A Home Away from Home Feeling

2 3 Green Coast Resort Undiscovered Relax in the Mediterranean Green Coast Resort is located in Palasa Beach, the most breathtaking landscape of Albanian Riviera, where the Gem of Mediterranean Mediterranean Sea has smoothed the mountain eagerness, creating a white sand beach between the turquoise of the sea and the greenery of the land. Boasting an absolute stunning seaview location, Green Coat Resort is the perfect choice of your second home.

Where Beach, Nature and History combine Legends say that Palasa was created when “Vetëtima” (Lightning) mountain range met with the Mediterranean Sea. They created the most magical and rarest place in Southern Coast of Albania. Palaesta, the ancient name of Palasa, where Caesar triumphed over Pompey, a heritage of ancient cities and civilizations continue to astonish its visitors. Different hues of turquoise, blue and green, smells of sea, olives, citrus and herbs, white sand beach and a picturesque sunset make Palasa a unique location to live in.

Inspired from tradition Green Coast Resort is inspired by the buildings of the region, two floor houses blended harmoniously into the green with a seaside view. The construction will use mostly the same local materials that have been used in centuries such as stone, wood, traditional tiling and white plaster.

Stylized Villas Spacious and stylized villas offer exceptional views from the hillside location among trees and flowers. With four varieties of villas, Green Coast Resort offers all the possibilities to find your suited space. The entire configuration of villas easily accesses the facilities of the resort.

4 5 Location ITALY Green Coast - a brand new resort in Balkans - is strategically built in Palasa, one of the best locations in Albanian Riviera. SERBIA Palasa is one of the most picturesque places, with a breathtaking Ionian sea view, located between Vlora and KOSOVO Saranda, very near to Dhërmi and Himara and easily MONTENEGRO accessed from Corfu through the ports in these cities. It is also near the ancient city of Butrint and other villages with MACEDONIA exquisite natural beauty, vivid history and where traditional ALBANIA crafts are still practiced.

Albania has been identified and increasingly evaluated GREECE as an up and coming world-class destination for foreign tourists. A warm climate and 300 sunny days annually offer the opportunity to enjoy the sea tourism, mountain tourism, cultural and historic tourism, the agriculture and the gastronomy. Being near Italy, Montenegro, Greece, and Croatia, having rich natural resources and a welcoming nature and being also a low-cost destination, Albania is becoming the favorite Mediterranean destination. “Albania is full of magical places: Gjirokaster City, the Accessible via direct flights to Tirana International Airport Blue Eye, Lake Skadar, Ksamil, Butrinti, and more””. and then by regular domestic services from Tirana to Green Bridge Side, 2018 Coast Resort. The ports of Vlora, Saranda and Himara offer another possibility to reach the resort by sea. The depth of “Albania’s star has been rising, with more travellers each year wanting to explore its treasures, such as the sea permits yachts to get near the beach. Accursed Mountains of the north, and wild beautiful white beaches of the south”. The Guardian, 2018

“The beaches are beautiful, the villages quaint – look towards the medieval town of Kruja, Apollonia’s ruins and Berat, the Unesco World Heritage site famous(ish) for Byzantine churches and Ottoman architecture”. The Irish Times, 2018

6 7 Experience Nature

Green Coast Resort is located on Palasa valley, a natural extension of “Vetëtima” mountain and a product of erosion and delta formations of many mountainous springs. Upper North is the National Park of Llogara, famous for its unique pines and wild life, standing proudly at an altitude of 2,000 m over the sea. The delta is vegetative and spills in two beach apertures and limestone extensions that smooths into the sea. Beaches are beautiful and conventional with white mid thick sands mixed within small calcareous stones.

Under the sea, a wide range of marine species inhabit the complex branched torrents and streams. Karaburun Peninsula is one of the best preserved parks not only in Albania but also in the Mediterranean. Serving as a military base during communism, this area was safeguarded from human activity. There you can find a lot of natural caves which can be reached and explored only by boat. Experience diving in the natural marine park and you will leave with unforgettable memories. While on shore, Karaburun peninsula offers vast opportunities for hiking in the middle of the nature and enjoying the alluring view of the Adriatic and Ionian Sea.

