Designed and developed by Dennis Ingemansson, the Dubai Sea Limousine is an idea based on the “The World”- a man-made archipelago of 300 islands constructed in the shape of a world map and located 4 kilometers (2.5 miles) off the coast of Dubai.

Since access to all these islands, which are currently under construction, from the coast and also amongst themselves is only by water, this ambitious new taxi service seeks to become the sort of marine transportation between artificial islands.

Powered by sun’s energy, it comes with solar cells integrated in the window skin and moves forward with the help of a hovercraft.

Zaya, a Abu Dhabi-based real estate company has launched its first of many property ventures; Nurai, a spectacular private community of limited edition resort beach-front estates and water villas on a natural island off the coast of Abu Dhabi.

Derived from the Arabic word “nour” meaning light, Nurai is surrounded by clear waters and ringed with pristine sandy beaches. Lying immediately northeast of Abu Dhabi, the island is set in isolation away from the hustle and bustle of city life yet is within minutes from the mainland.
People interested in resort beachfront estates will have their choice of two designs – ‘The Shoreline’ or ‘The Seaside’.

The Shoreline estates will consist of six bedrooms, seven bathrooms, private beach and rooftop garden with a total build area of 12,275 square feet.

Similar in size, but with five bedrooms and six baths, will be The Seaside estates. No detail has been overlooked. Each resort residence includes luxurious amenities such as a private beach and garden, infinity swimming pool, concealed service quarters and outdoor showers.

The resort is due to open in 2010 and the prices for the residences start at €20 million ($30 million)

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Sir Richard Branson’s famous Necker Island, a 74 acre paradise in the British Virgin Islands, can be rented for $47,000 a night for up to 28 guests.

If that sounds a little steep, there are certain times when you can rent rooms in one of the island’s six guest houses starting at $23,500 a week.

Amenities on the island include two freshwater pools and Jacuzzi, tennis courts, water sports, fishing, spa and everything that can be expected on the ultimate idyllic island paradise.

Now here you have an opportunity to turn your dream of owning your own private island, only if you have spare $5.5 million to invest.

Eden Beach in Bora Bora is throwing a perfect investment prospect for all Richie-rich, who are used to inking such deals.

Opened in September, 2001, this the 9.3-acre private island has long been a hotel and resort, fully developed and enticing to potential visitors and customers.

The modern world offers a stunning array of man-made islands, but although most of the focus has been on Dubai, Spain, Tokyo and Russia, another gorgeous paradise named Eden Island resides in the Seychelles archipelago region in the Indian Ocean.

While the man-made islands most people think of are like big communities that feel like small countries, Eden Island is a more private escape for the most affluent seekers of privacy. The beaches are secluded and the marina is capable of harboring some of the world’s most enormous luxury yachts so you can cruise in and out in style.

Private Island, 681 acres with great elevations, secluded bays and beaches, fresh water, rich soil with fruit trees and tropical foliage. It is located a short distance from the southern tip of Great Exuma with close proximity to Georgetown and international airport.

This private paradise has its own 2,500 ft. airstrip that can easily be extended. The main two-storey house with six bedrooms has spectacular views from every vantage point. Staff quarters are located a discreet distance from the main house, whilst the resident caretakers live at the opposite end of this 681 acre paradise. The Island is large enough to be developed for a private resort or kept as an exclusive private retreat.

Asking price, $35,000,000