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So what would it cost to buy an island paradise of your very own?

  • <b>Buck Island, Caribbean; £19.5million </b><br> The white sands and turquoise waters of this piece of paradise can be found off the coast of Tortola in the Caribbean. <span> Knight Frank</span>
    1/19

    islands for sale

    Buck Island, Caribbean; £19.5million
    The white sands and turquoise waters of this piece of paradise can be found off the coast of Tortola in the Caribbean. Knight Frank
  • <b>Buck Island, Caribbean; £19.5million </b><br> Sitting atop rugged cliffs, the island accommodation includes 12 bedrooms and six bathrooms. <span> Knight Frank</span>
    2/19

    islands for sale

    Buck Island, Caribbean; £19.5million
    Sitting atop rugged cliffs, the island accommodation includes 12 bedrooms and six bathrooms. Knight Frank
  • <b>Buck Island, Caribbean; £19.5million </b><br> Who couldn’t while away the time here? Sipping pina coladas and taking in the view: Pure bliss. <span> Knight Frank</span>
    3/19

    islands for sale

    Buck Island, Caribbean; £19.5million
    Who couldn’t while away the time here? Sipping pina coladas and taking in the view: Pure bliss. Knight Frank
  • <b>Taiara Atoll, French Polynesia; £5.86 million guide price</b><br> So this is how French Polynesia does the M25. But instead of concrete, they have coral reef. Take note Boris. <a href="http://www.vladi-private-islands.de/en/island+buy+taiaro-atoll+french-polynesia+pacific-ocean/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Vladi Private Islands;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link "> Vladi Private Islands</a>
    4/19

    islands for sale

    Taiara Atoll, French Polynesia; £5.86 million guide price
    So this is how French Polynesia does the M25. But instead of concrete, they have coral reef. Take note Boris. Vladi Private Islands
  • <b>Taiara Atoll, French Polynesia; £5.86million guide price</b><br> The island acted as a pit stop for Charles Darwin and Captain Robert Fitzroy in 1835 after their visit to the Galapagos. It's now a UNESCO protected area. <a href="http://www.vladi-private-islands.de/en/island+buy+taiaro-atoll+french-polynesia+pacific-ocean/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Vladi Private Islands;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Vladi Private Islands</a>
    5/19

    islands for sale

    Taiara Atoll, French Polynesia; £5.86million guide price
    The island acted as a pit stop for Charles Darwin and Captain Robert Fitzroy in 1835 after their visit to the Galapagos. It's now a UNESCO protected area. Vladi Private Islands
  • <b>Ariari Island, Philippines; £4.9 million guide price</b><br> Who knew that heaven on earth is just a 60-minute helicopter ride from Manila? <span> Savills</span>
    6/19

    islands for sale

    Ariari Island, Philippines; £4.9 million guide price
    Who knew that heaven on earth is just a 60-minute helicopter ride from Manila? Savills
  • <b>Ariari Island, Philippines; £4.9 million guide price</b><br> Oh and don’t worry, with villas, cottages and suites up to 18 of your friends and family can keep you company in this tropical haven. <span> Savills</span>
    7/19

    islands for sale

    Ariari Island, Philippines; £4.9 million guide price
    Oh and don’t worry, with villas, cottages and suites up to 18 of your friends and family can keep you company in this tropical haven. Savills
  • <b>Île de Boëdic, France; Price on request</b><br> This French island is the perfect place to moor up and indulge a penchant for sailing. <a href="http://www.vladi-private-islands.de/en/island+buy+ile-de-boedic+france+europe-atlantic-ocean/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Vladi Private Islands;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link "> Vladi Private Islands</a>
    8/19

