The entrance to the Philippine paradise
The supply of private island rentals has increased enormously in recent times, leaving us with a wide range of options, from the outrageously expensive and luxurious to more affordable ones to live an authentic Robinson Crusoe experience. We tell you about our favorites. There were going to be five, but in the end we couldn't resist: here they go seven Wonders that will make your teeth long.
1)ARIARA ISLAND: THE ASIAN JEWEL
In the heart of the Calamian Islands in the Philippines, one of the most beautiful regions of the planet, is Ariara, a small island of just 120 hectares , a paradise for lovers of diving and water sports. It has 8 villas with capacity to accommodate up to 17 guests.
The price per day ranges between 2,700-5,800 dollars per day (from 2,000 to 4,300 euros approximately) depending on the season (includes meals and two daily dives)
120 hectares of Thai lushness all to yourself
2) MUSHA CAY-BAHAMAS: THE ISLAND OF DAVID COPPERFIELD
If you are one of the skeptics who think that paradise is a tall tale, you are about to change your mind, because Musha Cay which belongs to the famous illusionist David Copperfield It is the closest thing to Eden that exists. 40 beaches of fine sand, 700 acres of tropical nature, five dream villas with capacity for 24 tenants , a team made up of 30 people willing to make any wish come true, no matter how small, of the lucky guests...
The price? At the height of the cache of regulars, famous as Oprah Winfrey or John Travolta : $37,000 a day. The rest, enjoy the photos.
David Copperfield's Paradise
The illusionist island of the Bahamas
3)ILE LOUËT: WEEKEND WITH FRIENDS
This tiny island off the coast of Carantec in Brittany houses one of the most emblematic constructions of this French region, its famous lighthouse painted white , opened in 1860 and available as accommodation since 1998.
Bring 10 friends and enjoy a unique experience at a more than reasonable price: 184 euros for one day and one night or 307 euros for 2 days and two nights (maximum stay allowed).
Ile Louët, the white lighthouse on the Carantec coast
4) TAGOMAGO ISLAND: ISLAND PRIVACY IN SPAIN
Tagomago It is one of the few private islands in the Iberian Peninsula and without a doubt one of the most exclusive in the Mediterranean. just 900 meters from Ibiza. The only construction on the entire island is a luxurious villa in the purest Ibizan style with five double suites and an outdoor Jacuzzi. A permanent team of four people guarantee a five-star service.
Since 2008 it has been a regular destination for celebrities and the cream of the European jet set, and it is that the 100,000 euros that costs a week's stay, not everyone can afford it.
900 meters from Ibiza, Tagomago is the ideal refuge
5)LI GALLI: AN ISLAND OF CINEMA
If yours is the classic cinema and the glamor of celluloid We have found the place of your dreams. 20 minutes by boat from Positano, in southern Italy, is the Li Galli Island that belonged to the dancer Rudolf Nureyev from 1967 until his death in 1993. Inextricably linked to the world of cinema, mythical stars have passed through this romantic island: Greta Garbo, Roberto Rossellini, Ingrid Bergman, Sophia Loren , and other famous names such as the billionaire shipowner Aristotle Onassis, who by the way loved islands (he himself owned one in Greece, Skorpios) . 6 beautiful rooms, a seawater swimming pool and a chapel for 20 people are, among others, the charms of this island on the Amalfi Coast.
The price? Only available on demand.
Li Galli is the Italian celluloid island par excellence
6) SLEEPING IN A LIGHTHOUSE: A ROBINSON CRUSOE-LIKE EXPERIENCE
Looking to get lost away from damned civilization? Something really unique and different but within reach of a modest pocket? ** Stay in one of the eleven lighthouses ** that since 1990 are available for rent in the croatian coast , some of them located on true remote islands. If you are lucky enough that the lighthouse is still in use, you will also have the opportunity to share experiences and stories with the guardians of the place, the lighthouse keepers . But attention, this crusonian adventure is only suitable for the most experienced adventurers since many of the islands lack vegetation and the beaches are non-existent or very rocky. But if you still persist in the idea, you will have total peace guaranteed.
The price? From 80 to 150 euros for 4 people per day.
Vacation in a lighthouse? Struga, Croatia
Sharing a house with a Croatian lighthouse keeper in Struga
7)NECKER ISLAND: JAMES BOND LOOKING
This island, located in the British Virgin Islands in the Caribbean, is privately owned by magnate Richard Branson, founder of the Virgin Group. In addition to 200 pink flamingos, on this island you will find dream beaches, eight Balinese-style luxury villas with capacity for 28 people and the possibility of practicing various sports such as diving, canoeing, sailing or tennis (with instructor included).
But without a doubt, the main dish on the menu is a mini-submarine, the Necker Nymph , with which the eccentric Sir Richard Branson gives us the chance to emulate Agent 007. Specially designed by Virgin, this prodigy of technology can carry a maximum of 3 people to a depth of 30 meters.
What will it cost you? 26,500 dollars per week (about 19,680 euros). If you convince 27 friends you will pay about 700 euros per day each. The island is rented in its entirety except on special occasions when it can be rented by rooms.
For those interested in knowing more about private islands, it has just been published Private Islands for Rent (Jonglez publishing house), the result of more than seven years of research carried out by Chris Kroll Canadian company president Private Islands and that includes a selection of 30 islands. At the moment, the book is only available in English.
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