by Geoffrey Ravoire, Luxury Travel Advisor & Marketing Manager

We’ve always loved the privacy, safety, and charm of a private island. Be it in the Caribbean or the middle of the Indian Ocean, we share with you some of our favorite retreats and resorts located on their own private island.

Exclusive remoteness may be more accessible than you think.

CARIBBEAN & CENTRAL AMERICA

Little Palm Island, Florida

After several years of extensive design and restoration initiatives, the only private island resort in the US has reopened to much acclaim. Authentic thatched roofs and vaulted ceilings are complemented by private outdoor showers, vibrant ocean views, and plush, all-new interiors. Hard to believe you are still in the US!

Musha Cay, Bahamas

Exclusive use only

Musha Cay and the surrounding three islands of Copperfield Bay are tucked away among the out islands of Great Exuma in the southern Bahamas – one of our all-time favorite archipelagoes. Setting Musha Cay apart are its creative experiences designed by illusionist David Copperfield – think masterful treasure hunts, adventures to a “secret village” and goldfish racing at the Musha 500. Also, there are forty pristine beaches for your party to enjoy!

Over Yonder Cay, Bahamas

Exclusive use only

Over Yonder Cay is a privately owned island paradise in the heart of the Bahamas’ Exuma Chain. Previously home to a quaint fishing outpost, the 72-acre island has been tastefully transformed into a dramatic showplace for stunning architectural design and cutting-edge green energy technology. Available for private use only, it is a fantastic playground offering anything from golf to sports fishing.

Jumby Bay, Antigua 

Named for the playful spirits believed to roam the West Indies, Jumby Bay Island is sure to enchant. Situated on a 300-acre private island with two white-sand beaches, the exclusive resort offers plenty of playful diversions, from snorkeling and sailboarding to biking and sunset cocktail cruises – all-inclusive. A favorite of A-listers, Jumby Bay has just received an attractive refresh in its rooms and suites.

COMO Parrot Cay, Turks & Caicos

One of the most exclusive communities in the Caribbean, COMO Parrot Cay is surrounded by the gorgeous waters of Turks & Caicos and embodies COMO’s service ethic, holistic therapies, and mindful cuisine. The décor is minimalist and cool, and the island…unforgettable.

Moskito Island, BVI

Exclusive use only

This beautiful island features private luxury estates, as well as a recreation area and white sandy beaches. They don't do “ordinary” on Moskito Island (one of Sir Richard Branson’s BVI private islands) and your stay promises to be unlike any other experience. Explore the island, take to the waters, or sit back with a glass in hand and soak up the views.

Necker Island, BVI

Exclusive use only except select weeks

From the first moment Sir Richard Branson visited Necker Island in 1978 he had a vision, one that has resulted in one of the world’s most exclusive island retreats. This is barefoot luxury in a setting that’s just about as exclusive as it gets.

Guana Island Resort, BVI

Guana Island is an 850-acre private island boasting seven breathtaking beaches and magnificent snorkeling, sailing, kayaking, and hiking trails. The resort feels small and intimate, the service is relaxed and unpretentious, and the food is exquisite.

Calivigny Island, Grenada

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Calivigny Island combines opulent accommodation and unparalleled service set on a lush private island of the West Indies. Two Balinese and French Colonial-inspired residences and three custom-designed, luxury cottages provide accommodation for up to 50 guests.

Isla Palenque, Panama

Arriving on the Panamanian island of Palenque can feel like jumping into the pages of Robinson Crusoe, where time seems to slow and the world beyond the shore fades away with each incoming wave. Isla Palenque Resort is a sanctuary far from the distractions of modern life where adventure beckons from cliff and cove and swaying hammocks signal tranquility.

Gladden, Belize

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Be greeted with stunning views from every room. Stand in the entryway and let your eyes wander across the swimming pool to the coral reef beyond. Climb to the roof terrace to soak up the sun and bask in the panorama of aquamarine lagoons as far as the eye can see. Everything on this tiny piece of paradise off the coast of Belize is dedicated to you.

Royal Belize, Belize

Exclusive use only

Another Belize private island, Royal Belize is just nine miles off the coast of Belize, in the South Water Caye Marine Reserve World Heritage Site. Located right next to the Belize Barrier Reef, the island resort gives guests easy access to the best fishing, snorkeling, and scuba diving around.

EUROPE

Aman Sveti Stefan, Montenegro

A fortified island village from the 15th century and a royal residence on the Adriatic, Aman Sveti Stefan has fascinated us and our travelers since opening, and for good reasons: It boasts scenic views of both forest and sea, and the historic charm of its architecture is juxtaposed against paradise beach. You can trust Aman to impeccably restore such heritage and give it a new life.

