How to Take a Private Island Vacation
Imagine being surrounded by water and the location is all yours, if only for a week. Booking a private-island vacation is one of the ultimate getaways. A holiday on a private island is as luxurious or rustic as you want to make it, and private-island vacations are available all over the world.
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Decide on a location for a private-island vacation. Although we tend to think of private islands in tropical settings, you can book a holiday on islands all over the United States and Canada.
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Set a price range. Of course, you can spend $4,000 a week for a private-island vacation in an exotic locale such as off the Australian coast, but there's plenty available for under $500 a week.
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Make a list of the things you want in a private island vacation. Some, for instance, are so remote that there won't be many services such as telephone or television.
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Look at private-island vacations in Florida. There's a wide price range that buys you some great camping and bird watching, or a luxury home with Jacuzzi and wireless Internet.
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Think about a more northern destination. There are private-island vacations available in Lake Ontario, for instance, where a 10-mile boat ride takes you to a cabin and large island great for hiking, hunting or just being away from it all.
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Check on travel arrangements. Most private-island vacation prices don't include airfare, and it can cost extra for the boat ride or plane ride to the island. You may need to make the arrangements yourself to get to the island from the mainland.
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Tips & Warnings
Ask travel companies or booking agents for names of people who are willing to talk about their private-island vacation experience at a particular destination. This helps you make sure the one you choose is right for you.
