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Resort & Residences

Intro 2

The Location 8

The Resort 12

The Residences 30

A day at Itz’ana 48

Placencia 54

Belize 58

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After years of traveling in search of the next high-growth luxury destina-tion, we became acutely focused on Belize.

The lush jungles with Mayan ruins coupled with pristine beaches and cayes, provide endless exploration opportunities. The

cultural diversity, with a mix of Mestizo, Mayan, Garifuna and beyond, brings a depth of heritage that global travelers truly appreciate. Belize’s natural beauty rivals some of the worlds most sought after playgrounds, and it’s a destination whose time has come. Our first venture in Belize began in 2007 with the launch of Ka’ana Resort. We believed that a luxury boutique experience at the doorstep of Belize’s jungle would attract an emerging class of traveler wanting to explore deeply while living abundantly. This marriage of adventure and hospitality has become a global movement, and our investment of time and passion into Ka’ana has paid off. Now countless friends and family have asked how they can become a part of what we are creating. And so we are delighted to welcome you to Itz’ana Resort and Residences. Named after the Mayan God of day and night, Itz’ana celebrates the contrasts from which it was born: where beach meets lagoon, adventure meets luxury, and the Caribbean meets Latin America. The sleepy coastal village of Placencia is the canvas for our luxury appointed residences. Impeccably designed and crafted in harmony with the local surroundings, the resort and villas pay homage to the soul of Belize.

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Expansive Carribean view from the Beach Front Villa

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Locals fishing by Silk Caye, 14 miles from Itz’ana.

Nothing behind me. Everything ahead of me. As is ever so on the road.Jack Kerouac

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Adventure at your fingertips and the sea at your toes, Itz’ana is where inspiration comes alive. A multi-dimensional property named after the Mayan god of day and night, Itz’ana celebrates the contrasts from which it was born — where beach meets lagoon, adventure meets luxury, and the Caribbean meets Latin America.

Itz’ana encapsulates the beautiful intersection of Mayan and modern in one inspired resort.

A TALE OFTWO WORLDS

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Born in adventure. Refreshed by luxury.

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Welcome to the Great House

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An ode to the great Caribbean estates of years past, the Great House is a gathering place for family and friends – old and new –to eat, drink, meet (or escape), and relax. With two storeys of vibrant open spaces and private hideaways to explore and discover, the Great House can be experienced many different ways.

Find yourself welcomed into the double height lobby with framed views of the sand and sea, or dining on the Limilia deck and enjoying a private rum tasting in the hidden recesses of The Rum Room. Or perhaps start a new day with sunrise yoga on the roof deck, before whiling the afternoon away in the library and then soaking up the sun and sea breeze with a cocktail on the rooftop bar. Whatever whimsy may strike, the Great House will inspire your story.

Where wayward whimsy is welcome and adventurous spirits return, the Great House is the heart of Itz’ana.

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Here we explore and celebrate the spirit of our land and our sea. A private enclave, rich with weathered wood and worn oiled leather, The Rum Room is open for private events and tastings in which our own Rumlier takes you on a journey through Latin America and the Caribbean, as you learn about and experience rums representing every rum-producing nation.

Hidden away in the depths of the Itz’ana Great House lies a room steeped in tradition and teeming with stories waiting to be told. THE

RUM ROOMLegends begin with rum-stained glass

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Overlooking the Caribbean Sea, Limilia celebrates the diversity and abundance of this oasis with an ear to the rhythms of the Garifuna, its original inhabitants.

From unparalleled views of the beach in both our

indoor and outdoor dining rooms, to the intimate

ambiance of our private dining rooms, Limilia

awakens senses beyond the palate. Chef-driven and

fisherman-inspired, the changing seasonal menus

focus on local and international seafood fare,

featuring locally sourced ingredients, including

vegetables from our organic farm and fresh

line-caught fish from our on-staff fisherman.

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Located mere miles form the world’s healthiest and second

largest reef system, Itz’ana is the perfect basecamp from

which to fish, dive, snorkel and leisurely sail through some

of the most pristine and beautiful waters around. The full

service marina will feature a watersports activity centre,

a refueling station and supplies store. This central marina

will also service the residences that feature boat docks on

the lagoon directly to the front of the unit.

With 33 slips ready for boats up to an 8’ draft and 65’ in length, the Itz’ana Marina will be the home base for your marine explorations.

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OVER WATER DECK

With private overwater nooks and a pop-up ceviche bar, while away the day with a book and a cocktail over the water and under the sun.

SUNRISE YOGA DECK

Built into the top of the Great House, welcome the new day with panoramic views of the Caribbean.

Itz’ana offers access to private island picnics, sunset island cruises and even overnight camping next to the reef.

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ROOFTOPBAR

For an afternoon drink or a nightcap, the rooftop bar offers amazing vistas and a refreshing breeze. With locally inspired libations, you’re always welcomed back to a place that feels like home.

