If it’s utter seclusion, peace and tranquility you want, then a private island is the only place to go. There are many alluring such properties scattered in different parts of the world, so if you have extra money to blow, join the elite of the elite and book a trip to one of the below described paradises to experience luxury amenities of a resort still feeling like the island is all yours!
Peter Island Resort & Spa, British Virgin Islands
An exclusive upscale resort in the secluded and largely undeveloped Peter Island – the largest private island in the British Virgin Islands, Peter Island Resort & Spa is something to be stayed in to be believed. Set amidst swaying palms and with stupendous views of land and sea, the resort is clustered around the pristine sands of Deadman’s beach and the neighboring bay and has the capability of housing over a hundred guests at a time in its 55 Caribbean-style accommodations in beachfront suites and private cottages. The resort’s most outstanding attribute is its variety of recreation with everything from sailing, windsurfing and swimming in the pool to hiking, biking, tennis and basketball.
The resort’s newly added 10,000 square feet spa is an ideal retreat for full relaxation and pampering with Ayurvedic treatments, massages, body therapies and facial renewals. ‘Tradewinds’ is the resort’s fine dining restaurant, open for breakfast and dinner, while lunch is a more laid back affair, generally taken at Deadman’s serving grills and lighter meals. Moreover, the staff can prepare a picnic lunch for guests to enjoy on the deserted White Bay Beach, one of the 5 exquisite beaches of Peter Island.
Accessible only by boat or helicopter and surrounded by the sparkling waters of the Atlantic, Caribbean and Sir Francis Drake Channel, Peter island has more staff members than guests that always welcome romance seekers to experience the idyllic, still untouched serenity of the island, the resort’s luxury offerings and its inspired scenery! Be sure, your dreams will become a reality in Peter Island Resort & Spa.
Wakaya Club, Fiji
Selected by Traveler as one of the top 25 destination resorts in the world, the private Wakaya Club & Spa is perhaps the most exclusive resort in the Fijian Islands, surrounded with lush tropical forests, amazing waterfalls, gorgeous beaches and fascinating life above and below the waters. Designed for privacy and able to accommodate only eighteen guests at a time, this peaceful hideaway offers gracious living, awe-inspiring cuisine and unique leisure opportunities in one of the most remote and pristine corners of the world.
Ten free-standing and individually designed waterfront Fijian cottage suites, called ‘Bures,’ comprise the resort, each with 1,650 square feet of privacy and serenity. Under the thatched roof, guests will find airy, high-pitched ceilings, four-poster king-size bamboo bed and inviting island-style furnishings. An oversized tub in the modern bathroom, fluffy cotton robes and towels add to the extravagance of the suite.
The highest standards of luxury, Fijian warmth and hospitality prevail in this private island resort, promising fun- and romance-filled holidays in a truly paradisiacal environment. From strolling in the surf at sunset and taking a tranquil walk through the forest, alive with exotic flora and fauna to trying your hand on the resort’s challenging nine-hole golf and scuba diving in the pristine waters of Fiji, Wakaya Club & Spa will fill your days with a great mood and memories to remember forever.
Cayo Espanto, Belize
Three miles from San Pedro, off the coast of Belize lies a picturesque and truly spectacular private retreat – Cayo Espanto, a hyper-luxurious boutique resort that has long been a great hotspot for the rich and famous, including Leonardo DiCaprio, Robert De Niro, Harrison Ford and Calista Flockheart to name but four. Surrounded by the calm waters of the Western Caribbean, and very close to the world’s second largest Barrier Reef system, this world-class private island resort is an ideal escape for the discriminating few who demand the best life has on offer.
Boasting 6 premium Villas and 1 over-water Bungalow, all lavishly decorated and with ultra-modern amenities, Cayop Espanto also offers exceptional dining experience with a new menu created daily to perfectly suit your tastes, as well as fine pampering in the resort’s spa, featuring massage therapies, manicures, facials, aroma therapies and more. Adventure is moments away in Cayo Espanto and contains amazing array of water sports, as well as day trips and excursions to the mainland of Belize, where you can enjoy numerous places of interest, from the Mayan ruins of Lamanai to river journeys and visits to inland spas.
As long as you’ve reserved in advance, the resort will have one of its private shuttle boats waiting for you near the San Pedro Airport for the wonderful 7-minute ride to the island. One of the advantages of Cayo Espanto is that you can rent the entire island for $12,000 per night if you do want to avoid seeing strangers. The price includes all 6 villas for up to 16 guests.
Other famous private island resorts include the eco-friendly Star Island in Bahamas, Fregate Island in Seychelles and the truly striking The Beach House in Manafaru, Maldives.