GUACALITO
DE LA ISLA
The story of Guacalito begins with Don Carlos Pellas, a prominent Nicaraguan entrepreneur and one of Latin America’s most influential figures. In 2003, as he reflected on his 50th birthday, Don Carlos envisioned a legacy that would give back to Nicaragua, a country that had given his family so much for over a century. His goal was to showcase Nicaragua’s raw, natural beauty and shift international perceptions, revealing a country ready to be discovered.
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CREATING A LUXURY DESTINATION
To realize this vision, Don Carlos acquired over 1,600 acres of pristine coastal land along the Pacific Coast. His goals included:
Attracting affluent
travelers and
influential leaders.
Transforming
Nicaragua's tourism
industry.
Generating jobs
and uplifting local
communities.
Helping lift
Nicaragua out
of poverty.
ASSEMBLING A WORLD-CLASS TEAM
Don Carlos brought together an elite team of international experts in land planning, architecture, golf course design, and hospitality. Notable contributors included renowned interior designer Paul Duesing and acclaimed spa consultant Angel Vezina Stewart. This team collaborated with skilled local craftsmen, blending traditional Nicaraguan elements into the resort’s design. The project employed and trained numerous locals in high-level hospitality, fostering a uniquely Nicaraguan experience.
IMPACT AND LEGACY
Over 10,000 direct and indirect jobs created.
A reforestation project producing 10 million gallons of water annually, aiding over 9,000 residents.
A partnership with the Kingdom of the Netherlands supporting 2,000 small enterprises, increasing sales by 100%, and creating 3,000 jobs.
Infrastructure improvements, including Costa Esmeralda Airport and 40 kilometers of paved roads.
The establishment of the Vivian Pellas Hospital, a premier medical facility attracting international patients.
A LASTING TRIBUTE
Don Carlos Pellas’s vision for Nicaragua is embodied in Guacalito, a place where life is Forever Pure on the Emerald Coast. His ongoing legacy continues to enrich the country, offering a luxurious escape that harmonizes with Nicaragua’s natural splendor.
OUR BRAND PILLARS
FRAMING THE FUTURE
The ultimate positioning of the project’s exciting next chapter is based on adherence to five unique brand pillars. Together, they will guide the vision for Guacalito as an exotic realm where fortunate families will have the rare opportunity to connect with nature and each other.
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