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Croatia: Owner’s Manual 2007

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Croatia—A Guided Tour

Let me give you some clues about what you’ll find inside International Living’s newest publication, Croatia: The Owner’s Manual.

Discover The “Mother Of Venice”

The central focus of tourism and investment in Croatia is Dubrovnik. Our team gives you a great overview of why the country’s southernmost major town gets the attention. Dubrovnik is often called “The Venice of the Adriatic Sea,” but it’s actually more ancient than its rival; Dubrovnik hasn’t suffered from stampedes of tourists and development so its glories remain pristine. Maybe Venice should be called the “Dubrovnik of Italy?”

The Croatian poet Jure Kastelan perfectly described Dubrovnik as the “city of stone and light.” Historic stone walls encircle an exquisite medieval city of palaces, cafés, museums, churches, splashing fountains, and marble streets.

It’s the centerpiece of the Dubrovnik Riviera. You’ll think of Italy as you enter the city washed in soft sunlight with cypress-lined streets. Arriving from the airport you see the Dinaric Alps behind you and bright bougainvillea tumbling down steep cliffs to the glittering Adriatic Sea.

Vehicles are banned from the medieval core, mopeds and scooters included. There’s none of that annoying put-put-put noise to compete with the clanging bells or strains of classical concertos spilling out of wooden church doors. It’s refreshing to sit at outdoor cafés without breathing car fumes or worrying about risking life and limb whenever you step off a sidewalk.

Arguably the most picturesque medieval walled city in Europe, it boasts a Franciscan monastery with Europe’s oldest pharmacy (still working), a 12th-century cathedral; an arsenal built in the 13th century and a 16th-century corn depot house that looks like a fortress. But the greatest fascination is simply its active medieval street life, full of cafés and restaurants and friendly inhabitants who are proud of their city and its heritage.

After heavy shelling during the Balkan conflict, this pearly city of marble sidewalks, palaces, bell-towers, and green-shuttered houses has been meticulously restored to its former glory.

Dubrovnik isn’t dirt-cheap, but it’s by no means expensive either. Compared with Western Europe…or the States…it’s great value. Croatia: The Owner’s Manual reveals the best deals there. This city has everything the tourist could hope for—history, architecture, coastline, and those remarkable city walls. And the Mediterranean climate guarantees lush vegetation all year long.

But for better value, it pays to look beyond Dubrovnik. In the villages that lie nearby you’ll come across plenty of coastal building plots and properties that are offered at much more reasonable prices.

An Oasis Of Tranquility

For example, just eight miles away, you’ll find Plat. Hidden between the resorts of Cavtat and Mlini, Plat is a tiny oasis of tranquility. Pine and cypress trees line its lovely beaches and its enchanting bay. The place is ideal for those who want to escape the rush of daily life, yet still enjoy easy access to amenities. And property prices are a bargain. It’s even possible to find a 5,460-square-foot building plot with roads, utilities, and a great sea view for just $80,000.

Palatial Living!

We at International Living can’t claim to have been the first to recommend the Dalmatian Coast as a retirement destination. That distinction goes to the Roman Emperor Diocletian (245 to 316 AD), the only Roman emperor to retire. He chose to spend his golden years in his palace in Split, where he remained until his death in 316.

The Diocletian Palace (declared a UNESCO World Heritage site in 1979) remains at the heart of the second-largest city in Croatia. Walk from the palm-lined promenade overlooking the harbor (the Riva) through the palace’s cellars, today housing handicraft shops, and then on into the palace complex itself, which sprawls over 7 acres.

Diocletian took quality of life and retirement seriously. He spared no expense, building his palace using the white stone from the nearby island of Brac (also used to build the White House) and importing marble from Italy and Greece for the squares and columns and even a sphinx from Egypt.

It’s possible to buy properties within the Diocletian Palace, but a big concern about ancient properties is title: make sure it’s watertight. As a result of the war and years of emigration and subdividing, title can be a serious problem. You don’t want to be later ousted by the relative of a long-gone emigrant. If property seems suspiciously inexpensive, beware.

Almost Palatial Living

Right now you could buy a 915-square-foot apartment in the center of Split’s Old Town with a spectacular view into the heart of the social and cultural life of the Diocletian Palace. This third-floor apartment has two double bedrooms, two bathrooms, living room, kitchen, and dining room. It has recently been renovated with new electrical fixtures, tiles, and floors. The apartment is for sale for $278,300.

One Of The World’s 10 Most Beautiful Islands

A low-lying island, Hvar was listed by Condé Nast as being one of the world’s top 10 most beautiful islands. Surrounded by sapphire blue seas, this is another idyll of hidden coves, dense woodlands, and a clutch of quaint towns and villages. A fantastic, newly-built apartment in Stari Grad on Hvar Island is for sale for $175,850. The ground floor apartment is just 330 feet from the sea, and a two-minute walk from Stari Grad’s Old Town. The sea views from the balcony are exceptional.

