Fantastic Fiji
Friday, February 29th, 2008It seems like it has been an unusually cold winter here in the US, and from what I have heard from the news and friends around the world, it has been a particularly cold winter in many other regions as well. Therefore to inspire warm thoughts and create a little envy towards those of you […]
Island Bugs ‘B’ Gone
Thursday, February 28th, 2008As anyone who reads this website on a regular basis could tell you, if there is anything I like more that private islands it’s technology that makes Private Island living easier, more relaxing or more environmentally friendly.
A new technology that falls into the later category is the ultrasonic bug repeller. An ultrasonic bug […]
Roll Out Solar Panel
Wednesday, February 27th, 2008Anyone who lives on a private island and has attempted to purchase and install solar panels knows that it can be quite an exhausting ordeal. A new product that has recently come on the market that could change this is the solar roll. These roll out solar panels are portable, light weight and easy to […]
A Reader Ask’s
Tuesday, February 26th, 2008From time to time I get questions from reader’s that I feel are worth sharing with everyone else. Here is a question one reader recently sent me.
Mark,
I was recently reading an article in Forbes about Private Islands. All the islands seem really expensive, is it really possible for everyone to own […]
How to Construct a Man Made Island
Monday, February 25th, 2008Artificial man-made islands are growing in popularity for both personal use and for use as ecological preserves and animal refuges. I thought I would share with you today a great website chronicling the construction of an artificial private island in Washington State.
Named Betty’s Island, this artificial private island is located in LL Buchanan Lake. The […]
African Island Adventure
Sunday, February 24th, 2008The great thing about private islands, is that they are quite literally everywhere. One region that doesn’t get a lot of attention, but has some amazing private island resorts is Africa. Today I thought I would feature a couple of private island resorts that may be worth checking out while on your next African Safari.
Mfangano […]
The Fisherman’s Kayak
Saturday, February 23rd, 2008I love to feature products that are practical, efficient, and environmentally friendly. Sometimes however, I like to feature products that are pure luxury, items that just make Private Island living that much better.
I’m avid fisherman, and I enjoy kayaking so when I came across the Fisherman’s Kayak I knew I had to feature it. The […]
Work and Live on a Private Island
Friday, February 22nd, 2008Although many people dream of buying a private island as a place to escape from the world of work, some people buy private islands in the hopes of turning it into a place of employment.
It is actually quite common for people interested in buying a private island to have dreams of turning it into […]
Island Caretaking Resource
Thursday, February 21st, 2008I am continually getting requests from people who are looking to serve as caretakers on private islands. Although it’s a great job, it’s a tough one to get. It really is a shame that there isn’t more island caretaking positions. I can imagine it would be a great opportunity for those of you who can’t […]
James River Estate: Part of a Private Island Package
Wednesday, February 20th, 2008Today I thought I would feature a remarkable estate and a unique private island/main land compromise. The James River Estate is located in a private residential community located at the confluence of the Hames and Chickahominy Rivers, which is just seven miles from Williamsburg.
The home is located on 1,482 acres, and is surrounded by 10 […]
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