Tropical Islands

Bannister Caye is a private island boasting 600 feet of white coral sand beach and surrounded by the crystal-clear, turquoise-blue water of the Caribbean Sea. Presently, the island is leased out by the owner to a tour operator who caters largely to the ever growing cruise ship industry. Guests enjoy a range of activities: some are eager to participate in the kayaking, swimming, snorkeling  diving, and fishing available, while others simply like to party, dance and lounge around. In Belize, there is something for everyone, and Bannister Caye is equipped to offer fun for the entire family

Bannister Caye: A Lucrative Investment

LoAnn Halden No destination on the planet is more closely associated with luxury than the Maldives, and for good reason. Its landscape seems as if it burst from the sea floor ready-made for exclusive resorts: More than 1,000 coral islands rest contentedly atop an underwater mountain range in the middle of the Indian Ocean, basking in year-round sun and caressed by otherworldly azure seas. The surrounding reefs teem with tropical fish only a few fin kicks off the islands’ white-sand beaches

Coco Privé Kuda Hithi Island

Welcome to the Spring/Summer ’13 edition of Private Islands Magazine. I grew up in a place very different from the islands of Fiji, in the smog-filled, crime-driven, concrete valley of South Central Los Angeles. As a boy living in L.A., I dreamed not only of having my own home, but of having a magical place that all of my family and friends could come – a place with warm waters, sunny skies, and exuberant smiles. In my early 20s, I set out on a quest to see the greatest islands in the world, from the Seychelles to Bora Bora. Eventually, I found home in the amazing culture of Fiji, where time is told by the beat of the lali drum, and where laughter is the dominant sound that fills the air, outside the soothing lull of crashing waves.

Letter from the Editor: Tony Robbins

By David M. Brown After landing at the airport on Busuanga Island in northernmost Palawan province, you can reach magical Dumunpalit Island in about an hour, depending on the trades, by a spider boat or smaller banca piloted by the local Filipinos. As if knowing you’re en route somewhere special, dolphins often frolic, arc and dive beside you in the turquoise waters. The approximately 75-acre red marble and volcanic-rock island, surrounded by coral reefs, is in the Mindoro Strait connecting the South China Sea to the Sulu Sea, about a 40-minute flight southeast of Manila. Dumunpalit is a last frontier of the Philippines, a timeless land of awe, wonder, sea and stars

Turtle Island: The Island that Moves

The private island lifestyle goes hand-in-hand with adventure, independence, and style. One of the best ways to compliment this lifestyle is to explore one’s surrounding waters. For those looking to dive in deep, we recommend U-Boat Worx. U-Boat Worx is a Netherlands-based company specializing in the crafting of high-quality, cost-effective private submarines. Catering to a diverse and passionate group of end-users, they build a versatile and trend-setting line of submersibles that balances luxury with innovation. Setting the standard for 21 st  Century underwater exploration, their mission is to create the safest, most reliable, highest quality and technologically advanced submersibles using 21st century innovations and materials at the industry’s most competitive prices.

U-Boat Worx: For the Adventurous Islander

Just off Panama’s Pacific coast, nestled between nationally protected marine areas in the Gulf of Montijo, is tropical Cebaco Island. With its rolling hills, palm-fringed coves, sandy beaches, cascading waterfalls, and dramatic rock formations, this 3706-acre island is a world of its own. Seen from above, the island looks like an emerald set in a sea of sapphire. Facing the open Pacific on the island’s Southwestern side is Cebaco Private Biosphere, a unique real-estate opportunity.

Cebaco Island: An Emerald in Panama

The majestic mountain aerie that is Shelter Island Estate has recently reduced its asking price by USD$ 15, 500, 000. Originally priced at USD$ 75, 000, 000, the island is now selling for USD$ 59, 500, 000. With such an extreme price drop, this incredibly rare property has re-positioned itself in the island market – once a distant dream, it now stands as a viable reality for many island buyers.

Shelter Island Estate drops asking price by USD$ 15.5 M

Resting in the calm, clean waters of Buckeye Lake is the beautifully-groomed, 5-acre Ducks Island. This lovely Ohio property is developed with a gorgeous 3-bedroom home, perfect for both family and corporate retreats. Built in 1998, the island home sports a full-service kitchen with a great bar and center island. The main floor’s open-concept design allows you to cook casual or gourmet, while hosting and enjoying the lake activity right off your island property. Other features  include two gorgeous wrap-around porches, a swim spa, an encompassing boardwalk, and 8 decks

Ducks Island – A Versatile Retreat

Dolphin Jump Key -  $2295 – $2795 per week Located in the Gulf of Mexico, a half mile off of Marathon, this private island includes a traditional conch cottage as well as a modern two bedroom waterfront home in Marathon. The quaint private island cottage is only a short five minute boat ride from the waterfront shore home. This special getaway is suited to accommodate the ideal vacation for everyone! Whether you are looking for an exciting island adventure with snorkelling, swimming, and kayaking on the beautiful Dolphin Jump Key, or a quiet romantic 2nd honeymoon with sun bathing, reading, and relaxing at the home in Marathon, this package offers it all. The Marathon community is just 100 miles south of Miami and 50 miles north of Key West

Three Fabulous Florida Rentals

For the month of February, Stranger’s Cay will be selling for USD$ 2.75 million. The property is a 360-acre Bahamian private island, 200 miles North East of Miami, Florida and 140 miles North East of Nassau, Bahamas. Previously, the owner of Stranger’s Cay had been offering to sell 50% of the island for USD $1.6 million. In terms of terrain, Stranger’s Cay is uninhabited, mostly wild, and covered with a thick cover of lush vegetation. Its elevation is 50 feet above sea level at its highest point, with several acres above 40 feet.

Stranger’s Cay – Drastic Price Reduction