LIBRARY

Deep within the Great House, the Library is a quiet

sanctuary of leather chairs and overflowing bookcases.

Perfect to catch your breath and lose yourself in a great

story of bygone times.

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With five treatment rooms, a meditation room and saltwater pool, the Itz’ana Spa showcases locally sourced rainforest botanicals and Mayan inspired treatments.

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Concierge services

Child-minding & baby sitting

Butler Service

Wireless Internet

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SERVICES

AMENITIES

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GREAT HOUSE

Limilia Restaurant

Rooftop Bar

Rum Room (Private Tasting Bar)

Rooftop Yoga Deck

Library

Members Club

Gift Shop

BEACH FRONT

Over-Water Deck

150’ Beachfront Pool

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Watersports Adventure Centre

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LAGOON FRONT VILLASOne to Five Bedroomswith private boat slips

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Where home and heaven embrace, our lagoon-front villas offer flexible floor plans for families of every size.

Ranging from 1-bedroom cottages up to 5-bed-room villas, each standalone waterfront unit offers luxuriously expansive and private indoor and outdoor living spaces, optional front-door boat docking and prime water views of the marina and lagoon.

Perfect for couples and small families, cottages feature spacious interiors up to 1,000sqft with generous private outdoor terraces overlooking the water, while our villas offer lavish hosting and living spaces up to 2,700sqft, including over-sized private decks, balconies and infinity pools to suit larger family retreats.

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Five Bedroom Villa

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Two Bedroom Lagoon Villa

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Where soul meets sand, our inspired beach-front villas open directly onto Placencia beach with stunning views of the Caribbean Sea. The 3-bed beach villa can be enjoyed as a 3-bed or alternatively as a separated 1-bed and 2-bed, yielding maximum rental returns for the owner. A perfect couple’s escape, the 1-bedroom beach

loft features 850sqft of air-conditioned inter-nal space and a 350sqft private terrace with a plunge pool. The luxury suite comes intimately appointed with a king bed, standalone tub and outdoor shower.

The expansive 2-bedroom beach villa offers 1,300sqft of internal space and 1,000sqft of private exterior space, featuring a 22-ft lap pool, firepit, and sunbathing deck. The villa includes the ultimate in luxury appointments, including a lounge with wet bar and dining area, indoor and outdoor showers, and private butler services. A fully flexible space for couples and families alike, the villa’s pool cottage can also be turned into a private screening room.

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Life is a journey with many beautiful stops.

Sunrise YogaAwaken the day with yoga on our rooftop deck as the sun rises over the Caribbean Sea.

Green InvigorationEnjoy a poolside super food breakfast of fresh-pressed green juice and homemade granola.

Reef and RelaxationJump aboard the resort boat in our marina for the 30 minute ride to the second biggest barrier reef in the world. Fishing, snorkeling and diving await, or come in Spring to go swimming with the whale sharks.

Private Island PicnicPull up to the powder white sandy shore of our private island for a casual BBQ lunch in the middle of the Caribbean Sea.

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Spa and Chocolate SpinoffBack at the resort, the girls split off for a spa day complete with traditional Mayan massage and mid-afternoon ceviche snack aboard our floating beach dock, while the rest of the family heads to southern Belize for a local cacao farm tour where you’ll learn to make chocolate from bean to bar.

Limilia Dinner Reconvene in the private dining enclave at Limilia for an intimate dinner of just-caught seafood and local favorites.

Rum JourneyExperience the Caribbean spirit with a private, Rumlier-guided tasting of the Caribbean’s best rums at our exclusive Rum Room.

Starry NightcapFinish the evening watching shooting stars from our open-rooftop bar deck.

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Pristine nature thrives by the lagoon .

Wherever you go becomes a part of you somehow.Anita Desai

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In just 16 miles of Caribbean peninsula, with the sea on one side and lagoon on the other, you’ll find a world of unspoiled wanderlust.

Perfectly positioned to be your basecamp to everywhere wild and wonderful, Placencia revels in its proximity to the islands, beaches, rivers, jungle, caves and the world’s second largest barrier reef. And on relaxing days, you’ll bask in the soul and charm of this sleepy fishing village and find inspiration in the welcoming spirit of its people as you discover its eclectic array of eateries, gelaterias, wine bars and shops.

PlacenciaThis is coconut country

Adventure at your fingertips and the sea at your toes, Placencia is where inspiration comes alive.

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Enjoy an afternoon at one of the many Cayes that surrounds Itz’ana

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It was a playground for adventurers on holiday – and today, not much has changed. From ancient Mayan ruins, to canopied jungles, to sandy windswept beaches, Belize is a melting pot of adventure, culture and beauty that beckons the curious and wayward spirit. Famous for its biodiversity and distinctive ecosystems, Belize is uniquely untouched and lush, with

adventure and beauty abound. The interior of the country is home to jungles, nature reserves and Central America’s largest cave system; while on the coast, you’ll find excesses of unspoiled beaches, islands and the healthiest reef in the world. A country as rich in history and culture as it is in nature, Belize is a wonderfully kept secret awaiting your discovery.