    islands for sale

    Île de Boëdic, France; Price on request
    This French island is the perfect place to moor up and indulge a penchant for sailing. Vladi Private Islands
  • <b>Île de Boëdic, France; Price on request</b><br> When settling down for the night, the lucky owner can take their pick of a Breton long house, a grand villa, converted chapel and guesthouse. <a href="http://www.vladi-private-islands.de/en/island+buy+ile-de-boedic+france+europe-atlantic-ocean/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Vladi Private Islands;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link "> Vladi Private Islands</a>
    9/19

    islands for sale

    Île de Boëdic, France; Price on request
    When settling down for the night, the lucky owner can take their pick of a Breton long house, a grand villa, converted chapel and guesthouse. Vladi Private Islands
  • <b>Nananu-i-Cake Island, Fiji Islands; £6.5 million </b><br> You can play shipwrecked on this mango tree-lined island... Except, there’s a six-bedroom house to stay in. And you’re allowed to take your belongings. <a href="http://search.knightfrank.com/fj51012 " rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Knight Frank;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link "> Knight Frank</a>
    10/19

    islands for sale

    Nananu-i-Cake Island, Fiji Islands; £6.5 million
    You can play shipwrecked on this mango tree-lined island... Except, there’s a six-bedroom house to stay in. And you’re allowed to take your belongings. Knight Frank
  • <b>Nananu-i-Cake Island, Fiji Islands; £6.5 million</b><br> You don’t get a swimming pool on shipwrecked either. But we won't tell anyone you cheated. <a href="http://search.knightfrank.com/fj51012 " rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Knight Frank;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link "> Knight Frank</a>
    11/19

    islands for sale

    Nananu-i-Cake Island, Fiji Islands; £6.5 million
    You don’t get a swimming pool on shipwrecked either. But we won't tell anyone you cheated. Knight Frank
  • <b>Ayrshire, Scotland; £1.5 million guide price</b><br> As far as islands go, Ailsa Craig is a bit of a bargain. Fantastic sea views are there for the taking – you just have to scale the 1,100 foot peak first. <span> Knight Frank</span>
    12/19

    islands for sale

    Ayrshire, Scotland; £1.5 million guide price
    As far as islands go, Ailsa Craig is a bit of a bargain. Fantastic sea views are there for the taking – you just have to scale the 1,100 foot peak first. Knight Frank
  • <b>Ayrshire, Scotland; £1.5 million guide price</b><br> As a breeding ground for gannets, the tortoise shaped island is also perfect for nature and bird-watching enthusiasts. <br><span> Knight Frank</span>
    13/19

    islands for sale

    Ayrshire, Scotland; £1.5 million guide price
    As a breeding ground for gannets, the tortoise shaped island is also perfect for nature and bird-watching enthusiasts.
    Knight Frank
  • <b>Exuma Cay, The Bahamas; £55 million </b><br> Azure water, soft white sand, infinity pool, beach cottage and manor house are among the assets of this island in the Bahamas. <span> Damianos Sotheby’s International Realty </span>
    14/19

    islands for sale

    Exuma Cay, The Bahamas; £55 million
    Azure water, soft white sand, infinity pool, beach cottage and manor house are among the assets of this island in the Bahamas. Damianos Sotheby’s International Realty
  • <b>New York State, United States; £1.5 million guide price </b><br> Jump in your speedboat and explore the glistening river from one of 1000 islands – the golden era playground of the rich and famous. <a href="http://www.vladi-private-islands.de/en/island+buy+ile-de-boedic+france+europe-atlantic-ocean/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Vladi Private Islands;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link "> Vladi Private Islands</a>
    15/19

    islands for sale

    New York State, United States; £1.5 million guide price
    Jump in your speedboat and explore the glistening river from one of 1000 islands – the golden era playground of the rich and famous. Vladi Private Islands
  • <b>New York State, United States; £1.5 million guide price </b><br> Alternatively, sit on the porch of the 18-bedroom, 14-bathroom mansion and enjoy the view! <a href="http://www.vladi-private-islands.de/en/island+buy+ile-de-boedic+france+europe-atlantic-ocean/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Vladi Private Islands;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link "> Vladi Private Islands</a>
    16/19

