The Private Islands Blog » Travel Blogs http://www.privateislandsblog.com Wed, 08 Sep 2010 05:02:39 +0000 http://wordpress.org/?v=2.7.1 en hourly 1 A Diver’s Dream http://www.privateislandsblog.com/2009/07/29/a-divers-dream/ http://www.privateislandsblog.com/2009/07/29/a-divers-dream/#comments Wed, 29 Jul 2009 06:01:57 +0000 The Islomaniac® http://www.privateislandsblog.com/?p=1840 Conrad Maldives Rangali IslandThe Maldive’s is famous for being a extraordinary getaway.  However with the opening of the Conrad Maldives Rangali Island, luxury is being taken to a whole new level.  The luxury resort caputres the essence of what the Maldives and what it has to offer.

In addition to being a luxury resort the Conrad Maldives Rangali Island resort is also one of the best diving and snorkeling locations in the world. Nestled into the South Ari Atoll the private island resort is surrounded by spectacular diving sites the have gained popularity with not only diving enthusists, but A-list celebrities as well. The resorts Dive Center is managed by internationally renowned SubAqua diving specialists. Guests can select from a variety of PADI courses and excursions for all levels.

Source: Paradizo

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After months of searching tourism Queensland has announced the winner of the best job in the world contest. Ben Southall, 34, beat out nearly 35,000 applicants from around the world for the “difficult” assignment to swim, explore and relax on Hamilton Island in the Great Barrier Reef for the next six months.

Officials stated they were impressed with Southall’s proactive approach to campaigning for the role, which included securing an extensive amount of media coverage. The job requires Southhall to write a blog about his adventures on the island. In return, Southall will be payed $150,000.

In addition to being paid Southall will live for free in an airy, three-bedroom oceanfront villa with a private pool and sweeping views of the surrounding islands. 

 

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Island Caretaker Job

Island Caretaker Job

Finally a job site I can fully relate too! Private Island Jobs is a new site dedicated to those wanting to work on a private island and to the island owners/resort managers seeking employees who can appreciate the benefits of private island employment.

Polish up your resume and post to one of the following sections:

Island Caretaker:  Responsible for general property maintenance, transportation, security, and preparing the island for owners or guests, caretakers are an essential part of island life.

Food and Beverage: Private or tourism-based gastronomy positions can include host or hostesses, wait staff, bartenders, chefs, and kitchen support personnel like dishwashers and cooking assistants.

Hospitality Services: Jobs in this category can include front desk staff, swimming/sports instructors, spa professionals, social directors and others geared to those who help make guest’s stays enjoyable.

Management: The behind-the-scenes employees who ensure that island resorts operate smoothly; this section includes general managers, bookkeepers, administrative assistants and customer service reps.

Post your Resume Today: PrivateIslandJobs.com

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