French Morocco, nine-tenths of the country, a protectorate with Rabat as capital; a Spanish protectorate, which included Spanish Morocco, with its capital at Tétouan; a Southern Protectorate of Morocco, administered as part of the Spanish Sahara; and the international zone of Tangier.


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Morocco Property Report

Morocco Property Report

Morocco is the latest travel hotspot

Kuoni see Morocco as a market with great untapped potential

Mid-haul destinations, such as Morocco, are the latest travel hotspots, according to Thomson and First Choice’s new Trends Report 2008-09.

More than one fifth of holidays taken with Thomson and First Choice in 2007 were outside Europe, as opposed to just 15 per cent in 2003 and the number is set to rise further in 2009.

Market research company Mintel also confirmed the increasing popularity of countries such as Morocco, Egypt and Middle Eastern destinations including Dubai, Oman and the other Emirates thanks to their mix of guaranteed warmth, lower prices and a touch more exoticism than familiar destinations in the Med.

‘It’s happening across the board,’ says Richard Cope, senior travel analyst at Mintel. ‘The euro is a big factor - people were sheltered this summer by brochure prices which were fixed at the beginning of the year, but prices will rise for 2009, meaning people will look increasingly at countries outside the eurozone. And the new Easyjet routes into Morocco have also made it more accessible. People are competitive about their holidays, and [may feel] there is something a bit old-hat about the Med.’

Mainstream operators are reacting to the growing demand by developing their mid-haul programmes; Kuoni now has stand-alone Arabia & North Africa and Dubai brochures. ‘The mid-haul market is faring well,’ says Anne-Marie Hansen of Kuoni. Morocco is a new entry into the Kuoni Top 20 destinations chart ousting previously established destinations such as Jamaica and Mexico.

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