European press attracted by the arrival of PAL™ projects in Israel

23/01/2023

The announcement of Crystal Lagoons’ entry into Israel, one of the most innovative countries in the world, has aroused great interest worldwide. In Europe, more than 200 media, such as Europa Press, have published about the new agreement signed by the multinational with the international real estate holding company Ecipsa to develop Public Access Lagoons™ projects, also known as PAL™ developments.

This media highlighted that the projects will be developed in partnership with real estate holding Ecipsa and could be located in major cities such as Tel Aviv, Haifa, Rishon LeZion, Netanya, among others. The developments will give Israeli city-dwellers access to an idyllic beach life all year round irrespective of the particular climate they live in.

All PAL™ projects to be developed in Israel will include a large lagoon powered by Crystal Lagoons™ technology, suitable for swimming and water sports, with white sandy beaches and be open to the public for a ticket. Each project also could include hotels, residential areas, gastronomic venues, retail outlets, etc.

Israel and Crystal Lagoons also share a commitment to sustainability and water protection and the company’s PAL™ projects have won several international awards for their sustainability. A key feature of these lagoons is that they can use any type of water, including seawater and brackish water from arid areas, which have no alternative use. This combination of factors paved the way for the debut of Crystal Lagoons in Israel, a country that has pioneered water protection.

“The fact that one of the world’s leading countries in innovation and water sustainability is welcoming Crystal Lagoons is a tremendous endorsement of our technology. In addition, PAL™ projects are a perfect match for Israeli culture, as they enjoy life, especially the outdoors,” said Francisco Matte, regional director for Crystal Lagoons.

The company’s sustainable technology has been a key factor behind its success in developed countries. The lagoons only need filling once, operate with a closed-circuit system, can use any type of water and use 40% less water than an average green area. Additionally, they use up to 100 times less chemicals than a swimming pool and only 2% of the energy of a conventional filtration system.

PAL™ developments have caught the attention of major market players worldwide, with high-profile contracts signed in the United States, Japan, Saudi Arabia, India, Korea, Palestine, Pakistan, Europe, and Colombia, among others.

Europa Press

Crystal Lagoons boosts the success of Lagoon Pilar

19-04-2024

Lagoon Pilar, strategically located in Buenos Aires, the fastest growing area of the Pilar area, is one of Crystal Lagoons’ most successful projects in Argentina. Powered by Crystal Lagoons and Grupo Monarca, this development stands out for being anchored by an 8,6-acre crystalline lagoon, the heart of the project. More than just a distinctive visual element, this lagoon has been instrumental in boosting the project’s added value and significantly accelerating the sale speed of the marketed properties.

Crystal Lagoons® technology has proven to be a key differentiator for Lagoon Pilar, as confirmed by Luis Signoris, the project’s developer. “Crystal Lagoons generates a significant increase in the square meter value, surpassing the standard of other projects in the area.” The executive emphasizes that this amenity offers residents a unique lifestyle and impacts those who visit Lagoon Pilar,. “We aimed to have that exact impact when we decided to incorporate a crystalline lagoon into the project.”

The artificial lagoon is surrounded by 800 premium residential units and a complete infrastructure, including a clubhouse, restaurants, spa, and sports areas, among other services. Additionally, it features three white sand beaches, allowing residents to enjoy the lagoon all day long and engage in various water activities such as Stand Up Paddle, kayaking, windsurfing, and swimming.

“In Argentina, beyond the different economic situations, the success of Crystal Lagoons does not stop. Projects incorporating lagoons generate exponential added value in the real estate sector. The projection is even more positive because an increase in foreign investment is expected in the coming months, which will further boost the real estate market”, explains Francisco Matte, Crystal Lagoons’ regional director for Latin America.

World’s Largest Crystal Lagoon in the middle of the desert, Captures International Attention

17-04-2024

The press continues highlighting the world’s largest crystalline lagoon with Crystal Lagoons® technology at Citystars Sharm El Sheikh, Egypt. This stunning amenity in the middle of the Sinai desert, spanning 28.8 acres of turquoise waters, has been the subject of numerous reports highlighting its unique features.

Since 2015, this mega-project has held Crystal Lagoons’ second Guinness World Record as the largest crystalline body of water globally, surpassing its record from 2007 when the iconic San Alfonso del Mar crystalline lagoon was certified as the world’s largest.

Citystars Sharm El Sheikh results from an association between the Crystal Lagoons and the Sharbatly family, one of the oldest and most prominent in the Middle East and Africa. Crystal Lagoons® technology has added real estate value to the development by transforming undeveloped desert lands into a paradisiacal setting.

The monumental crystalline lagoon at Citystars Sharm El Sheikh, in the Sinai, is supplied without use with saline water from desert wells, creating tropical seas amid an arid environment.

Crystal Lagoons® technology has achieved what was previously thought technically impossible: the construction of artificial lagoons of unlimited sizes anywhere in the world, even in the heart of the desert. Today, this innovation allows for the idyllic beach experience to be brought to unexpected locations, gaining worldwide recognition for its transformative impact.

Once again, the prestigious international entertainment, travel, and tourism guide Time Out has turned its attention to the Crystal Lagoons Treasure Bay project on the idyllic island of Bintan, Indonesia. Its recent edition of recommendations on what to see, do, and experience highlighted this project as essential to include in travelers’ itineraries and a must-visit in the region due to its unique features, as the largest crystalline lagoon in Southeast Asia with sustainable Crystal Lagoons® technology spanning 15.5 acres, equivalent to 50 Olympic-size swimming pools, surrounded by 1,400 meters of white sandy beaches.

Time Out recommended this project developed under the Public Access Lagoons™ model, also known as PAL™ developments, emphasizing the variety of aquatic experiences that can be enjoyed across its 222 acres, allowing visitors to indulge in beach life year-round with options for dining, spa, shopping, entertainment, and nightlife. Within the artificial lagoon, an oasis of turquoise waters, visitors can partake in water sports such as bungee jumping, cable water skiing, boating, slides, paddleboarding, kayaking, and wakeboarding.

With its monumental body of water, Treasure Bay has established itself as a unique experience on the paradise island of Bintan, Indonesia. Bintan, known for its nearly 3,000 islands, strategically faces Singapore and Johor Bahru, Malaysia. It offers many tourist attractions, including world-class golf courses, hiking, elephant parks, eco-farms, luxury spas, and beach activities.

This PAL™ development is surrounded by 1,400 meters of white sandy beaches, with a length of 800 meters and reaching a maximum depth of 2.5 meters. It offers various water recreation experiences, including bungee jumping, cable water skiing, boat rides, water slides, paddle boarding, kayaking, and wakeboarding. The artificial lagoon allows visitors to enjoy beach life year-round with dining options, spas, shops, entertainment, and nightlife.PAL™ projects, which anyone can access for an entrance fee, transform any site into a year-round entertainment hub with more than 125 activities that can take place in the lagoon itself or its surroundings.