Turtle Island (107)Richard Evanson was a mogul who had built a cable network from the ground up, then sold it for millions of dollars. Despite his successful career, happiness eluded him. His relationships were unsuccessful, he had developed a drinking habit and a lifestyle of excess—and he desperately sought meaning in his life. Eventually, his search for solace led him to develop one of the world's most luxurious resorts.
Evanson found himself in Fiji, where he heard that a small, uninhabited island was for sale. He bought it, then spent three years there living a hermit's life and getting himself into shape. Newly rejuvenated, he decided to share the island with others and turned his private paradise into Turtle Island, an elegant, world-class resort.
Turtle Island Facts:
- There are more than 300 islands in Fiji. Only about 106 are inhabited, and 10 are privately owned.
- Fiji's main island, Viti Levu, is located 3,174 miles southwest of Honolulu.
- English is the official language of Fiji and is taught in all schools.
- Turtle Island has 14 private beaches.
- Feral goats had stripped Turtle Island of almost all natural vegetation.
- A 500-year trust provides that no building shall rise higher than the largest palm tree.
- In 17 years, the highest bid for a turtle reached $3,000.
- Turtle Island was owned by the King of Tonga during the 1800s.
Contact Information:
Turtle Island
800-255-4347
usa@turtlefiji.com
www.turtlefiji.com
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