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Instant Hot Showers Anywhere

Monday, March 31st, 2008

Many people who live on islands don’t mind roughing, after all its part of the experience.  However, if you were to ask anyone living on an undeveloped island for any extended period of time what they miss the most, a hot shower is probably near the top of their list.
I recently came across this neat […]

The Spring Island Rush has Begun: Part 1

Sunday, March 30th, 2008

Here in the Northern Hemisphere Spring is just around the corner, and that means soon many people will be rushing to find the perfect summer retreat.
As an avid proponent of private island vacations I would recommend renting a private island this summer. Over the next few weeks I will occasionally be featuring island […]

Explore Cape Breton Island

Saturday, March 29th, 2008

I often envy people who live on sparsely populated islands in remote areas of the world. In many ways they have the benefit of the private island experience without having to sacrifice the sense of community that comes with living in larger settlements.
Although not isolated, Cape Breton Island is one of my favorite islands. Located […]

Private Island Cooking

Friday, March 28th, 2008

Cooking while on your island isn’t something I talk about frequently on this blog.  The fact of the matter is if you live on a well developed island, except for the fact that there may be no convenience store nearby, is pretty much the same as cooking anywhere else. 
However, if you live on a […]

Thinking Green on Private Islands

Thursday, March 27th, 2008

 

Private Islands aren’t just for relaxation. They can also be the ideal spot for the “working vacation.” Case and point is Richard Branson who recently invited some of the world most influential people to Necker Island for a discussion on whether or not the world could ever work together to tackle climate change and […]

Private Island Birthday Parties

Wednesday, March 26th, 2008

Although not really mainstream yet, more and more people are celebrating birthdays, anniversaries and engagements on private islands. From the rustic to the lavish increasing numbers of couples are renting private islands to celebrate monumental occasions on.
For example it was reported last year that British Billionaire Philip Green celebrated his 55th birthday […]

Private Islands for You…Your Kids…and There Kids

Tuesday, March 25th, 2008

Private islands are often only viewed as being for the adventurous. However, as communication, water-filtration, and power generation technology develops island living is becoming more hospitable to the everyday family.  Here are a couple of private islands currently for sale that are family friendly. 

Willo Island, New York
Just an hour by car from New York City […]

Black’s Island Resort or Villas for Sale

Monday, March 24th, 2008

Blacks Island is a stunning development island located of Florida’s Forgotten Coast. The Forgotten Coast is a beautiful secluded region world renowned for its beaches and picturesque sunsets. Black’s Island is unlike many other islands on the market as it is a ready, fully developed island resort. The island features 26 […]

Easter Island…Of Course

Sunday, March 23rd, 2008

If you are one of my avid readers, then most likely you were expecting this post today.  In honor of Easter, it is only natural to profile Easter Island.  Easter Island is one of the most remote famous islands in the world.  Known for its incredible history and moai stone statues, it draws visitors from […]

How Green is “The World”

Saturday, March 22nd, 2008

In a post “inconvenient truth” world there is a greater emphasis on green technology and green living.  In accordance with this new global philosophy people are more critical of development projects.  One such project that is being monitored by environmentalists is The World project in Dubai.

Much like any land reclamation project, the World is inherently […]

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