    islands for sale

    New York State, United States; £1.5 million guide price
    Alternatively, sit on the porch of the 18-bedroom, 14-bathroom mansion and enjoy the view! Vladi Private Islands
  • <b>Tavanipupu Island, Solomon Islands; £7.8 million guide price</b><br> This is the last of the private Solomon Islands for sale. The spot met the seal of approval from Prince William and new wife the Duchess of Cambridge during their South Pacific tour at the end of 2012. <a href=" http://www.vladi-private-islands.de/en/sale+tavanipupu+island+solomon+pacific-ocean/ " rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Vladi Private Islands;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link "> Vladi Private Islands </a>
    17/19

    islands for sale

    Tavanipupu Island, Solomon Islands; £7.8 million guide price
    This is the last of the private Solomon Islands for sale. The spot met the seal of approval from Prince William and new wife the Duchess of Cambridge during their South Pacific tour at the end of 2012. Vladi Private Islands
  • <b>Tavanipupu Island, Solomon Islands; £7.8 million guide price</b><br> The island boasts seven holiday villas, crystal-clear waters, stunning beaches and year-round sunshine. <a href=" http://www.vladi-private-islands.de/en/sale+tavanipupu+island+solomon+pacific-ocean/ " rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Vladi Private Islands;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link "> Vladi Private Islands </a>
    18/19

    islands for sale

    Tavanipupu Island, Solomon Islands; £7.8 million guide price
    The island boasts seven holiday villas, crystal-clear waters, stunning beaches and year-round sunshine. Vladi Private Islands
  • <b>Tavanipupu Island, Solomon Islands; £7.8 million guide price</b><br> Where do we sign up? <a href=" http://www.vladi-private-islands.de/en/sale+tavanipupu+island+solomon+pacific-ocean/ " rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Vladi Private Islands;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link "> Vladi Private Islands </a>
    19/19

