Homes Overseas Awards 2008

Testimonials
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“The Pezula Group of Companies has a single-minded philosophy: to deliver a range of international property and leisure investment products representing the ultimate in luxury, quality and environmental awareness. For the third year in succession, Pezula has been recognised by the Homes Overseas Panel of Judges as being worthy recipients of a number of awards, including “Developer of the Year” and Gold for “Best Luxury Development”. Aside form this being confirmation of our defined goals being achieved, I have no doubt that the resulting publicity has given Pezula further credibility in the international property arena and has enhanced our objective to grow the Pezula brand worldwide.”

Ivor Abelheim, Director of Marketing, Pezula Group
Developer of the Year 2007

“The Homes Overseas Awards further confirms the quality and standards that Arcos Gardens is always striving for. To win the highest award in the Best Worldwide Golf Development category from a scheme which independently visits and judges every nominated development provides further confidence to our clients that their choice was a good one. We will be entering the awards again this year.”
Philip White, UK Sales & Marketing Manager - Arcos Gardens, Spain
Best Golf Development - Gold 2007

"I believe that the Homes Overseas Awards has become one of the most credible industry standards for judging international property. In Vale do Lobo's experience, we have found that the awards we have won have been valuable in reassuring existing clients that they have made the right choice. The awards also make the resort stand out to prospective clients, showing a commitment to innovation and quality. Finding the scheme a reliable and objective judge, we will certainly enter again in the future when we have new developments whose worth we want to benchmark within the market."
Alda Filipe, Marketing & Communications Director, Vale do Lobo, Portugal
Best Portuguese Villa/ Best Landscape Design Gold 2006

“Talking about sustainable building methods may not appear to be the most exciting marketing pitch, but we can sell AlmaVerde Village and Spa properties with the Homes Overseas 2006 Gold Sustainability Award Winner’s stamp right on the front of our brochures – demonstrating strong and independent recognition of the quality of our construction process. Now that does interest buyers, who are then motivated to learn more about how we create healthy living spaces, using eco-friendly materials and techniques to deliver a leading luxury villa product that - through the Gold Sustainability Award scheme - stands out above the volume competition common to the Algarve property market.”

“PURE International was absolutely delighted to be recognized with the award for Best Estate Agency Marketing in 2006. Our in-house team is responsible for the marketing strategy and execution for our clients, so this accolade from a respected industry scheme was rewarding for our existing clients and influential for new ones.”

“The notoriety, in the Tourism Real Estate Industry, of the Home Overseas Awards has definitely contributed to the recognition of the unique resorts Intrawest is developing in Europe. This following the awards received for Best Ski Development and for Best French Apartment. Intrawest is dedicated to offering a unique experience in their distinctive resorts to owners, guests and employees. To be the recipient of such recognition is a confirmation that we have achieved part of our goal. This has created an atmosphere of not only pride but has motivated us in continuing in this path of success.

“To win this prestigious award was a big accolade for Newfound Property International. Winning the award in this very competitive sector was one that gave huge boost to our whole team, not just the marketing and production teams. I believe that the award demonstrated to our current clients and any potential clients that we are constantly looking to lead the way in every aspect of our business.”

William Thompson, Vice President, Newfound Property International
Best Estate Agency Marketing – Newspaper/Magazine Advertising Gold 2006

"With two successful and seamlessly organised years under their belts, I believe the Homes Overseas Awards are quickly becoming one of the leading industry standards for excellence in overseas property. Vale do Lobo's two years of significant recognition by the judging panel provide a valuable recognition of the resort's commitment to innovation and quality. Vale do Lobo's successes have been of tremendous value in reassuring existing clients they have made the right choice and also provide stand out with prospective clients. These successes are something that everyone who contributes to making Vale do Lobo the place it is today can be justifiably proud of."

“Although Pierre & Vacances is a big name in Europe, it was relatively unknown in the UK and we believe a key factor in our recent success in this market has been the ability to utilise the Homes Overseas Awards Gold Winner’s logo on our marketing materials. There is no doubt in my mind that it is making a real difference to the number of Britons now buying our products.”

Dario Nabavian, International Marketing Manager, Pierre & Vacances Property Investments
Best Landscape Design 2005

“Homes Overseas is a well known and respected brand among UK clients. For many, it is their first port of call when they begin looking for a property abroad. And, with so much competition in today’s overseas property market, possessing a Homes Overseas Magazine Award can make all the difference between a client coming to you, or going to one of your competitors. For that reason, we are proud to have won Gold for Best Use of Marketing and are confident that it will aid our 2005/6 marketing campaign significantly. I have worked in the overseas property industry for a number of years and I know it well. I truly believe the Homes Overseas Magazine Awards are currently the only awards worth entering in this sector.”

“Winning the Homes Overseas Gold Awards for both the Best South African development and Most Environmentally Aware Development in the World has raised Pezula’s profile in South Africa and in the international market. South African television and press coverage of Pezula’s wins has resulted in an enormous increase in local interest and pride in our accomplishment. Ongoing coverage in the Daily Telegraph throughout the awards process has helped generate new and sustained interest in Pezula from the UK and beyond.”

Phillip Seippel, The Pezula Group
Best South African Development, Most Environmentally Aware Development 2005

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