The subject study area is characterized from a subtropical climate under the influence of Mediterranean nature. Average air humidity reaches up to 70%. Lowest temperatures reach 12° C registered in January and highest 32° C, recorded during July-August. Warm summers with favorable temperatures for 6-month beach season characterize it, while it is possible to have 14-hour beach days during the 3 summer months. The main vegetation of the area is the olive and citron culture. 8 9 Experience History and Culture

Palasa is one of the most interesting regions with respect to the historical and cultural perspective. From antiquity, a time when the Illyrian tribes of Chaonians and Labeats ruled this region until the Roman Empire occupied all the Illyrian tribes, to the actual days, the entire area of the Albanian Riviera is full of history, cultural and historical monuments.

During the Roman Empire Civil War, Caesar with his army debarked on Palasa Beach, exactly where the Green Coast Resort is today. This is also the time when Palasa was mentioned for the first time in history.

Himara used to be the most important inhabited area with its castle of more than 3,500 year old, and it played a key role during the Roman, Byzantine and Ottoman Empire as a commercial and military center.

During the centuries, many cultural monuments have enriched the legacy of this area and the visitors can find castles, churches, monasteries, old typical houses that create some of the most unique villages of the Mediterranean, old stone mills, natural caves used as harbors from the pirates, etc. The most known ancient city of the region is Butrint, now a part of the UNESCO world heritage list.

10 11 Experience Outdoor Activities

The positioning of Green Coast Resort itself offers a large variety of activities. Outdoor activities include sailing, swimming, canoing, fishing, mountain biking, parachuting, diving, excursions, marine tours, diving, para-gliding, and exploring the seaside caves of Karaburun by boat. Indoor activities vary from water sports to basketball, beach volley, meditation, etc.

Enrich your experience as you take part in some of the region’s most traditional activities and unique cultural experiences such as the process of collecting and making olive oil, homemade wine and/or raki from grapes, learning about the history of three Empires, and exploring the archaeological remains of this region.

12 13 Green Coast Resort extends on more than 20 hectares of land, offering a selection of properties that combines the elegance of architecture with the precious values of nature, history and culture. A variety of premium, stylish and spacious villas with garden and apartments overlooking the sea, a 5-stars hotel, integrated service, entertainment facilities, and a promenade along the seashore will exceed the residents and visitors expectations.

Green Coast Resort 19 Elite Villas 66 Individual Villas 69 Twin Villas 188 Apartments The view from Green Coast Resort is one of the most spectacular of the Ionian Sea. All the villas are tucked into is an Experience and a the lush vegetation around the resort, and boast an outstanding sea view. The window of each villa opens to one of the most breathtaking views of the Mediterranean Sea surrounded from the white beach and green gardens. The resort creates a micro-climate of its own, bringing together the best of the Mediterranean flora, with citrus, Privilege olives, oaks, etc., with the fresh air of “Vetëtima” mountain and the Ionian Sea.

The architecture of Green Coast Resort is inspired from the old houses of Palasa. The resort features groups of low-rise residences built using native stone, wood and traditional tiles, inspired by the traditional rural homes of this area which lie in perfect harmony with the long sandy beach and pristine hillside setting.

14 15 The Elite Deluxe Villa 518 m2

Ground Floor 1 bedroom, 2 toilets, 1 storage/laundry room, Kitchen, Dining/living room, Veranda First Floor 3 bedrooms, Studio/home office, Balcony, Veranda

Elite Villas The Elite Villa 378m2 The Elite villas are positioned in the second line of the resort, very close to the sea. This type of villa features The Elite Deluxe Villas are positioned in the first line of the resort, large indoor areas, as well as exterior space sufficient to create an entertaining family environment with games just a few meters away from the beach. These are the villas with for children, small resting and reading angles, barbecue, etc. The villa’s project includes the swimming pool the largest residential and parcel area that offer a wonderful view and parking places. of the sea. The villa’s project includes also a swimming pool and usable land surface that can be used as garden, small playgrounds Ground Floor 1 storage/laundry room, 1 toilet, Kitchen, Dining/living room with view on the sea, Veranda for children, barbecue, etc., as well as parking area. First Floor 3 bedrooms, 2 toilets, Balcony, Veranda 16 17 Deluxe Elite Villas ground floor. Deluxe Elite Villas 1st floor. Elite Villas 2, ground floor. Elite Villas 2, 1st floor.