    islands for sale

    Tavanipupu Island, Solomon Islands; £7.8 million guide price
    Where do we sign up? Vladi Private Islands
<b>Buck Island, Caribbean; £19.5million </b><br> The white sands and turquoise waters of this piece of paradise can be found off the coast of Tortola in the Caribbean. <span> Knight Frank</span>
<b>Buck Island, Caribbean; £19.5million </b><br> Sitting atop rugged cliffs, the island accommodation includes 12 bedrooms and six bathrooms. <span> Knight Frank</span>
<b>Buck Island, Caribbean; £19.5million </b><br> Who couldn’t while away the time here? Sipping pina coladas and taking in the view: Pure bliss. <span> Knight Frank</span>
<b>Taiara Atoll, French Polynesia; £5.86 million guide price</b><br> So this is how French Polynesia does the M25. But instead of concrete, they have coral reef. Take note Boris. <a href="http://www.vladi-private-islands.de/en/island+buy+taiaro-atoll+french-polynesia+pacific-ocean/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Vladi Private Islands;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link "> Vladi Private Islands</a>
<b>Taiara Atoll, French Polynesia; £5.86million guide price</b><br> The island acted as a pit stop for Charles Darwin and Captain Robert Fitzroy in 1835 after their visit to the Galapagos. It's now a UNESCO protected area. <a href="http://www.vladi-private-islands.de/en/island+buy+taiaro-atoll+french-polynesia+pacific-ocean/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Vladi Private Islands;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Vladi Private Islands</a>
<b>Ariari Island, Philippines; £4.9 million guide price</b><br> Who knew that heaven on earth is just a 60-minute helicopter ride from Manila? <span> Savills</span>
<b>Ariari Island, Philippines; £4.9 million guide price</b><br> Oh and don’t worry, with villas, cottages and suites up to 18 of your friends and family can keep you company in this tropical haven. <span> Savills</span>
<b>Île de Boëdic, France; Price on request</b><br> This French island is the perfect place to moor up and indulge a penchant for sailing. <a href="http://www.vladi-private-islands.de/en/island+buy+ile-de-boedic+france+europe-atlantic-ocean/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Vladi Private Islands;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link "> Vladi Private Islands</a>
<b>Île de Boëdic, France; Price on request</b><br> When settling down for the night, the lucky owner can take their pick of a Breton long house, a grand villa, converted chapel and guesthouse. <a href="http://www.vladi-private-islands.de/en/island+buy+ile-de-boedic+france+europe-atlantic-ocean/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Vladi Private Islands;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link "> Vladi Private Islands</a>
<b>Nananu-i-Cake Island, Fiji Islands; £6.5 million </b><br> You can play shipwrecked on this mango tree-lined island... Except, there’s a six-bedroom house to stay in. And you’re allowed to take your belongings. <a href="http://search.knightfrank.com/fj51012 " rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Knight Frank;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link "> Knight Frank</a>
<b>Nananu-i-Cake Island, Fiji Islands; £6.5 million</b><br> You don’t get a swimming pool on shipwrecked either. But we won't tell anyone you cheated. <a href="http://search.knightfrank.com/fj51012 " rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Knight Frank;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link "> Knight Frank</a>
<b>Ayrshire, Scotland; £1.5 million guide price</b><br> As far as islands go, Ailsa Craig is a bit of a bargain. Fantastic sea views are there for the taking – you just have to scale the 1,100 foot peak first. <span> Knight Frank</span>
<b>Ayrshire, Scotland; £1.5 million guide price</b><br> As a breeding ground for gannets, the tortoise shaped island is also perfect for nature and bird-watching enthusiasts. <br><span> Knight Frank</span>
<b>Exuma Cay, The Bahamas; £55 million </b><br> Azure water, soft white sand, infinity pool, beach cottage and manor house are among the assets of this island in the Bahamas. <span> Damianos Sotheby’s International Realty </span>
<b>New York State, United States; £1.5 million guide price </b><br> Jump in your speedboat and explore the glistening river from one of 1000 islands – the golden era playground of the rich and famous. <a href="http://www.vladi-private-islands.de/en/island+buy+ile-de-boedic+france+europe-atlantic-ocean/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Vladi Private Islands;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link "> Vladi Private Islands</a>
<b>New York State, United States; £1.5 million guide price </b><br> Alternatively, sit on the porch of the 18-bedroom, 14-bathroom mansion and enjoy the view! <a href="http://www.vladi-private-islands.de/en/island+buy+ile-de-boedic+france+europe-atlantic-ocean/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Vladi Private Islands;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link "> Vladi Private Islands</a>
<b>Tavanipupu Island, Solomon Islands; £7.8 million guide price</b><br> This is the last of the private Solomon Islands for sale. The spot met the seal of approval from Prince William and new wife the Duchess of Cambridge during their South Pacific tour at the end of 2012. <a href=" http://www.vladi-private-islands.de/en/sale+tavanipupu+island+solomon+pacific-ocean/ " rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Vladi Private Islands;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link "> Vladi Private Islands </a>
<b>Tavanipupu Island, Solomon Islands; £7.8 million guide price</b><br> The island boasts seven holiday villas, crystal-clear waters, stunning beaches and year-round sunshine. <a href=" http://www.vladi-private-islands.de/en/sale+tavanipupu+island+solomon+pacific-ocean/ " rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Vladi Private Islands;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link "> Vladi Private Islands </a>
<b>Tavanipupu Island, Solomon Islands; £7.8 million guide price</b><br> Where do we sign up? <a href=" http://www.vladi-private-islands.de/en/sale+tavanipupu+island+solomon+pacific-ocean/ " rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Vladi Private Islands;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link "> Vladi Private Islands </a>

The Greek island where Jackie Onassis married her second husband has reportedly been sold to a Russian billionaire for £100million.

Most of us will never have the kind of money that will buy entire islands, but if we did here is what we could get...