Cool Private Islands Resorts

Book excerpt: From temperate forests to white tropical sands, island retreats let you get away from the world--or take it all with you! No matter if it's simple rustic shacks or deluxe sanctuaries with spas and five-star cooking, there's an island resort to match all tastes. The locations range from freshwater lakes to the middle of vast oceans. Whether it's an ornate mansion on a dramatic windswept rock or a sunlit beach bungalow in the balmy South Seas, there is an ideal island resort out there to suit you. Whether for a spectacular wedding, a unique family gathering, or a stunning corporate event, your ideal island retreat is out there--waiting to welcome you to its solitary shores. Text in English, German and French SELLING POINTS: *An essential guide to some of the world's most exhilarating island getaways *Ideal for both the armchair traveler and those planning a memorable vacation ILLUSTRATIONS: 250 colour photographs