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Sylvaine Pilault of Ventana Del Pacifico Interview 3 of 3
March 21, 2008 05:11 PM PDT

Sylvaine Pilault of Ventana Del Pacifico Interview 1 of 3
Release:Ventana Del Pacifico Costa Rica Co Founder Sylvaine Pilault in an exclusive interview 3 of 3.

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Description: Ventana Del Pacifico Costa Rica Co Founder Sylvaine Pilault in an exclusive internview 3 of 3. (ventanna) ventanas, Ed Mercer, Costa Rica. Dominical, Ojochal, developer, enviornment, permits, fines, Garza island, environmentalist, ARCHP8

Sylvaine Pilault of Ventana Del Pacifico Interview 2 of 3
March 21, 2008 04:05 PM PDT

Sylvaine Pilault of Ventana Del Pacifico Interview 2 of 3
Release:Ventana Del Pacifico Costa Rica Co Founder Sylvaine Pilault in an exclusive interview 2 of 3.

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Description: Ventana Del Pacifico Costa Rica Co Founder Sylvaine Pilault in an exclusive internview 2 of 3. (ventanna) ventanas, Ed Mercer, Costa Rica. Dominical, Ojochal, developer, enviornment, permits, fines, Garza island, environmentalist, ARCHP7

Ventana Del Pacifico Costa Rica Co Founder Sylvaine Pilault in an exclusive interview 1 of 3.
March 21, 2008 02:20 PM PDT

Sylvaine Pilault of Ventana Del Pacifico Interview 1 of 3
Release:Ventana Del Pacifico Costa Rica Co Founder Sylvaine Pilault in an exclusive interview 1 of 3.

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Description: Ventana Del Pacifico Costa Rica Co Founder Sylvaine Pilault in an exclusive internview 1 of 3. (ventanna) ventanas, Ed Mercer, Costa Rica. Dominical, Ojochal, developer, enviornment, permits, fines, Garza island, environmentalist, ARCHP7

Press Release: Ed Mercer of Ventana Del Pacifico recently met with Costa Rica President Oscar Arias
March 13, 2008 10:33 PM PDT
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Ed Mercer of Ventana Del Pacifico recently met with Costa Rica President Oscar Arias regarding the Alliance for a New Humanity project.

Oscar Arias is a Nobel Peace Prize winner and the alliance is his passion. Its composed of "people from all regions of the world and all walks of life who are joined - united by a common vision; to strengthen and sustain an actively compassionate humanity. Their movement is open to anyone who believes that creating a better world is possible – a world where all beings are valued equally, where the Earth is revered and protected and where the awesome potential of humanity can unite to bring about true peace and harmony. "

This is completely in line with Ed's passion for the betterment of humanity and the protection of the environment. As Deepak Chopra has said recently, the environment is an extension of our bodies.

Ed's main project, Ventana Del Pacifico in Ojochal is a 20 year old, debt free company and has the largest developments in southern Costa Rica, all of which are built to the strictest of environmental standards.

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Exclusive Interview with Ventana Del Paicifico co founder Ed Mercer
March 06, 2008 09:52 AM PST

Exclusive Ed Mercer Interview- Ventana Del Pacifico's Co-Founder and Owner

This interview was done after the 8th annual Christmas party Ventna Del Pacifico throws for local residents and their hard working employees. Ed Mercer dresses as Santa Clause every year and they give presents to
hundreds of children.

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Friends of Ventana Del Pacifico - Ventana Del Pacifico.Biz
February 13, 2008 11:52 PM PST

A new site just appeared that says it was put up by "Friends of Ventana Del Pacifico" who want to sound off and be heard.

The website is www.VentanaDelPacifico.Biz

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News: La Nacion: Medical tourism implosion receives international certification
February 07, 2008 12:16 PM PST


** Computer Tranlation: Spanish to English***
Medical Tourism implosion receives international certification


 


An international accreditation to the quality of medicine offered by the Hospital Clinic Biblical strengthen the country as a destination for the so-called medical tourism, say officials of this centre ..


This type of tourism is that the supply of private
hospitals offer here, primarily, to Americans who do not have social insurance and are unable to cope with the costs of care in their country.


