Swiss marine scientist Henriette Grimmel lives on a remote island in the Seychelles. She spends her days studying life in the ocean.

The vibe: A private island retreat with white-sand beaches, green jungles, and abundant wildlife Location: Platte Island, Outer Island, Seychelles | View on Google Maps Book now From the window on ...

While private islands are most often associated with tropical destinations, such as the Seychelles and Fiji, they're far from ...

Situated on a secluded private island, Silhouette Island was a pirate haven for centuries, then a small family-run plantation, and is now home to the Hilton resort and a tiny village made up ...