From temperate forests to white tropical sands, island retreats let you get away from the world?or take it all with you! No matter if it's simple rustic shacks or deluxe sanctuaries with spas and five-star cooking, there's an island resort to match all tastes. The locations range from freshwater lakes to the middle of vast oceans. Whether it's an ornate mansion on a dramatic windswept rock or a sunlit beach bungalow in the balmy South Seas, there is an ideal island resort out there to suit you. Whether for a spectacular wedding, a unique family gathering, or a stunning corporate event, your ideal island retreat is out there?waiting to welcome you to its solitary shores. Text in English, German and French SELLING POINTS: ?An essential guide to some of the world's most exhilarating island getaways ?Ideal for both the armchair traveler and those planning a memorable vacation ILLUSTRATIONS: 250 colour photographs