Of the 15,000 hits per month which handles the Hospital Clinic Biblical, 25% were outsiders.
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addition, per month, 25 surgeries are performed to foreign patients. 
Certification to the Biblical Clinic issued on 14 January, the Joint
Commission International Accreditation,
American non-governmental entity charged with overseeing the services of hospitals in that country.


 


With the paper validates the quality of services offered here with the Americans, so the Clinic Biblical expected an increase in international demand for its services.


"According to
calculations (accrediting body), after which a country gets the recognition,
there is a hike of 20% in the order of their services," said Bernal Aragon,
general manager of the Hospital.


 


The most frequent requests of patients are to meet foreign operations and hernia surgery of the hip and knee.   The intent of the Hospital Clinic Bible is that this certification will establish more partnerships with insurance companies throughout the United States. It currently has two agreements signed.


 


"These are two big companies and one of them is a contract of exclusivity.  Integrates with four hospitals in the world, "said Jorge Cortes, medical director of the Bible.  

Outside the United States, only 136 are accredited hospitals. Biblical Clinic is the first private centre in Costa Rica so.   The private centre has
allocated $ 200,000 for certified; also invested in equipment and research, she said.

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New Airport Set to Open the Osa.
February 03, 2008 05:49 PM PST

Costa Rica Wire: FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:
Market News
Government Announces Third International Airport. Set to Open the Osa.
By, “The Tico Reviewer”
” Costa Rica’s Third International Airport to Deliver “Accessibility”.

The Southern Zone of Costa Rica from Manuel Antonio park to Dominical, Uvita, Drake Bay and Gulfito consists of soaring, rain forest covered mountains, cascading down to pristine beaches. Tucans, Scarlet McCaws, Sea turtles, white faced monkeys and some very happy real estate investors call this place home (or their home away from home).

Many say, this is the most beautiful area the country has to offer and the government seems to agree. The buzz word is “Eco Tourism”. People from around the world who want to see the area known to be the most bio diverse place on the planet. The government wants this area to be far more accessible than it is; which they believe will open wide the swelling gates of eco tourism and bring still more dollars and appreciation to the local economy.


Existing Region Airport

Tico Times Feature
For nearly three years the Costa Rican government has been saying they wanted to build a third international airport somewhere in the county and for three years, they have been looking at the southern zone.
In 2007 they stopped looking and they made a decision. The Palmar Sur / Sierpe valley was the spot. More than that, according to Vivian Martin, Costa Rica’s President of the Counsel on Technical Civil Aviation they said they want this international airport opened and operational by 2010.

However, for those happy real estate investors and developers in the area, the story gets better. It has now been said that this airport, will eventually have the longest runway in the country capable of accommodating even the world's largest passenger plane from Europe, the Airbus A-380. a feat even the main San Jose airport can not do as there is no room to extend the runways.

Ed Mercer and Sylvaine Pilault, founders of 20 year old Ventana Del Pacifico, (www.CostaRicasBestProperty.Com) the largest builder and developer in the southern region, had the following to say “We couldn’t be more thrilled to hear of the government’s plans for the airport. They’ve been talking about it for quite some time but to see them now moving forward is exciting to everyone here and is certainly a big thing for property appreciation and tourism.”

Ed and Sylvaine are certainly not only ones in the area enthusiastic about growth and the emergence of a major increase in access to the region. As the government is said to allow only development that is done in an environmentally friendly manner to preserve the environment and promote ecotourism, it seems everyone is enthusiastic.

Market News. The Tico Reviewer.

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Whats Being Said: Release: Big Things in Little Places
February 03, 2008 07:50 AM PST

Whats being Said about the Best Property in Costa Rica

For_Immediate_Release:
Costa Rica, Republic of (Press Release) November 19, 2007 -- Ojochal, Costa Rica, November 1, 2007

As one of the largest private developers in Costa Rica, Ventana Del Pacifico has been ahead of the curve in the latest Green movement. Isla Garza, one of the smaller islands of Costa Rica, has quietly been a sanctuary for the diminishing population of Scarlet Macaws for many years now. Considered the most widely identifiable bird on the planet, the Scarlet Macaw is know for its brightly colored feathers and distinctly shaped head. Once known to be the most sought after bird by poachers in the country. Now Ilsa Garza is a refuge to hundreds of Scarlet Macaws and has become a new, safe haven for this colorfully spectacular bird.

