Tuesday, May 21, 2013

Environment

Caribbean: Branson strives for a plastic-free future on Necker Island

(Image Courtesy of Vladi Private Islands)

The small change that could make a big difference: Richard Branson moves to eradicate plastic bottles from his private island paradise.

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Whether reintroducing rare wildlife to the Caribbean, reducing the carbon imprint of his aircraft fleet, or pledging billions of dollars into the research …Read More: Caribbean: Branson strives for a plastic-free future on Necker Island

Celebs visiting resorts

Caribbean: Richard Branson to Host Tennis Pro-Am on Necker Island

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The sports-loving founder of the Virgin media empire is opening up his exclusive tropical island to some of the greatest tennis players on earth, along with deep-pocketed amateurs.

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For tennis fanatics, there is no greater thrill than the chance to play a game with …Read More: Caribbean: Richard Branson to Host Tennis Pro-Am on Necker Island

Resort Trends

Caribbean: New Scrub Island Resort in BVI is Making Waves

(Image Courtesy of Mainsail Resorts)

From infinity pools to infinite sea views, this new luxury resort set on the rolling hills of Scrub Island has breathed new life into the BVI’s image as an exclusive travel destination.

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As the first new resort to open in the British Virgin Islands …Read More: Caribbean: New Scrub Island Resort in BVI is Making Waves

Island Issues

Sir Richard Branson to Give Rare Lemurs Sanctuary on Moskito Island

Neckar Island

The flamboyant head of the Virgin conglomerate wants to create a refuge for threatened lemurs on one of his two islands in the BVI – however, this plan has sparked a local controvery.

UK billionaire Sir Richard Branson is reportedly intending to import two dozen ring-tailed lemurs to his private Moskito Island …Read More: Sir Richard Branson to Give Rare Lemurs Sanctuary on Moskito Island