18 19 Individual Villa 177 m2 Ground floor 1 toilet, 1 storage/laundry room, Kitchen, Dining/living room with view on the sea First floor 3 bedrooms, 1 toilet, Balcony

The Small Individual Villa 140 m2 Individual Villas The Small Individual Villas are positioned in the second and third line of the resort. Like the Individual Villas, the villas’ project was inspired by the style of elegant oceanfront houses, which provide privacy and commodity to The Individual villas are positioned in the first lines of the resort. their residents. The villas have large land surfaces, sufficient to set up playgrounds for the children, barbecue, The villas’ project was inspired by the style of elegant oceanfront etc. The project also includes the parking places. houses, which provide privacy and commodity to their residents. The villas have large areas of land, sufficient to set up playgrounds Ground floor 1 toilet, 1 storage/laundry room, Kitchen, Dining and living room, Veranda for the children and they also have enough space to build a First Floor 2 bedrooms, 1 toilet, Balcony. private pool. The project also includes the parking places. 20 21 Individual villas ground floor. Individual villa 1st floor. The Small Individual Villa ground floor. The Small Individual Villa ground floor.

22 23 Big Twin 162m2 Twin Villas Ground floor Kitchen, 1 toilet, Dining and living room, Veranda First Floor 2 bedrooms, 1 toilet, Balcony These villas are positioned at the center of the resort, at various lines of the construction. They have a wonderful view of both the Small Twin 149m2 sea and the mountain and are an interesting choice to maximize Ground floor Kitchen, 1 toilet, Dining and living room, Veranda the surface and to keep the privacy. First Floor 2 bedrooms, 1 toilet, Balcony 24 25 Twin Villa ground floor. Twin Villa first floor. Twin Villa ground floor. Twin Villa first floor.

26 27 Apartment 1, ground floor 97m2 2 bedrooms, open kitchen, living room, toilet, veranda.

Apartment 2, ground floor 74 m2 Apartments 1 bedroom, open kitchen, living room, toilet, veranda The apartments of Green Coast are built in the unique style of Apartment 3, first floor, 111m2 villas with modern architecture, private garden, with view on the 2 bed rooms, living room, open kitchen, toilet, balcony sea, guaranteeing full privacy and maximum tranquility. They are positioned in several lines of the construction, giving you the Apartment 4, first floor, 83m2 option to select as you wish. 2 bedrooms, open kitchen, living room, toilet, balcony. 28 29 Apartment villas ground floor Apartment villas first floor

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30 31 Services and Facilities Health Center and Drugstore Dining In case first aid is needed, the resort will include a fully equipped health center providing a 24/7 h service. The Restaurant located above the main swimming pool and overlooking the Mediterranean Sea, is The drugstore will provide all the necessary medications. Both such services will be open also to the rest open for dinner. The menu features a mix of Western and Albanian cuisine. Adjacent to the Restaurant of the region, since both health care services and drugstores can be found only in Himara. is the Bar, with a view of the sea too. The Terrace is open for breakfast and lunch, and serves Albanian and Western cuisine. Infrastructure From the Airport, or the capital Tirana you can reach the resort at the easiest convenience by taking the Tirana – Vlora highway. From Vlora to Palasa, where the Albanian Riviera starts you can admire the scenic Beach Club view of Adriatic & Ionian sea, through the Llogara mountain, 2050 meters above the sea, enjoying the The Beach Club offers a variety of cocktails, alcoholic and nonalcoholic drinks and is located at the scent of the pines, towards the blue sea of palace. base of the cliff, just a five minutes’ walk below the main resort. Guests can either walk to the Beach Club or drive to it. Set within a grove of coconut palms and partially shaded by a Frangipani tree, it is Other facilities the best choice to refresh during scorching days and the best option for parties lasting 24 hours. We want you to relax and enjoy your stay by the beach. The resort shall offer butler and maintenance service to the villa`s residents and provide relevant services in order to make your stay more pleasant. Supermarket With this service we are offering dedicated services in which 1 butler will cater for 15 households in The resort is designed to offer its’ residents and guests everything in their vicinity. The supermarket offering services like: (cleaning, taxi, laundry, ticker reservations, home delivery etc). We shall offer the is conceived to simultaneously provide everything and save time to the habitants of the resort. highest standards of maintenance inside the resort since such service will be managed by well known and experienced. Parking Benefits Free parking is guaranteed to all tenants within the Resort. Visitors will also be assisted with a public All residents will be able to shop in our shops and supermarket. All fitness enthusiasts will be able to parking in addition to the personal parking. benefit from our Fitness Center and other sports in the nature or on the water activities with dedicated instructors while also relaxing in our SPA center. All villa and apartment residents will enjoy the benefit of Swimming Pool being offered up to 25 % discount for SPA & fitness services offered at the resort’s Hotel. Aside from the white beach, Green Coast Resort shall provide a swimming pool as an option to For all Vila owners a buggy car and its maintenance will be offered free in the first year.* refresh inside the resort. Little toddlers shall spend their time socializing with each other in the playgrounds, having all the attention they need to. After a beautiful day by the beach, an open Financial & Bank procedures cinema under the stars is the perfect way to relax by the end of the day. Our company offers facilities and collaboration with the some of the most important banks in Albania. By purchasing a property in Green Coast Resort through a bank loan, a customer may benefit easy procedures and flexible collateral opportunities. Our company offers the possibility to cooperate with Internet different banks in Albania, with great conditions. Wireless broadband connections are available in all the villas upon request and in the hotel area. Public areas such as beach bar and dining offer free wireless. Investment Opportunities The value of the land and property in Palasa is always on the rise. By purchasing a property in this area Security you are buying yourself also an investment opportunity. Once bought this property can be used to resell Green Coast Resort offers the maximum tranquility and safety inside the resort, the beach and and make profit. You may also use this property to rent it using the professionals service of property surrounding areas. The resort will provide high level security services by specialized security company management companies and get yourself a great source of income and return on investment. Anyone well trained for these types of resorts. Green Coast Resort will ensure top of the art surveillance can be the owner of any of these posh villas or apartments in the Green Coast Resort. Be it foreigners systems without infringing the privacy of its tenants. or Albanian citizens all are eligible to enjoy the lifestyle that this resort offers.

