Increasing numbers of Chinese buying private islands
Increasing numbers of the Chinese middle class are said to be seeking to purchase private islands as an alternative to traditional property, partly due to the rising house prices in China. Islands represent an especially attractive investment, as they are rare and thus naturally appreciate.

Yonder Cay, available from US$54000 a night, is a private island in the Exumas archipelago in the Bahamas. Some Chinese are looking at such properties as good investments. Photo: SCMP Pictures