UNITED STATES ULTRA-LUXURY RESORT BRAND OPTS FOR GUATEMALA

Fin City Associates and Affiliate Alekson Development Group Announce Introduction of the Luxuriant Masterpiece CollectionTM Resort Brand

Conceptualized in the United States in early 2008, Luxuriant World Resorts (http://www.luxuriantworldresorts.com) searched the planet to discover the perfect exotic locale to showcase the first branded resort. Because of its close proximity to the United States and diverse locales (mountain, beach, jungle), Central America was chosen for intense exploration. Exotically diverse culture, significant infrastructure and geographic landscapes identified largely undiscovered yet rapidly developing Guatemala as the premiere candidate for the first branded resorts.

Luxuriant is studying the 7 distinct geographic regions of Guatemala. Initial results point to destinations near the UNESCO World Heritage protected City of La Antigua and Flores El Petén near the ancient Mayan ruins of Tikal as likely candidates for investment. As Luxuriant matures, expansion will follow from Central America to other exotic locations around the globe.

The Luxuriant Masterpiece CollectionTM brand integrates the broadly appealing convergence of world-class casino gaming; extraordinary ultra-luxury hospitality service; incomparable culinary experiences; luxuriant spa therapies; eco-wellness and fitness programs; exclusive tennis camps; and celebrity signature golf courses. Luxuriant believes true world-class prominence merges rich host community cultural traditions with exceptional Luxuriant-ClassTM service, sumptuous product lines and meticulous attention to detail.

Luxuriant international asset manager Horizon Hotels Limited (http://www.horizonhotels.com) operates more than 100 hospitality properties. Cindy Olcott, Horizon Hotels President and CEO says, "Each distinctive Luxuriant Masterpiece CollectionTM 300-500 acre showcase setting is uniquely crafted to reflect the ambient natural environment embracing each resort venue".

"Each carefully crafted master plan employs sustainable environmental strategies respectful of and proactively protecting the distinctive cultural heritage, geographic settings, environmental sensibilities and ethnicity of each host community", say Lee Loveland, Group West Companies Principal.

Each resort is unique in design and personality, each a celebration of Latin America's vibrant spirit, all woven together with the common thread of impeccable Luxuriant Masterpiece CollectionTM service and meticulous attention to detail", states Jim Alekson, Alekson Development Group President. "Where more than a guest's arrival is anticipated and where discriminating lifestyle meets Luxuriant-ClassTM global adventure".

The philanthropic objectives of the Luxuriant Group and their international alliance partners focuses on strategic fiscal programs providing direct economic stimulus to regions chosen for investment. Significant, long-term employment is created through resort developments, Green Technology advancement, habitat housing, country-wide health services, educational facilities and encouragement of in-country generated intellectual assets advancing fiscal sustainability.

About Alekson Development Group & Group West Companies:

Alekson Development Group (http://www.aleksongroup.com) and Group West Companies (http://www.groupwestcompanies.com) collaboratively craft international real estate development and management strategies. Alekson/GW Principals have over 100 years collective expertise designing, programming and developing mixed-use real estate assets exceeding $1 Billion.

About Fin City Associates:

Fin City Associates, S.A. (http://www.fincityassociates.blogspot.com) is a Guatemalan business and real estate development company crafting environmentally sustainable projects.

For More Information Contact:

Jim Alekson, Alekson Development

Phone: (206) 898-5869 Email: jalekson@aleksongroup.com

David Sterling, Fin City Associates:

Phone: (206) 728-7998 Email: myfincity@gmail.com

FIN CITY ASSOCIATES SIGNS GAMING DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT WITH GUATEMALA

L to R: FPG Official, Gilfredo Lopez, Jose Luis Guzman, Davis Clapp, Dr. Genaro Morales Padilla of the Guatemalan Pediatric Foundation (FPG), James Alekson, David Sterling, FPG Official.


Fin City Associates, a business development company focused on Guatemalan economic projects has signed a license agreement with the FPG, the authorized Guatemalan Gaming Agency for development of an unprecedented six (6) world-class hotel/casino/golf destination resorts over the next 10 years.

Fin City Associates has developed an enviable presence in Guatemala. In partnership with Seattle-based Alekson Development Group, gaming destination resorts will be advanced in Guatemala City, Puerto Quetzal, Puerto Barrios, Lake Atitlan and Panajachel starting second quarter 2009.

"Securing 6 licenses from the FPG Guatemalan government gaming authority clearly demonstrates the strength of the Fin City and Alekson development strategy" says James Alekson, Alekson Development Group President. "Our close relationship with the Fundación Pediatrica Guatemalateca's Dr. Genaro Morales Padilla has given us the competitive edge to secure our position as the premiere resort developer in Guatemala" and he continues, "With our shared vision, together with what we believe to be the finest showcase locations in Guatemala, we look forward to creating the world's leading resort destination as well as new employment opportunities and job training for thousands of Guatemalans."

Through affiliate Alekson/GW, Group West Companies has been assigned the task of creating a dynamic master-planned resort experience that captures the true spirit of Guatemala with lush natural landscapes, waterscapes and tropical-inspired architectural elements that evoke Colonial, European and Mayan historical influences.

Employing the principle of "entertainment convergence". integrating multiple entertainment elements into a broadly appealing destination of world-class hotels, luxury spas, retail villages, chef-branded restaurants, live entertainment venues, international marinas, and in some locations, state-of-the-art championship golf courses will provide guests with exceptional experiences.

"The signing of these agreements marks the beginning of a new tourism era for Guatemala with the coming together of two successful companies in lodging, gaming and leisure" said Davis Clapp, chairman and chief executive officer of Fin City Associates, S.A. "With a shared vision, together with what we believe is the finest locations in the Guatemala, we look forward to achieving our goal to create one of the world's leading resort destinations while transforming the employment opportunities of the Guatemalan people."

About Fin City Associates
Fin City Associates, S. A., (http://fincityassociates.blogspot.com) is a Guatemala-based business and real estate development company headquartered in Guatemala City. With international partners from the United States, Canada, Guatemala and Venezuela, the company strives to build and operate financially and environmentally sustainable developments while preserving the heritage of Guatemala and providing much needed local jobs.

About Alekson Development Group and Alekson/GW
Headquartered in Seattle Washington, Alekson Development Group (http://www.aleksongroup.com) provides development strategies for the programming, development and management of Guatemalan resort and real estate operations including being the US representative of Fin City Associates S.A. Alekson has more than 25 years of professional experience in developing and managing ground up mixed-use real estate assets.

Alekson/GW harnesses Alekson’s development expertise and Group West Companies’ (http://www.groupwestcompanies.com) design expertise under one umbrella to create a world-recognized Guatemalan gaming brand. Alekson and Group West have collaborated in the development and management of international real estate assets in excess of $500,000,000.

About Fundación Pediátrica Guatemalteca (FPG)
The FPG is the authorized gaming authority in Guatemala. Since September 22, 1989, non-profit FPG has focused on the care/education of Guatemalan children and has exclusive Guatemalan gaming authority through Guatemalan Congress Accord 746-89. (http://www.fundacionpediatrica.org/

For More Information Contact:

James Alekson, President of Alekson Development Group:

Phone: 1-206-898-5689 or by email at jalekson@aleksongroup.com

David Sterling, Media Liaison - Fin City Associates:

Phone: 1-206-728-7998 or by email at myfincity@gmail.com

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