6 Rich And Famous Who Own Private Islands
Richard Branson
Born on July 18, 1950, in Surrey, England Richard Branson an Entrepreneur launched Virgin Records in 1973. Today Virgin Group holds more than 200 companies in more than 30 countries.
Sir Richard Branson's 74 acre private island is unquestionably the most idyllic place in the British Virgin Islands. Necker Island is Sir Richard Branson's home and favorite hideaway. He first purchased the island in 1978 and it opened as a luxury retreat available for private hire in 1984.
Necker Island is now part of Virgin Limited Edition, Richard's portfolio of unique retreats. There is a dedicated team of fabulous staff on island plus more than 200 flamingos that are all part of the Necker family.
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