With coconut palms and white-sand beaches, vibrant cities and tranquil coves, the Caribbean Islands are a mix of islands offering endless possibilities for the ultimate tropical escape.

Whether you want to dive among shipwrecks, stretch out on dry land or cast away with a glass of rum, these island paradises offer your Caribbean dream.
From Barbados "the little England of the Caribbean", to St Lucia, "the green Island", which is one of the Caribbean's fashionable package-tour destinations, Caribbean tourism offers diversity and meets all your needs. Accommodation ranges through hotel rooms, villas and guest houses with restaurants and bars to match. The investment opportunity offered in the Caribbean is as attractive as the Islands themselves, all offering fantastic returns on rentals and capital growth.

KEY FACTS

• Excellent infrastructure
• Year-round resorts
• World famous beaches
• All year round Sun
• World wide tourism markets
• High standards of living
• Diverse cultures with expatriate communities

RENTAL RETURNS AND TOURISM

The Caribbean Islands enjoyed an 89% occupancy rate during 2006 with the highest coming in the high quality resorts of Barbados and St Lucia. An example 1 bedroom Villa will let for £100 per night, taking into account a 50% split on a room rate share program (with the an actingmanagement agency or tour operator), will result in a net yield of £16,242.

CAPITAL APPRECIATION AND THE PROPERTY MARKET

Even in an established Tourism market, with the continuing growth, established re-sale market, and limited supply of property investors can expect an appreciation of around 10% per
annum.