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Welcome to Antigua & Barbuda’s most desirable Citizenship by Investment (CIP) approved boutique resort development. MO O N G AT EA NTI G UA .CO M
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Align with the moon . . .
and revive your senses Exquisite accommodation, first-rate services and sublime views across a regular ‘world’s best beach’ nominee: Just a fraction of what Moon Gate Hotel & Spa has to offer.
4 | Powdery white sands at Half Moon Bay
A beach for every day of the year . . .
welcome to Antigua & Barbuda Located in the heart of the Eastern Caribbean, Antigua & Barbuda has retained a wonderfully authentic charm without sacrificing first world amenities. This sun-soaked English-speaking country is flanked by the turquoise waters of the Caribbean Sea to the west and the rugged Atlantic Ocean on the east. It boasts a beach for every day of the year and a plethora of activities to satisfy its diverse visitors.
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Antigua & Barbuda The twin island nation has been independent from Britain since 1981, is home to approximately 100,000 people and is largely a service-based economy with tourism as its economic mainstay. As a regional hub, Antigua is easily accessible with daily direct flights from Canada, Europe, the UK and USA.
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We are an island nation offering . . .
an investor’s opportunity
Ever-increasing numbers of both tourists and investors
well documented but this friendly isle also offers an
are testament to Antigua & Barbuda’s welcoming
abundance of watersports, well-maintained hiking trails,
climes. With a thriving property rental market equating
first-rate resorts, restaurants and spas, and intriguing
to excellent financial returns, the country continues to
historical spots like Nelson’s Dockyard, a UNESCO World
attract those looking for a second home and a safe place
Heritage Site.
in which to invest.
10 | Falmouth and English Harbours during the annual Charter Yacht Show
A large expat community has done nothing to dilute
Peak tourist season is from November to May with
the country’s vibrant culture, epitomised in the annual
most vacationers hailing from North America, Europe
carnival which turns the streets of St. John’s into a
and the UK. Antigua’s status as a sailing capital is
kaleidoscope of colour each summer.
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Half Moon Bay, Antigua . . .
location, location, location V.C. Bird International Airport
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Long Island
St. John’s City
ATLANTIC OCEAN Half Moon Bay
Jolly Harbour
Willoughby Bay
CARIBBEAN SEA
Carlisle Bay
Falmouth Harbour
English Harbour
Half Moon Bay
Little Cove
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Antigua & Barbuda Island Facts
View across Antigua’s west coast
ISLAND INFORMATION:
MAIN INDUSTRIES:
ECONOMIC STABILITY:
MINIMUM TAXATION:
TRAVEL BENEFITS:
MAJOR ANNUAL EVENTS:
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Antigua - 108 sq. miles
The tourism industry contributes 60%
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Well established legal and
Favourable tax regime - no tax on
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Passport offers visa-free access to
International sailing regattas
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Barbuda - 62 sq. miles
to the Gross Domestic Product (GDP)
regulatory framework
worldwide income, inheritance, capital
over 160 countries
(RORC 600, Superyacht
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Population of approx. 100,000
of Antigua & Barbuda.
Stable Currency – EC$ is pegged to
gains or investment returns.
Direct flights from Canada, Europe,
Challenge, Antigua Classic Yacht
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Official language - English
the UK and USA.
Regatta, Antigua Sailing Week)
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British Commonwealth country
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Multi-cultural democracy
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US$ - $2.67 •
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Unemployment and inflation are
Antigua's Summer Carnival
low, indicating a strong economy
Sportf ishing tournaments World Class Cricket
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Moon Gate Hotel & Spa . . .
an exclusive boutique resort Positioned unobtrusively on an elevated site, just footsteps from the breathtaking beauty, white sands and turquoise waters of Half Moon Bay.
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View south over Half Moon Bay
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Moon Gate is a low-density, boutique resort with an eco-conscious spirit, currently under development on Antigua's Atlantic coast. Each one of Moon Gate’s luxuriously-appointed 49-suites, set across seven buildings built into a tropical bluff, offers an elevated view of stunning Half Moon Bay whose world famous white sands are just a short walk away. Exclusive resort suites with exceptional ocean views. This adults-only all-inclusive boutique resort will feature an à la carte restaurant, bar, club house, gift shop swimming pools and wellness spa with five treatment rooms. Property owners can enjoy their suites all year round or enter them into Moon Gate’s rental pool to garner an income. Just one more benefit of investing in this unique, ‘barefoot chic’ locale.