How does a person create a sanctuary on an island without the use of cages, nets or screens? It’s relatively simple, plant 500 almond trees, the Macaws food of choice, and they will naturally come. The ultra fertile soil found in this region of the Osa Pennisula of Costa Rica makes upkeep a dream. The trees naturally grow and re-seed themselves thus providing an ongoing food supply. How might something like this transpire? What is so big about these wonderful birds? Ask Ed Mercer and Sylvaine Pilault, 18 year residents of Costa Rica and founders of Ventana del Pacifico. After watching people take advantage of the animals and the excessive poaching that went on, they asked the government for control of the island. After which, they cleaned it up, planted food sources and posted 24/7 guards to protect its shores and populace.

Also to its credit, Ilsa Garza provides a home for Howler Monkeys and a protected spawning ground for Leatherback Sea-Turtles and its famous eggs that were harvested as an aphrodisiac.

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Press Release: Ojochal’s newest restaurant, Citrus, opens to great reviews.
February 02, 2008 08:07 PM PST
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Costa Rica Wire: FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:

Market News
Ojochal opens another Hit of a Restaurant.
By, “The Tico Reviewer”
Ojochal’s newest restaurant, Citrus, opens to great reviews.

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Ojochal has long been known as sitting in the middle of what is perhaps the most beautiful real estate in Costa Rica, the Southern zone, where scarlet Mac Caws, Tucans and White faced monkeys are seen in the lush, rain forest covered mountains stretching to the sea. However, Ojochal is also known to have some of the country’s most exquisite cuisine.

“Where is Ojochal and why would it be known for its cuisine?”, you might ask. First of all Ojochal is about 25 miles south of Dominical and Uvita and about 25 miles north of Palmar Sur and Sierripe where the new international airport is slated to arrive in 2010.

The reason why the cuisine is so rich? In one word its “expats”. Yes that’s right ex patriots, regular people from other countries who also saw the beauty of this wondrous area have moved here from around the globe and with them, they have brought a dinning selection is both rich and diverse. This beautiful area now boasts French Eclectic, Bavarian, Swiss and, even gourmet pizza in addition to amazing local Costa Rican fish and seafood restaurants, and now, a new jewel has just opened that should not only continue this tradition of excellent dining but promises to raise the bar.

Citrus has arrived on the scene. A wonderful restaurant with wonderful ambiance and food that, you guessed it; is wonderful. In fact it’s beyond wonderful, it’s truly amazing and it will certainly add significantly to the first rate selection in the area.

Citrus is a Hit

The cuisine is “Mediterranean Fusion” and it is owned by Sylvain and Marcella Fillion, who are originally from Paris and have lived in the Osa region for 11 years. They were originally co founders of another area favorite, Exotica, serving wonderful French eclectic food. Citrus seats about 100 people comfortably in a upscale indoor / outdoor atmosphere surrounded by the beauty of the area.

Marcel Van Wiligen who is a resident of Ochocal, a Citrus dinner and an expat himself and also happens to work for the largest builder and developer in the area, Ventana Del Pacifico, (www.CostaRicasBestProperty.Com) , had the following to say about Citrus. “The food is wonderful here and so is the atmosphere. We’re so fortunate to have the best, most beautiful real estate in Costa Rica as well as truly amazing food. It’s a little paradise here”.

Marcel is certainly not the only one that feels that way. The service was excellent. The atmosphere is artistic, edgy, modern and just plain cool. The appetizers, and entrees such jumbo shrimp in the Citrus secret sauce are to die for and their deserts and even their cappuccino are outstanding. Did we mention they have a full service, premium bar as well? This place has it all; it’s a hit and it looks like it will be that way for a long time to come.

For whatever reason you’re in the area, be it buying investment property from Ventanna del Pacifico, surfing in Dominical, renting in Uvita or just on your way to Drake Bay, Gulfito or the Osa peninsula, Citrus is a must to add to your trip. Yes, its that good.

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Press about Citrus

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Meet Oscar Arias Sánchez, Costa Rica’s President
February 01, 2008 04:21 PM PST
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Article: Meet Oscar Arias Sánchez, Costa Rica’s President
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Oscar Arias Sánchez is Costa Rica’s President

You may be saying to yourself now “OK, and why is that important?”

