(February 27, 2008) Carrie Armel, research associate at the Precourt Energy Efficiency Center at Stanford University, discusses the use of behavioral sciences to address climate change and energy security issues.
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The Seasteading Institute - October 2011 Newsletter
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Finding a moment of pure serenity is one of the best feelings that I can think of while sea or lakeside. Usually I find myself having to travel somewhere far and remote to find that feeling. I think of paying long-tail boat captains to go island hoping in the Gulf of Thailand, deep sea excursions in Indonesia. An urban setting of any size does not come to mind though but after seeing Lake Orta, I may have found that balance at the foot of the Italian Alps.
Nietzsche was inspired here, Balzac was drawn to it and Robert Browning mentions it in his poem “By the Fireside.” I don’t blame them. The Alps serve as a backdrop to the Baroque architecture in the town of Pella while the Island of St. Giulio sits at the center of the lake surrounded by a sense of mystique – almost like the center of a story where the protagonist is unable to get the local townspeople to tell him about the mysterious island.
This video, IL LAGO DORATO (On Golden Lake), by Vimeo user PLMONZA captures the serenity and mystique of this beautiful Italian gem.
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Whale Discoveries is an adventure travel provider based in Ha'apai, Tonga, which offers travelers the opportunity to swim with humpback whales from their two vessels.
You really can’t go wrong purchasing an island in Florida. It’s advantageous purchasing laws, combined with its beautiful climate and access to infrastructure makes Florida consistently one of the most popular places to purchase and island. One of the newest islands on the market is Crystal River Island.
The island which is located on Greenleaf Bay by St.Martins and the Salt River is over 17 acres in size. The property includes a cottage with electric , window AC and wood stove. Central water available. This is possibly the most serene property in Citrus County, Florida.
Just a boat ride to restaurants and a convenience store.
The island is currently listed on Private Islands Online and is on the market for $549,000
Ontario’s Ottawa River is a truly tranquil and serene place. Now you have the opportunity to own one of it’s most exclusive island properties.
Ottawa River Island is a beautiful 80 acre property located only 1.5 hours away from Canada’s Capital Ottawa and 4.5 hours from Toronto. The island has 10m,000 sqaure feet of waterfront and includes two acres of mainland. Develop or build a private family compound as the property can be divided into 6 estate lots. There is also a small cabin and a large boat chalet built from British Columbia Douglas Fir.
For more on this pristine Canadian Oasis visit Private Islands Online.
Islands rarely come on the market in Uganda and I have never seen one as large as Koome Island.
At 3,053 acres in size Koome Island is a virgin freehold property ideal for development. The island is located on the world famous Lake Victoria and just 45 minutes from Entebbe International airport.
There are small water features within the island making it a true nature lover’s paradise. Koome island is an ideal location for a resort or agricultural development due to it’s excellent soil.
The island is currently on the market for $4 million.
For more information see Private Islands Online.
Although island ownership isn’t limited to the rich and famous, they tend to garner the most attention. AOL recently released a peak at some of the most famous celebrity islands noting thatfor some celebrities fast cars, multi-million dallar houses, and holiday homes aren’t quite enough. According to AOL the newest A-list statement is the purchase of your own private island.
Check out the link below to sneek a peak at the islands of celebrities such as Leonardo DiCaprio, Faith Hill and Mel Gibson
http://travel.aol.co.uk/2011/09/23/sneak-peak-celebrity-owned-private-islands/
Developing a private island isn’t easy, especially in Cambodia, but when done successfully it’s akin to recreating the Garden of Eden. With Cambodias tourism industry rapidly expanding, and higher end tourists taking notice of the country an increasing number of luxury boutique resorts are sprouting up. CNN.com recently geature Rory and Melita Hunter who have created what is set to become Cambodia’s most luxurious resort, Song Saa Island.
Song Saa, which is set to open on December 31 is the vision of Rory and Melita Hunter who have turned their island dreams into reality. The construction of the 27 one-bedroom villas are near completion and will cost upwards of $2,000 per night. Here is what CNN had to say about the project.
Rory is a former advertising executive and Melita is a former set designer. Originally from Australia, they came to Phnom Penh and set up a business renovating old French colonial apartments and leasing them to expats. They never planned to become developers until they stumbled upon two small islands in southern Cambodia while on an excursion. The islands are called Song Saa which means “Sweethearts” in Khmer.
They bought the local land rights to the islands for $15,000 from two families living there. The Hunters knew they didn’t really “own” the islands because in Cambodia, foreigners are not able to own land outright. They negotiated with the Cambodian government to lease the islands for 99 years.
The Hunters then started their plan of developing a high-end villa resort. They put in $370,000 of their own money as seed capital. They’ve since raised several rounds of financing from mainly European investors for this $21 million project.
To read more about this exciting Private Island Development visit CNN.
The Seattle Post-Intelligencer recently listed google co-founder and uber-billionaire Paul Allen’s Anacortes Washington island on the market for 13.5 million. Allen purchased “Allan Island” in 1992 and reportedly to build a vacation home. However later he purchased up Spetty Peninsual site on nearby Lopez Island in 1996 and abandoned his original plans.
Allan Island, named for a Nacy hero, not the Billionaire (hence the name change), is an almost entirely undeveloped 292 acre island. The island boasts one modest house – a caretakers cabin fitted with water, septic and generator. There is also a grass airstrip and a boat dock.
Source: Forbes.com
Necker island has reportedly reopened following a fire on August 22nd which destroyed the eight bedroom Great House. It was reported that Kate Winslet was staying on the island at the time and actually assisted in the rescue of Branson’s elderly mother from the main residence.
Following the reopening, guests will have use of six newly refurbished Bali Houses. Temple House, Branson’s private home, will also be on offer alongside his 105-foot Necker Belle catamaran.
Branson plans to rebuild the Great House in the same Balinese style with views of the Caribbean, although he promised several “innovative twists.”
The fire was triggered by a lightning strike during Hurricane Irene.
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Life was nice and easy in the US for Rachael and Josh. Then, Josh’s employers gave him the opportunity to work abroad – in Dakar, Senegal to be exact. Rachael being a freelance writer/photographer made the decision to move that much easier. So, they packed up their belongings, including two dogs and headed off to Africa, where they will reside for the next couple of years.
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From Chicago’s hot dogs to Brazil’s BBQ to Scotland’s microwavable Haggis to Ethopia’s massive mangos, you’d think this was a foodie travel blog – but it’s not. Instead, it’s about Nick Bartlett’s cultural encounters as he travels. He may not ride a camel across the Sahara but he does eat well. He also enjoys his experiences along the way.
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