My friend was turning 40 and was adamant about celebrating the milestone in a big and special way. She was set on renting a private island in Nicaragua for $650 a night. Initially, I could not wrap my ...

Cruise lines have long promised a taste of paradise, complete with white-sand beaches, turquoise seas and every comfort close at hand. In recent years, that vision has become more literal, as many ...

Owning a private island is arguably the ultimate symbol of wealth. A mansion or a penthouse is nice, but an island offers ...