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Afternoon surf in Half Moon Bay || 19
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Moon Gate Site Plan Key Features at a Glance
Site Plan Legend
The Moon Gate Hotel & Spa is a
A RECEPTION
49-suite boutique resort All suites are climate controlled, fully-furnished with ocean views Freehold real estate investment with a single title deed Professionally managed and maintained by the developer and hotel management company Optional income producing rental programme, offering turn-key
B INFINITY SWIMMING POOL C RESTAURANT AND BAR D SUNKEN GARDEN POOL
F2
F1
F3 F4 F5 F6
I G
E C
E LOUNGE F GUEST SUITE BUILDINGS
F7
D
B
H A
G SERVICE AREA H SPA I UTILITY ROOM
solutions
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Standard Suites US$250,000
There are 28 Standard Suites located on the first and second floors of all buildings with views of Half Moon Bay - Measuring approximately 500
AMENITIES: • Climate Controlled • King Size Bed
sq. ft. and exuding sophistication
• Double Vanity
with
• Wet Bar and Coffee Centre
neutral
tones
and
refined
furnishings, each suite is among the most spacious hotel accommodation in Antigua & Barbuda.
• Balcony and Outdoor Lounge • Outdoor Soaking Tub
Competitively priced at US$250,000 to suit the CIP minimum investment requirement, these units will form the bedrock of the hotel room stock.
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Premium Suites US$400,000
Measuring approximately 600 sq. ft., the 14 Premium Suites occupy the ground floor of all buildings and are similar in layout to the standard suites,
AMENITIES: • Climate Controlled • King Size Bed
the exclusive deck area has been
• Double Vanity
expanded to include a private plunge
• Wet Bar and Coffee Centre
pool along with a couple’s daybed, a soaking tub and lounge area.
• Balcony and Outdoor Lounge • Soaking Tub
In-room perks range from standard
• Private Plunge Pool
conveniences like mini-fridges, tea
• Couple's Daybed
and coffee makers to thoughtful luxuries and highspeed Wi-Fi and flatscreen televisions with cable channels.
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One Bedroom Penthouses US$600,000
Occupying the top floor of the seven
buildings
are
beautifully
appointed One Bedroom Penthouse Apartments with spacious living and
• Climate Controlled • King Size Bed
dining areas, fully fitted kitchens and
• Double Vanity
private plunge pools.
• Fully Equipped Kitchen
Whether on vacation or a longer stay, enjoy the residential feel of the
Penthouse
approximately
Suites 1,000
sq.
measuring ft.,
with
spectacular views of Half Moon Bay and its turquoise waters.
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AMENITIES:
• Living and Dining Room • Couple’s Daybed • Private Balcony • Large Outdoor Lounge • Infinity Edge Plunge Pool
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Committed to sustainable luxury . . .
by caring for our Earth Moon Gate Antigua's sustainability is key, and evidenced in its green infrastructure, eco-landscaping and support for local businesses. The development is of a compact design, retaining much of the area’s existing vegetation.
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Eco-friendly, with an instilled sense of responsibility . . .
The common area roof spaces at Moon Gate will be flat to create ‘live roofs’. Not only will this help the development blend into its natural background,
another tropical day at Half Moon Bay
they will also be used to grow fresh produce for the restaurant. Natural beauty products will be used throughout the hotel and spa. Selected
From the central solar water heating system to rooftop solar photovoltaic panels to generate electricity during daylight, the resort makes expert use of Antigua’s bountiful sunshine. Rain water will be captured to fill cisterns while all waste water will be recycled into ‘grey water’ for use in landscaping and to irrigate the kitchen gardens.
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items will be hand-crafted by local artisans using natural ingredients like aloe, honey and sulphur clay. With low-energy light bulbs, high efficiency air-conditioning and eco-friendly laundry detergents, Moon Gate will keep its carbon footprint to a minimum.
