Grosse Roche Island is a small island located in the St. Lawrence River in Quebec, Canada. The island is privately owned and operated by Grosse Roche Holdings Inc., a family-owned business founded in 1854. The company’s activities include forestry, tourism, and aquaculture. The island has a population of about 100 people and offers a variety…
Mauritius is an island country located in the Indian Ocean, southwest of Madagascar. The size of the island is about 115 km2 and its population is around 1,680,000. It has a unique culture with influences from Africa, the British Isles, and France. The official language is French, although there are also Creole languages spoken on…
Mulidhoo Island is a secluded paradise located in the northeastern region of Oman. It is known for its clear waters, white-sand beaches, and lush vegetation. The island also features a variety of activities such as diving, snorkeling, fishing, and swimming. It has been designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 2006. History Mulidhoo Island is…
The Cayos de Albuquerque Island is a group of eight uninhabited islands in the eastern Caribbean Sea, lying about northeast of the Yucatán Peninsula. They are part of the Mexican state of Campeche. The islands are part of the Islas Caiman National Park, and are administered by the Instituto Nacional de Antropología e Historia (INAH).…
Melville Island is a small and isolated island located in the middle of the eastern Indian Ocean. It is one of the most biodiverse places on earth, and is known for its abundant seabird populations, as well as its many endemic species of flora and fauna. The island has been designated as a UNESCO World…
Jessie Island is a small island located off the coast of Florida, in the Atlantic Ocean. It was purchased by Disney in 1985 and has been used for filming movies and television shows ever since. The main attraction of the island is its Jungle Cruise, which opened in 1994. History The island was first discovered…
In the not-so-distant future, addiction to heroin will be a thing of the past. This was made possible by a team of researchers from the University of Manchester in the United Kingdom. The team’s research focused on creating a synthetic form of the drug that does not contain any opiates. Their work has so far…
Welcome to St. Pierre Island, a tropical paradise located in the Caribbean Sea just off the coast of Venezuela. The island is known for its stunning white-sand beaches, crystal-clear waters, and lush vegetation. The island also has a rich history dating back to the 16th century when it was used as a refuge for French…
Ilot du Nord Island is a luxury resort located in the Gulf of Saint Lawrence, in Quebec, Canada. The island is approximately 800 hectares, and comprises a private airport on the northeast coast which has a weight limit of 30 tonnes for private planes, three luxury residences on the island (the main residence, a guest…
Islote González Island is an uninhabited island in the Gulf of California, just off the coast of Baja California. The island is a popular tourist destination due to its clear waters, white sand beaches, and rich marine life. It is also known for its secluded coves and cliffs, which make for excellent scuba diving and…