Why is the Palm Shaped Like a Palm?
Saturday, November 10th, 2007One of my favorite websites is How Stuff Works. This website has literally hundred of articles on how everything from a lawnmower to a nuclear reactor works. They recently released an article about why and how the Palm in Dubai was built. The article provides a detailed record of why the islands are […]
The Advantage of Fully Developed Islands!
Friday, November 9th, 2007One of the biggest challenges facing new island owners is determining how to develop on their island. Building on an island can be both challenging and time consuming, and for most it is well worth the minor hassel. However, other island owners do not want to go through the process of developing […]
Artificial or Natural: The Debate Continues
Thursday, November 8th, 2007As an older gentleman I often find myself marveling at the rate and complexity of which islands are being constructed around the world. If we look back even a few years ago artificial islands were rarely developed, and when they were they were usually for large commercial purposes. Now with advanced technologies artificial islands are […]
A Reader Inquires about Island Boredom
Wednesday, November 7th, 2007Recently one of my avid readers sent me the following question…
Good day Mark,
I currently work as an investment banker in London and have always wanted to escape to a private island. I am thinking about renting a private island for a month or so in the Caribbean, or possibly the South Pacific. My […]
Where to Market your Island
Tuesday, November 6th, 2007Many island owners choose to market their island(s) locally/regionally, and in some regions such as New Zealand you have to market your island to the local population first. However, for many island owners this approach is futile. Simply put, islands are too rare of a passion to sell locally, there simply […]
How do I Get to a Private Island?
Monday, November 5th, 2007Whether it be a private island, a private island resort or a small island nation, islands are a top destination for tourists. Whether you are looking for luxury, isolation, or just relaxation the diversity that islands offer mean that there is quite literally “something for everyone.” However, despite the appeal of islands, many people […]
Does Michael Schumacher Really Have an Island in Duabi?
Sunday, November 4th, 2007A week or so ago I posted about Michael Schumacher island in the World Dubai. According to recent reports Mr. Schumaker’s island is the first to be completely developed and the images are stunning. It is also reported that the island was a gift to the German race car driver from Sheikh Mohammed […]
When is it the Right Time to Sell Your Island?
Saturday, November 3rd, 2007Unless you pass your island down to a loved one or donate it to an environmental group eventually you will need to sell your island. This leads many island owners to wonder when it is the right time to sell your property.
Unfortunately there is no easy answer to this question. This is because island […]
Private Island Movies
Friday, November 2nd, 2007Now that it is fall here on my island, the days are getting shorter and the nights are getting longer. This means that I have more time than ever to entertain my hobbies and take some time to rest and relax after my very hectic summer. One of my favorite things to do […]
Luxury Modular Homes
Thursday, November 1st, 2007Modular homes are a quick, efficient and often economical way to build on your island. The main advantage of modular homes is that all of the materials that you need to construct your home are usually sent together in one cohesive package. For island owners this means that you are significantly reducing the time and […]
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