32 33 Green Coast Hotel Individualized Hotel as a Destination

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The Hotel will be situated on the highest part of the resort, offering the best view of the beach and the Ionian Sea. The structure of the hotel will be the final stage of the Green Coast Resort construction offering a unique and private location, “the undiscovered gem of the Mediterranean” as The Guardian UK describes this part of the Albanian coast side.

The Hotel will be opened in 2020. Our guests can enjoy the nature of this exceptional place during the four seasons of the year. 10 suites are designed to offer the comfort of a winter hotel, offering coziness with a fireplace.

Green Coast Hotel is composed of 135 rooms and suites, 45 bungalow, restaurant, bar, sauna, SPA, wellness, fitness center and will ensure the best comfort and entertainment. Some of the villas will also be part of the hotel, through Property Sharing developed concept, thus presenting the guest with a variety of rooms, suites, apartments and villas.

The materials that will be used for the construction of this hotel are mostly of local origin, in line with the same philosophy of the villas. The modern design will combine with the traditional materials used along the centuries for building houses in this region of Albania. Hotel shall provide even extra services such as: Swimming pool, wireless Area (hotel terrace & lobby), exchange, driver, etc) 34 35 The Development Permission for the “Green Coast” Touristic Resort is approved from Këshilli Kombëtar i Territorit (National Council of Territory) with Decision Number 8, date 07/03/2014 and signed by the Chairman of K.K.T. Mr Edi Rama.

36 37 SMART INVESTMENT WITH QUICK RETURN

For those looking to make an investment in the growing vacation and property market in Albania, Green Coast Resort offers investment opportunities services to its current and future clients, local and international ones.

Property Management

All the residents of Green Coast Resort can be part of this program, which will be supported by an exceptional and dedicated team, committed to providing clients and visitors with a great accommodation experience and well maintained houses. This program has a high-rate investment return.

Investment with partnership/co-ownership

The “co-ownership investment” is a form of purchase borrowed from the best European examples where 2 or more co-owners invest in a property at Green Coast with different quotas over the property price. The rights and obligations, and also the title of ownership of the co-owners stem and are upheld based on the investment quota.

38 39 “Dervish Hima” Str., Ambassador 3, 4th Floor, Tirana, Albania Tel: +355 694002001; +355 698014999 e-mail: [email protected] www.greencoast.al facebook.com/greencoastresort

All information, material, photos and computer generated images contained within this brochure are for illustrative purposes only and are subject to change as the development progresses. Potential buyers are advised to carry out their own due diligence and verify all details prior to a commitment to purchase.