The reason it is important is because the leader of a country can demonstrate the climate of the country and its values. We think in the case of Oscar Arias Sanchez, it certainly does.

Costa Rica is a peaceful country, a stable Democracy. Perhaps a view of its leader may shed even more insight.

The Following is a summary found on Deepak Chopra’s website. Deepak is a close friend of Oscar Arias.

“Óscar Arias Sánchez is the current President of Costa Rica and the first Nobel Laureate to be elected a nation’s president after winning the award. In 1987 he was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize for his efforts to end the civil wars then raging in several Central American countries. He served as President from 1986 to 1990, and was elected for a second term in a close election in 2006. He is also a recipient of the Albert Schweitzer Prize for Humanitarianism and a trustee of the Economists for Peace and Security. In 2003, he was elected to the Board of Directors of the International Criminal Court’s Trust Fund for Victims. “

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Everyone Agrees! Costa Ricas is Exploding!
September 24, 2007 05:47 PM PDT

This is the Costa Rica News Podcast so lets start with whats in the news already. This what what people have said about this, the most beautiful country on the planet.

"Retire like a king..."
- ABC 20/20 NEWS

"Affordable ocean views..."
- International Tourism Board

"Trump invests in Central America..."
- D.J. TRUMPH Org.

"Paradise found....in Costa Rica"
- CNBC TV
"Costa Rica is head and Shoulders
above the rest for potential.."
- C.I.A World Fact Book

"More Americans are retiring to Costa
Rica now then South Florida..."
- CNBC Report

"Costa Rica has stability both economically
and politically.."
- C.I.A World Fact Book

"Today's prices in Costa Rica are like California coast of 30 years ago"
- RE/MAX

"Marriott's Los Svenos Resort in Costa Rica pre-sold at $250K now sell at $850K plus...."
-Marriot

"Costa rica healthcare in top 20 world wide..."
- United Nations Report

"Despite of recent attention, prices still cheap in Costa Rica up to 75% less than U.S. comparables..."
- Wellington Asset Mgmt.

"Values will continue to rise.."
- The Financial Advisor

" Costa Rica is a safe country to operate because of the highly qualified manpower, bilingual and educated population and the political and economical stability".
- Juan Carlos Perdomo, Corporate Regional Director Central America MOTOROLA

"The quality of education we found in Costa Rica is impressive. We have confirmed that the talent and training of the people is one of the best we have seen worldwide".
- Alfonso Cos, Vice President for GBS North America PROCTER & GAMBLE

"From our perspective Costa Rica is the best option for investment because of its quality people, affordable cost, high productivity, superior education, strategic geographic location and political stability".
- Flora Solera, General Manager SYKES
"Cut your cost of living by 20% in Costa Rica.."
- Consumer Services Invt.'s

"$50,000 today....One Million in ten years, only in Costa Rica"
- Building Wealth Magazine

"Costa Rica investments earning 30% or better on Pre-Construction in Costa Rica.."
- Mutual Fund Alternative

"Economic freedom, attractive taxation, major international companies, favorable Government attitude for foreign investors, excellent living standards, Costa Rica has it all"
- Fortune Magazine

"Real Estate Prices will rise 400% in next 3 years
in Guanacaste Area of Costa Rica....."
- RE/MAX REALTY

"U.S. R.E.I.T.'s are increasing foriegn
investments in Costa Rica.."
- Price Waterhouse

"Costa Rica offers retiree's government incentives to
foriegnors who invest..."
- Conservative Wealth Management

"Costa Rica is the market to focus on for
investment for 2007..."
- Market Watch

"Now is the time to buy 2nd home in Costa Rica..."
- International Travler Magazine

"Costa Rica quality of life up 38% in '06..."
- International Living Study
"The next big land boom.."
- Miami Herald

"Costa Rica.....where baby boomers are buying.."
- Wallstreet Journal

"Costa Rica has it all...."
- Quality of Life Newsletter

"Intel, Microsoft, HP, Cisco Systems all expanding operations in Costa Rica..."
- U.S. Business Report

"Americans buying up Costa Rica in record numbers..."
- U.S. National Association of Realtors

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