Exclusive Escapes: Discover these 5 Private Island Resorts

What is a private island resort?

A private island resort is an exclusive and luxurious destination where guests enjoy unparalleled privacy and personalized service. Typically, the entire island is dedicated to the resort. There are a limited number of accommodations which creates an intimate and serene environment on the island.

These resorts are known for their personalized service, catering to the unique preferences and desires of each guest. The experience is curated with your private chefs and butlers attending to your every need.

Natural beauty and tranquility are part of the charm. These private island resorts offer pristine beaches, lush vegetation, and crystal-clear waters.

From the Caribbean to the Seychelles and the Maldives, here are 5 exclusive island escapes where premium service is a priority along with natural beauty, and unique experiences…

The Brando – French Polynesia

Marlon Brando first spied the island on a hike in Tahiti while filming Mutiny on the Bounty in the early 1960s, and for years dreamt about building a luxury resort here. He envisioned a place where luxury lives in harmony with nature. And that is exactly what he created. The resort opened in 2014 and began welcoming guests from around the world. The Brando is a remote, elegant island hideaway with smart eco-credentials. Sustainability is at the heart of this magnificent private island resort. Only a 20-minute flight from the island of Tahiti, the 35 private villas and one private residence are each their own retreat. The Brando’s French chef brings a unique style to the resort’s cuisine, creating a fusion of Polynesian flavors and classical French techniques that tantalize your palate.

Velaa Private Island – Maldives

Born from a love for the Maldives, Velaa Private Island is the passion project of a couple who wanted to create the world’s most luxurious private island resort and personal home. Located a 45-minute seaplane flight from Malé, Velaa is a destination in a category of its own, home to an array of amenities unseen across the Indian Ocean. Each of the 47 villas (beachfront and overwater), houses, and residences are constructed using natural materials. Designed with privacy, comfort and luxury as the guiding principles which encourage sensory exploration and total immersion in nature. For the epicurean, Velaa Private Island boasts extraordinary culinary experiences with venues that are unrivalled throughout the Maldives and an extensive wine cellar with an exclusive selection from around the globe. With four restaurants, four bars and a wine cellar, Velaa Private Island offers a magical fusion of International and Maldivian cuisine.

Ambergris Cay – Turks & Caicos

Ambergris Cay is an exclusive private island in the Turks and Caicos. Originally established as a community for private homeowners, Ambergris Cay opened as a private island resort in 2019. Now, those seeking a secluded luxury escape can enjoy access to over 1,100-acres of mostly untouched land, ready to be explored by a select few. There are 17 beachfront bungalows, 2 two-bedroom bungalows with private pools, 9 luxury villa accommodations, ranging from three to six bedrooms, all facing the ocean and outfitted in contemporary tropical décor. The experience is bespoke and tailored to the individual.

Peter Island Resort – British Virgin Islands

This resort is re-opening in Fall of 2024, after a six-year renovation. Peter Island Resort is located on the largest private island in the British Virgin Islands. This spectacular island is surrounded by five powdery white sand beaches. Fifty of the resorts’ 52 rooms and suites are all beachfront. At the newly reimagined Peter Island Resort, there is no limit to how you spend your time as every experience is uniquely yours.

Fregate Island – Seychelles

A paradise of dazzling white sand and lush jungle, Fregate Island allows its guests a unique, romantic escape from the world. The island resort is currently closed as it becomes a new sustainable property. It will be similar in size and area footprint. However, the significantly larger 18 villas are going to blend into nature and will be redesigned to be made from glass, stone and lightwood. In addition, state of the art technology will minimize energy consumption through partial use of solar energy. A new road system and upgraded building infrastructure will ensure the island operates even more sustainably. Stay tuned for the re-opening in 2025.

Which of these magnificent island resorts is calling your name? Reach out for more details or to begin planning your island getaway.

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