Buying an island is an expensive proposition. In an unforgiving world such as ours, it is easy for an unsuspecting buyer to be led astray. From failing to hire a licensed broker to arousing hostile natives, many things can go wrong in the island-buying process. The following guide shows ten of the most common mistakes island buyers make, and ways to avoid them.
Didn’t find what wanted under the Christmas tree this year? Don’t be too upset, because I didn’t get the private island I’ve been dreaming of either. Not wasting too much time on such a disappointment I knew would come, I put together a list of four things every island owner must have to be an island king. Sure, anyone can be an island owner, but if you want to be king of your island, you’ll need to check out the list after the jump…
Because of the secluded nature of private islands, basic medical supplies like band-aids and cold medicine can be hard to come by. The absence of these basic necessities can dramatically worsen the effects of even the slightest injuries, so it is a good idea of any islander to always have a first-aid kit at the ready. Doing so will make living on your private island safer and more enjoyable for everyone. Learn how to make your own first-aid kit after the jump…
One of the biggest obstacles met in developing an island of any size is generating enough electricity. Unless their islands happen to have access to a nearby power grid, private islanders are usually stuck having to find ways to make their own power. Usually this comes in the form of solar or wind energy. While good for the environment and self-sufficient, solar panels and wind turbines are very expensive to install. A new solar technology invented by a group of folks at the Nanosolar company is expected to drastically reduce the price of solar panels, a bit of news private island builders will be happy to hear.
The technology, conveniently referred as Nanosolar panels, allows for the development of ultra-thin solar panels that are currently being produced for 90 cent/watt. Compared to the typical $3/watt conventional solar pane;s cost, you can see how these panels could revolutionize electricity on private islands.
The Nanosolar company has already shipped the first Nanosolar units out. You can read more about them here.
Hello and hi. Welcome to The Private Islander. For many years, it’s been my dream to own a private island, a little paradise of my own where I can relax in privacy and seclusion. No loudness, no interference. Just me, the waves, the wind, and the sand.
Over time, reality has come upon me. As nice it would be to have a private island, the economics of it just wouldn’t work out. Rather than let my private island dreams go awash, I’ve decided to place them here. Here I will post all kinds of things about personal islands, including buying tips, news, and pictures. Just because I don’t own a private island doesn’t mean I can’t blog about islands!
Maybe some day I will be able to buy my own island. In the mean time, I hope you enjoy reading my blog!