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Antigua & Barbuda’s Citizenship by Investment Programme . . .
investing in more than just property
Moon Gate is approved under the country’s citizenship by investment scheme. Antigua & Barbuda offers one of the globe’s most popular such programmes on account of its seamless process, affordable rates, and tax and travel advantages. Becoming a citizen of Antigua & Barbuda offers visa-free travel to more than 160 countries and there is no restriction on dual nationality. The country remains a safe destination with a stable economy and government. It follows the British legal system and is forecast for robust economic growth over the next 12 months. Antigua & Barbuda – whose currency is pegged to the US dollar – has a favourable tax regime with no levy on worldwide income, inheritance or capital gains.
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Citizenship by Investment Programme Key Benefits Investing in Moon Gate with Antigua & Barbuda’s Citizenship by Investment Programme (CIP) allows the investor applicant the opportunity to obtain Antigua & Barbuda citizenship.
DUAL CITIZENSHIP RECOGNISED:
EXCEPTIONAL REAL ESTATE:
FREEDOM OF MOVEMENT:
FOUR CIP INVESTMENT OPTIONS:
EXCELLENT FOR FAMILIES:
ATTRACTIVE TAXATION BENEFITS:
Antigua & Barbuda recognises
Ultimate Caribbean luxury real estate
Visa-free travel to over 160 countries.
National Development Fund
The Antigua & Barbuda CIP is a
No taxes levied on worldwide income,
dual citizenship, no need to
and lifestyle destination which offers
Including free movement in the
Real Estate Investment
Flexible program specifically designed
inheritance/gift tax, capital gains tax or
give up your current citizenship.
distinctive approved development
Caribbean CARICOM countries.
Business Investment
to give lifetime citizenship once
tax on investment returns.
University of the West Indies Fund
residency requirement is met.
areas and projects in which CIP applicants may invest. 38 38 ||
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Share the cost and the benefits of a property at Moon Gate Antigua by taking advantage of the joint ownership option offered on all Premium Suites with
Have you considered . . .
joint ownership options
plunge pools. Competitively priced with the citizenship by investment purchaser in mind, suites come with a freehold title and optional rental pool inclusion. The minimum investment is just US$200,000 per person, with the added benefit of applying for citizenship. Our expert team offers full property management services and can guide you through the citizenship by investment application process.
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Crystal clear surf at Half Moon Bay || 41
Gaye Hechme MBE Director
Cameron Fraser Director
As the owner and Managing Director of
Cameron
Island Living Investment Services, one of
experience in the tourism industry to
Antigua & Barbuda’s leading Authorized
Moon Gate Antigua. He played a leading
Representatives specializing in services
role in the country’s development of
related to Antigua & Barbuda’s Citizenship
cruise tourism as managing director of
by Investment Programme, Gaye brings
Antigua Pier Group, and is a co-founder
her
and co-owner of the esteemed Nonsuch
years
of
experience
in
property
Fraser
brings
decades
of
Bay Resort.
development, real estate and investment migration to Moon Gate Antigua. She also oversees the operations of Chestertons Antigua & Barbuda, one of the oldest firms of estate agents in the world.
Meet the Principals
Cameron is also a director of corporate
Affiliations Antigua & Barbuda Chamber of Commerce Antigua & Barbuda Investment Authority
management firm Key Properties Ltd.,
Antigua & Barbuda Ministry of Tourism
the owners and operators of Historic
Antigua & Barbuda Hotel & Tourism Association
Redcliffe Quay on the waterfront of St.
Citizenship by Investment Unit (CIU)
John’s. Cameron is a citizen of Antigua & Barbuda has lived in Antigua for more than five decades.
Environmental Awareness Group (EAG) Halo Foundation Chestertons Antigua & Barbuda Eastern Caribbean Amalgamated Bank (ECAB) Grant Thornton Antigua Island Living Investment Services (ILIS)
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Contact Us For sales inquiries and questions, please get in touch with us. Drop us a line and a member of our team will get back to you shortly.
Address: Half Moon Bay, St. Phillip’s P.O. Box 1275, St. John’s, Antigua Phone & Email: +1 (268) 562-2625 info@moongateantigua.com
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