Build In Marco Polo’s Birthplace

  Korcula Island is poised to go big-time. You’ll learn why inside Croatia: The Owner’s Manual. On Korcula Island, which locals claim as Marco Polo’s birthplace, you can still buy apartments in need of renovation for $224 a square foot. Expect prices here to double over two to three years, and triple over the next five years.

There’s so much more inside the report. It’s not just what to buy, it’s also what to avoid. In Europe there’s a lot of hype about super-cheap properties—villas for $66,000 and sea view lots for next to nothing. Forget about all that. The Croatians are smart. They aren’t giving away their heritage for a song. But they are willing to sell for a fair price. And what’s considered fair in Croatia is a real value for Europeans and North Americans, too. That’s why the best properties are moving so quickly.

We’ve collected all the research, including an in-depth, first-hand report of an IL reader who has already taken the plunge, buying a charming property in Croatia, and included it in Croatia: The Owner’s Manual.

International Living’s Owner’s Manuals are unlike any other publication you can own. It’s not a tourist guide, it’s a complete manual for those who want to live or invest in one of IL’s chosen locations. We don’t publish Owner’s Manuals for every country in the world. Owner’s Manuals are only produced for destinations that deserve this special level of attention and research. We’re proud to have Croatia on this exclusive list.

IL takes pride in getting to undiscovered paradises around the globe before the masses. We like to think of ourselves as trendsetters identifying markets before property prices rise to unaffordable heights…and developers rush in…the tourists right behind them. You still have time to take advantage of a remarkable opportunity that is certain not to last much longer.

Get your hands on this valuable one-of-kind publication immediately. Inside you will find the most complete information currently available on this remarkable opportunity.

You’ll discover the answers to your most important questions…

* Where can you find bargains that will appreciate quickly?
* Ten things you must know before you buy in Croatia
* Should you buy property in your own name?
* Should you buy using the Croatian incorporation method?
* What is the most tax efficient way to buy and sell real estate in this country?
* Where can you find trustworthy real estate agents?
* How do you deal with taxes?
* The most important thing to watch out for when investing in real estate in this country?
* What to expect in costs, fees, and commissions
* Where can you find the (English-speaking) contacts that you’ll need?
* What are the advantages of building your new home?
* How to avoid capital gains taxes when you want to sell

But that’s just the beginning of what you’ll learn in this eye-opening report.

You’ll learn about…

* The most beautiful destinations in Croatia
* Where to find Croatia’s sportsman’s paradise
* Comparing the cost of living
* Tips on where to dine
* Guidelines for rental prices
* Recommendations for hotels and alternatives for your visit
* The surprising history of Croatia’s enchanted islands
* Affordable cosmetic surgery in Croatia
* Cultural insights explaining Croatia’s uniqueness
* Gorgeous off-the-beaten-path Coastal jewels
* What is the story on tax-free yachting?
* Which Croatian websites are most useful
* How improvements being made to infrastructure will help your investment returns
And you’ll gain insights into the places that IL has found to represent the best opportunities to “buy low” while there is still time.

Think Outside The Box

Croatia offers the best opportunities for Mediterranean-style living at a reasonable price…with nearly inevitable gains in property value in the next few years.

Everything about Croatia is headed in the right direction now. We believe in as little as five years this stretch of coast will be well on the way to becoming one of the most exclusive in all of Europe. But right now you have a chance to get in at bargain basement prices. And right now, believe me, is the time to get in…

Prices are not going to be so reasonable for long. Of course, your friends may think that you’ve gone crazy if you tell them about this. But, if you get in now, a few years from now they will be thinking that you were a genius. The Europeans have already figured this out…and North American investors soon will.

It will be hard to go wrong in Croatia.

As I’ve said before, coastal and sea-view property prices have started to climb again. They will return to pre-war prices soon. But, generally speaking, prices today are still about 50% below 1990 prices.

Whether you are thinking about visiting, relocating, or investing…now is the time to act.

I can’t go into all the reasons Croatia makes sense now in a brief letter. I’ll just mention that the infrastructure of Croatia is improving quickly. New roads, airports, and upgraded utilities are under construction now and more improvements are on the way. For greater detail, you need to get your hands on Croatia: The Owner’s Manual immediately.

Because of the fast changing market in Croatia–with prices already on the way up–we decided to invest heavily in determining if Croatia was the “real deal.” We sent Steenie Harvey to this gorgeous country and asked her to prepare this report for you.

The Time To Consider Croatia Is NOW!

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