Isola Li Galli, Italy

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Magical since ancient times, when sirens were believed to sing to sailors, these private islands off the Amalfi Coast are our idea of La Dolce Vita. The main island boasts 3 homes, an ancient tower, a chapel, and countless terraces and belvederes to gaze at the coast, the blue ocean, or wave at your friends, arriving by yacht from Capri. What’s not to love?

Isola d’Ibiza, Spain

Exclusive use only

Perfectly located, just 5 minutes off the coast of Ibiza, this paradise island is surrounded by turquoise waters and a unique flora. The modern yet relaxed décor of this retreat makes it an ideal destination for those who seek privacy and luxury in one of the ultimate summer hot spots.

SOUTH PACIFIC

The Brando, French Polynesia

Located on Tetiaroa Atoll, there are ample activities from stand-up paddleboarding and outrigger canoeing to scuba lessons in the lagoon and deep-sea fishing. Legacy of Marlon Brando's conservationist vision, on-site research scientists share their knowledge of Polynesian culture, biodiversity, history, and lifestyle. Don't leave without trying the “Dirty Old Bob” signature cocktail.

Kokomo Island, Fiji

From the barefoot seaplane pilot to the farewell song, every moment spent on Kokomo Island is a highlight. Located in a remote part of Fiji, Kokomo has been built with a sense of community and sustainability in mind. We love the architecture, beaches on both sides of the island, but above all, the warmth of some of the friendliest staff we’ve met.

Lizard Island Resort, Australia

Lizard Island is primarily a National Park of the Great Barrier Reef. The resort, being the only development on the island, enjoys unparalleled access to the stunning wilderness while still offering all the amenities we’ve come to love: morning yoga on the beach, SUP, and delicious food.

INDIAN OCEAN 

Joali, Maldives 

Joali excels at delivering sustainable glamour. Everything on the island and in its villas embodies rich craftsmanship, thoughtful art pieces, and individual stories. There’s just a certain feeling at Joali, which you must experience for yourself. The atoll is also one of the deepest, offering exciting sea life.

Cheval Blanc Randheli, Maldives

A quick flight away from the main island, Cheval Blanc Randheli is a contemporary, intimate resort we adore for its spacious villas, succulent food, and over-the-top activities like the floating golf or the dedicated spa island, entirely dedicated to Guerlain spa rituals and well-being.

Soneva Jani, Maldives

From stargazing at the overwater Observatory to sunset dolphin cruises and the overwater Cinema Paradiso, there is something for everyone to enjoy at Soneva Jani. And yes, this is the resort with a waterslide on the side of your villa!

Four Seasons Desroches Island, Seychelles 

On Desroches Island, there is nothing to distract you from tranquility, save for the sound of birds singing, and an ocean breeze that invites you to come a little closer. One of the largest private island resorts around, there is still the beautiful sense of hospitality à la Four Seasons that makes you forget that you are sharing this piece of paradise.

North Island, Seychelles

Set foot on your own private island in Seychelles. Infinite, exclusive space where the embrace of lush tropical palms and giant granite peaks are second only to the quiet around you. With only 11 villas, this is a perfect island for your next family reunion or destination wedding.

Miavana, Madagascar

Fringed by white-sand beaches and sprawling coral reefs, Time + Tide Miavana is a haven of luxury at the ends of the Earth set on the remote island of Nosy Ankao. Don’t miss guided nature walks to see exquisite birds, crowned lemurs, chameleons or explore the extraordinary marine life by scuba diving to neighboring islands to see manta rays, sea turtles, bumphead parrotfish, and spinner dolphins.

Azura Quilalea, Mozambique

Azura Quilalea is a hidden gem, somewhere to retreat from the hustle and bustle of daily life, with a relaxed and understated, castaway style. Snorkel the island’s shores, dive from the main beach, kayak the mangroves, or relax beneath the giant baobabs on the island before retreating to your beachfront villa.

Thanda Island, Tanzania

Exclusive use only

Set in Tanzania’s Shungimbili Island Marine Reserve and surrounded by its own coral reef, Thanda Island features one private villa to enjoy in perfect seclusion. Depending on the season, you can swim with the gentlest giant of the ocean, the whale shark, and watch turtles nesting and hatching.

SOUTHEAST ASIA 

Amanpulo, Philippines 

Set on one of the 1,800 remote islands of Palawan, Amanpulo is a vision of serenity and luxury. Expect lavish yet discreet service, modern tropical décor, and Hawksbill and Green sea turtles nesting on the beach from March to October.

Bawah Reserve, Indonesia

Bawah Reserve is the sustainable eco-lodge that redefines paradise. Set in a marine reserve, this small tropical island offers an untouched primary forest, healthy coral reefs, and a sense of purpose that’s contagious – without compromising on luxury and comfort.