Crystal Lagoons World’s Top Amenity Rapid Expansion Around the Globe

Correio Braziliense, the national Brazilian newspaper, in its Tourism section, has recommended several of Crystal Lagoons® emblematic lagoons spotted around the planet. In a recent ranking, it named five of the American multinational’s water features, known as the world’s top amenity. Created by the biochemist, Fernando Fischmann, founder and President at the firm, he developed the technology and concept behind these impressive pure turquoise lagoons that bring a piece of the ocean to locations previously thought unimaginable. An example is the world’s largest crystalline lagoon, located in the Egyptian desert.

Sharm el-Sheikh, Egypt

Situated in the Sinai desert, Egypt, the Swissotel Citystars Sharm el Sheikh Hotel & Residences, the country’s first Swissotel, which includes 400 guestrooms and suites overlooking the Crystal Lagoons amenity alongside retail space and 400 residences due to open in 2020. The pristine water feature, powered by Crystal Lagoons technology, was awarded in 2015 the Guinness World Record for being the world’s largest (29 acres), record it maintains till this day.

San Alfonso del Mar, Chile

San Alfonso del Mar is a private residential resort within the Chilean coastal city of Algarrobo, located just 60 miles from the nation’s capital city of Santiago. Guinness World Record holder until 2015, the monumental water amenity is 1 kilometer in length.

Mahasamutr, Thailand

The idyllic 3-acre lagoon at MahaSamutr is the central attraction at the resort styled complex at Hua Hin. Just as many other lagoons, the pure turquoise water amenity is surrounded by white sand beaches, that imitate immaculate tropical beaches. All homes offering direct access to the lagoon’s beach activities like kayakingpaddleboarding, and sailing. Other amenities for residents include a spa and waterfront dining options.

 

In 2019, Crystal Lagoons inaugurated its first public Access Lagoon™, known as PAL™, in the country. Known as Blue Tree Phuket, it functions under the multinationals newest business model, granting daily passes to the general public via ticketed entry.

 

Laguna Bahía, Chile

The pristine, clear water lagoon spans over 3.5 acres, making it the second-largest in the city of Algarrobo after its neighboring resort lagoon at San Alfonso del Mar. In addition to extensive swimming space, the lagoon offers a variety of beachfront water activities, including windsurfing and kayaking.

 

Las Brisas, Chile

Las Brisas is part of the exclusive Santo Domingo community located within the Valparaiso region on Chile’s coast. The resort community is anchored by its 5-acre salt water lagoon, equivalent to 16 Olympic-sized swimming pools. The amenity overlooks the Pacific Ocean and mimics its brilliant blue waters, while offering beachfront swimming and water sports for residents in a safe environment, as swimming in the ocean is not permitted.

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The recent inauguration of Crystal Lagoons project in the United States, Evermore Orlando Resort, featuring its impressive 8-acre crystalline lagoon and extensive beaches, steps from Disney World and Universal, has captured the attention of the global press. Nearly 500 media outlets from various countries, including Yahoo!, Associated Press, NBC, Fox, ABC, CBS, Washington Daily News, Finanzen y Benzinga, have covered the news, emphasizing the significance of this tourism milestone.

Numerous articles have highlighted this iconic development, considered one of Florida’s most significant tourism projects. It is located in the heart of Orlando, the most visited destination in the US, with 75 million tourists annually. With over 10,000 rooms surrounding the lagoon powered by Crystal Lagoons® technology, this amenity marks a before and after for the city, which lacked a beach despite its comprehensive entertainment options. Crystal Lagoons solves this problem by introducing a monumental body of water that brings idyllic beach life, redefining hotel standards, and consolidating its presence in the hospitality and entertainment industry.

Surrounding the crystalline lagoon is Orlando’s first Conrad hotel, a luxury brand of the Hilton chain, as well as various homes, villas, and apartments. In addition, there is an 18-hole golf course designed by Jack Nicklaus, one of the greatest golfers in history.

“Every hotel project incorporating a Crystal Lagoons® amenity becomes the most attractive destination in the area. Conrad, one of the world’s leading hotel chains, understood this and decided to make a qualitative leap concerning the existing offer in the most touristic area of the U.S.,” said Iván Manzur, Senior Vice President of Sales of Crystal Lagoons US Corp.

Costa Rica is a globally recognized sustainable tourist destination with 1,300 kilometers of coastline and over 600 beaches. In this iconic location it is moving forward the first crystalline lagoon in Central America with Crystal Lagoons® technology. With 6 acres of turquoise waters suitable for swimming and water sports, surrounded by white sandy beaches, this amenity is the central piece of the NYA megaproject.

Developed under the Public Access Lagoons™ model, also known as PAL™ complexes, it was highlighted in a recent article in Revista Summa for its social impact and boost to tourism in the area and the country’s economic growth. John Scheman, president and founder of Nya, said: “We are happy and proud to bring Crystal Lagoons® innovative technology to Costa Rica, marking a before and after in the development of recreational spaces for both tourists and residents. With this crystalline lagoon, we are redefining the concept of beach life and providing a unique experience in our project.

Developed under the Public Access Lagoons™ model, also known as PAL™ complexes, it was highlighted in a recent article in Revista Summa for its social impact, boosting tourism in the area, and contributing to the country’s economic growth.

Nya is a development targeted towards retirees from the United States and high-net-worth Costa Ricans. It is located in the Guanacaste region and extends over 2,224 acres, just 25 miles from the Pacific coast and five minutes from Daniel Oduber International Airport. Crystal Lagoons will bring idyllic beach life to this inland area of the Costa Rican province, contributing to the revaluation of the area. The public access complex is estimated to attract more than 1 million visitors annually. Also, this project is part of the exclusivity agreement with the conglomerate Blue Water Ventures for complexes in Costa Rica and Guatemala.

PAL™ projects, which anyone can access for an entrance fee, have set a new standard in public gathering and entertainment spaces and have positioned themselves as revolutionary alternatives with a high social impact. 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. These include water sports with and without an engine, inflatable parks, trade shows, dining, weddings, beach parties, concerts, flow boarding, quatrefoil, cable parks, paddleboard yoga, water slides, cliff jumping, mapping shows, water light shows, water curtain animation, outdoor cinema, corporate events, floating cabanas, etc.

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In the heart of Texas, the Lago Mar project, developed under the Public Access Lagoons™ model, also known as PAL™ complexes, has made an unprecedented impact since its inception. The monumental 12-acre crystalline lagoon, the largest in Texas, powered by Crystal Lagoons® technology, has transformed the lifestyle in this state. With record sales and a permanent and varied schedule of events that bring the project to life year-round, it has become the preferred destination in the state, highlighted by the iconic Lagoonfest Texas, which holds the record for hosting the most floating cabanas in North America, 22.

The world award-winning “The Mysterious Circus” recently occurred, presenting a novel and entertaining family spectacle that included high-flying acrobatics, dance, and contortion acts. This event, held in the breathtaking setting of the crystalline lagoon, captivated attendees with its unique combination of circus talent and natural beauty. Artists worldwide dazzled audiences with incredible skills and performances in a magical and thrilling atmosphere.

The monumental crystalline lagoon of Lago Mar marks a milestone. It is equivalent to 50 Olympic-sized swimming pools, spans over half a kilometer from end to end, and offers white sandy beaches extending over a kilometer and a half. It is nearly six times larger than the first crystalline lagoon in that state, Balmoral. Crystal Lagoons developed both projects in association with Land Tejas.

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