In 2025, the best passive income real estate markets aren’t in overleveraged U.S. suburbs or overpriced urban condos. They’re international destinations where travelers stay longer, pay more, and come back year after year.
For accredited investors, that shift opens the door to income-producing vacation rentals in stable, high-demand markets—without the operational burden of doing it all yourself.
Dominican Republic
Record-breaking tourism and investor-friendly ecosystems
With over 10 million international visitors in 2024, the Dominican Republic is emerging as a top passive income destination. Gated enclaves like Cap Cana attract high-net-worth vacationers seeking space, service, and privacy—generating steady income for owners.
Source: https://dominicantoday.com/dr/tourism/2025/01/15/2024-a-record-breaking-year-for-dominican-tourism
Cartagena, Colombia
Limited inventory and surging group travel demand
Cartagena’s walled Old City is heritage-protected, meaning new development is heavily restricted. As multigenerational travel grows, so does demand for luxury homes that can host larger groups—especially when located within walking distance to beaches, marinas, and historic sites.
Source:
https://www.virtuoso.com/travel/articles/luxury-travel-trends
Medellín, Colombia
A favorite for extended stays and lifestyle alignment
Medellín is attracting entrepreneurs, remote workers, and long-stay vacationers alike. Its mild climate, modern amenities, and low acquisition costs have positioned it as one of the most resilient real estate markets in Latin America.
Source: https://nomadlist.com/medellin
Tulum, Mexico
Eco-luxury appeal and major infrastructure investments
Tulum continues to evolve beyond its bohemian roots. With the 2024 launch of the Maya Train, more travelers now have access to this eco-conscious beach destination—supporting both short-term rental demand and long-term property value.
Why Investors Are Going Global for Passive Income
Today’s high-net-worth investors are pursuing income and optionality—choosing markets and investments where:
- Guests stay longer and spend more
- Pricing power favors the owner, not platforms
- Professional management creates hands-free income
- Property use flexibility allows for personal stays
These global markets aren’t just travel hot spots. They’re opportunities for cash-flow ecosystems backed by macro-level demand and micro-level operating efficiency.
Introducing Bona Vita Properties
Bona Vita Properties gives accredited investors access to direct ownership in professionally managed, luxury vacation rentals in the world’s most sought-after—and often overlooked—markets.
We’re not a REIT or fund. You own real property in a single-asset LLC, with:
- White-glove guest services
- In-house property management
- Global diversification
- No leverage or commingling
- Personal use benefits at investor rates
We handle everything. You share the experience.
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