Private Island Potty
Friday, May 16th, 2008Sanitation posts are far from the most popular articles I post on this website. However for those of us living on Private Islands sanitation is a big concern. Therefore, from time to time I like to feature products that can make disposing of waste safer, easier and more environmentally friendly. One popular product on the market is […]
Private Island Resorts Going Green
Wednesday, May 7th, 2008It seems that everyone is trying to reduce their environmental impact. Although private islands resorts have traditionally been more environmentally responsible than larger main land resorts many are beginning to take steps to make them truely green. A new article published by Forbes Traveler Features a number of resorts, some of which are on private islands […]
Portable Solar Power
Sunday, May 4th, 2008Some people prefer to power the entire infrastructure on thier island, others need no power at all, and some need just need a little here and there to “juice up” a few devices.
A great product that is perfect for island owners/visitors is the Voltaic Systems line of solar bags. The Voltaic Solar Bags are mobile […]
Pre-Fab Homes and Private Islands
Wednesday, April 23rd, 2008In all my years reading articles about private islands and private island living I can’t remember an article about pre-fab homes and private islands. Recently, however, The National Post did published an article on pre-fab homes and private islands. The article features a number of companies that construct pre-fab homes.
One of the featured products is […]
Abandoned Soviet Island City
Tuesday, April 15th, 2008Not too long ago the former Soviet Union was a world super power. The rise and fall of communism in this region can often be understood through its architecture. Many of its structures were abandoned suddenly, and as a result provide a snapshot of life during the communist era in Russia.
One incredible Soviet project […]
Island Gear
Sunday, April 13th, 2008Not everyone builds a home on their island, some people don’t even build cabins. For any number of reasons a sizeable portion of island owners choose to leave their island in a natural state. Therefore, when they visit there island they pitch a tent and spend their holiday camping on their island.
Although many like the idea of […]
Hurricane Katrina Dogs Get a New Island Home
Friday, April 11th, 2008Four pit bulls rescued after Hurricane Katrina are about to have a private island of their own. Candian veterinarian Pilar Gosselin, who, with fellow Alberta vets Dave Brace and Dave Szentimrey, paid $2.2-million to buy deserted Rabbit Island as a refuge for the traumatized pups. The 15-hectare chunk of wilderness sitting off the Sunshine Coast […]
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 Islands for You…Your Kids…and There Kids
Tuesday, March 25th, 2008Private 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 […]
Easter Island…Of Course
Sunday, March 23rd, 2008If 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 […]
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