Mobissimo

What's a person or company to do if they buy an island in the Seychelles? Well, turn it into a luxury retreat and charges prices starting at $3,400 per night:

We bought North Island in recognition of its potential as a Noah’s Ark; a sanctuary where natural habitats could be rehabilitated and where critically endangered Seychelles fauna and flora could be re-introduced and given a place to regenerate.

North Island is the most interesting conservation project we have ever undertaken. It is very seldom that the opportunity arises to make such a significant and positive impact on a region, a specific area, its wildlife and surrounding environment.

On this beautiful island we have built an exclusive luxury lodge. We have, where possible, utilised materials reaped from the rehabilitation process. In doing so we have paid particular attention to capturing the true essence of North Island, a rare experience in harmony with the environment.

The development on North Island is unashamedly aimed at providing the very best in privacy, location, accommodation, services, facilities and experience. The Island has only 11 guest Villas – exquisitely designed to celebrate nature and offer an authentic home-from-home ambience. The result is a special destination that touches the lives of its guests and inspires them long after they have left. North Island is an example of a sustainable ecologically sensitive utilisation of a precious natural treasure.

We're sure if you have the money it's well worth it. So let us know how it is. We'll be staying at the Holiday Inn down by the airport. *Sigh.