BelizeMother nature’s best kept secret

Once upon a time, pirates spent their lazy days on the sandy coastline of

Belize, sailing the crystalline blue waters and gallivanting in its tropical

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Xunantunich is 1.5 miles away from Ka’ana Resort, a sister property to Itz’ana.

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1) Belize is home to over 900 known Maya Sites, with many more to be discovered.

2) As a former British colony, English is the official language of Belize.

3) 40% of Belize is protected forest preserve

4) Belize boasts some of the world’s top diving sites, including the famous Blue Hole.

5) Belize has the world’s second largest barrier reef, which runs the length of the entire country.

6) Belize has the only Jaguar reserve in the world, the Cockscomb Basin Wildlife Sanctuary.

7) The tallest building in Belize is a Mayan temple.

8) There are no McDonalds, Burger Kings, or Starbucks in the entire country.

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Itz’ana is dedicated to the pristine environ-ment and the living culture of Belize. We believe thoughtful development can enhance and benefit the local community as well as the ecology, bringing people together.

ITZ’ANA ENVIRONMENTAL & SOCIAL INITIATIVES INCLUDE:

Organic garden on site

Nursery onsite designed and managed by world class landscaper, Bill Dalton

Complete wastewater management system

Rainwater collection as an ancillary supply

Resort will be a member of Rainforest Alliance, as is Ka’ana Resort

LED-efficient lighting systems

Locally sourced wood and design features for interiors

Upgrade & Expansion of local school facilities including sports and lunch programs.

Every aspect of the resort’s envisioning, development, and management reflect the guiding principles of sustainability. We seek to support and foster conservation, education, recreation, cultural, historic and social development projects that sustain our community through our engaged offering of authentic hospitality. As Itz’ana emerges, the fabric of tomorrow is woven by our local partners, international members and guests, and our dedicated staff. As with Ka’ana Resort, residents will have the unique opportunity to engage in our local school community efforts.

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Itzana has grown out of a partnership between global, regional and local partners, all bringing passion and expertise to the project.

Having operated in Belize since 2005, the local team is now 110 strong with 74 resort keys under management. This wealth of knowledge yields strong capability to execute in every area of hospitality, from hotel management to design, and from construction and finance to branding and marketing.

Ronan Hannan, Colin Hannan, Jonathan BlitzBelize Success StoryOpening Ka’ana Resort in 2007, Ronan and Colin created Belize’s first inland luxury resorts, pushing experiential travel to new levels. Combining exceptional customer service with bespoke experiences and high-design villas, Ka’ana has become an award-winning resort, setting a new bar in Belizean hospitality. The team has developed an extraordinary operations arm under Jonathan Blitz, who was Aman Resorts’ youngest ever General Manager, spending 10 years with the company. His experience in remote areas of India, Bhutan, the Maldives and beyond brings an incredible depth of hospitality expertise to Itz’ana.

Fernando PaizRegional Experience, Business StrengthGrowing up in Guatemala, Fernando spent summers kayaking through the remote cayes of the Belize Reef. As an adult, he combines his explorer spirit and intense interest in Maya history with his business endeavors. His experience and strength have catalysed both Ka’ana and Itz’ana and he is the steady hand that guides the developments. He has carved his reputation over decades of business success, creating a legacy that spans the entire Central American region across multiples industries.

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With Ka’ana Resort, the team has proven that they can build, manage and market a luxury resort property in Belize and that there is an outstanding demand for the product. With Itz’ana, they are delighted to bring this success to a new level. The world is watching, the time is now.

Roberto de Oliveira Castro Architect De Oliveira Castro is the principal at the Boston firm Over, Under and has lead the architectural design since the inception of the project. He has lived and worked in 5 different con-tinents, and is a Northeastern studio faculty member. Most recently, he was part of the design team that won the 2014 Boston Society of Archi-tects Design Award for the Museo Maya de América, which will be built in Guatemala.

Samuel Amoia Interior DesignerSamuel Amoia’s passion for interior design originated with his extensive international travel, which has allowed him to see and experience first-hand some of world’s most prestigious living environments. Amoia has worked for industry leaders such as Ian Schrager and Hotels AB (Andre Balazs). Most recently, Amoia worked closely with interior designer Stephen Sills, hailed as one of the most influential forces in the field today.

Jenan & Bryant McClain Keen Initiatives, Sales & MarketingTime, Place, and the Art of Listen-ing. Keen’s unique success in Carib-bean Resort Sales and Marketing is based on their design of high-value propositions for buyers in quickly emerging destinations that are destined for stardom. They’ve cultivated invaluable experience under the guidance of resort icons in St. Lucia, Anguilla (Viceroy Hotel Group), and Jamaica (Goldeneye Resort). Their networks of valued professionals help refine their ear for the region’s next top resort.

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The World is a book, and those who do not travel read only a page.Saint Augustine

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