What is an remote island?


What is an remote island? Some of the most-remote points on the planet are islands so far removed from other landmasses (or so far off the beaten path of air routes and shipping lanes) that they are sometimes easily forgotten by the rest of the world. This list of eight such places is only a sample of dozens that could be mentioned.


Why not to live on an island?

Limited access to products and goods is a typical part of island life. It may take longer for your favorite products to arrive and chances are, you will pay a bit more for them than you are used to. Personal packages, mail, and deliveries from back home may also arrive slowly – if at all.


Why is it hard to live on an island?

There are cyclonic period and rain seasons. For most of the islands, there are cyclonic periods, and some islands are unfortunately more propitious to natural disasters (tsunami, heartquake…) Also, there is a rainy season for several months, so be prepared to find interior activities!


Can I buy an island and live on it?

A number of undeveloped islands have been bought by conservation groups and land preservation groups, so “you pretty much have to buy an island that has a home on it,” Davis said.