Wind up LED Lantern
Friday, January 11th, 2008I will go on the record and say that I am highly aversive to batteries. On islands, when resources are limited it is important to have access to reliable and efficient appliances. Therefore I prefer appliances and gadgets that can be plugged in or recharged.
As technology advances and we become more focused on “green […]
Own a Private Island Business in Finland
Thursday, January 10th, 2008The private islands of Northern Europe are often neglected, which is a shame considering that many are quite beautiful and are often adorned with beautiful homes. Ronngrund Island is Finland is one such island. The 7.5 acre island offers an elegant, yet comfortable residence. Located just 2 miles from Helsinki and just 1 mile from […]
Eigg Island to get Electricity for First Time
Wednesday, January 9th, 2008In 1997 a group of islanders purchased the island of Eigg from its German owner for 1.5 Million Pounds. Now as an ambitious project comes to a close, for the first time Eigg Island residents will have electricity.
Until now the residents have had to get by using diesel or hydro generators and have had to […]
How to Fill in Island Low Spots
Tuesday, January 8th, 2008Although not the norm, many island owners deem is necessary to fill in low spots in and around their island to make it more suitable for development. In order to fill in low spots, dirt or silt must be transported to your island to level out uneven or waterlogged terrain.
Even on islands […]
New Atlantis to be Built on Artificial Island
Monday, January 7th, 2008Most travelers and island enthusiasts are familiar with the Atlantis resort in the Bahamas. What many people don’t know is a new Atlantis Resort is being built on the Palm Jumeirah, the man made island project currently under construction in Dubai.
Much like its counterpart in the Bahamas the Atlantis Palm Jumeirah will feature […]
Roosevelt Island: Part of American History
Sunday, January 6th, 2008For 1.8 million dollars you could own not only a private island but a piece of American history and a property owned by the family of one of our most famous American Presidents.
Roosevelt Island, located in Montana is a 61 acre island located on the Missouri river. The island illustrious history began on June 14, […]
Underwater Digital Camera Mask
Saturday, January 5th, 2008As I am sure many of my avid readers can tell you I am not very knowledgeable about technology. However I can identify products that would make island living easier, safer or more fun. The underwater digital camera mask is the later.
This scuba mask/camera, manufactured by Liquid Image, allows the user to take images […]
Eddie Murphy’s Private Island
Friday, January 4th, 2008Yesterday I reported that Eddie Murphy married on a private island in French Polynesia off the coast of Bora Bora. What I neglected to mention was that Murphy also owns a Private Island
Murphy owns Rooster Cay, also known as Long Cay, a pristine 15 acre island just five minutes away from Nassau Bahamas. Before […]
Eddie Murphy Marries on Private Island
Thursday, January 3rd, 2008Celebrities have always been fans of private islands, but its seems lately they have been going absolutely wild for private islands. On New Years Day Eddie Murphy and finance Tracey Edmonds married on a private island off of Bora Bora in French Polynesia. This is the third celebrity private island in as many weeks with […]
Spanish Island with Castle for Rent
Wednesday, January 2nd, 2008The name Isla del Castillo del Burguillo almost rolls of the tongue. At first glace the island seems beautiful, but unremarkable. However, upon second glance one can realize how beautiful this island really is.
Located in Spain, Isla del Castillo del Burguillo is situated in a rural area off the Spanish countryside famous for its […]
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