Life on the world's most expensive island, accessible only by yacht and helicopter

The island is home to the largest number of billionaires and millionaires per square meter, and can only be reached by yacht or helicopter.

Why is it so expensive?

Fisher Island is truly beautiful and perfect. The island is surrounded by a large number of palm trees and various types of shrubs, as well as orchids. The beaches on the island have white sand, transported from the Bahamas. In addition, several artificial lakes have been built to serve the relaxation purposes of the residents.

Many types of ornamental birds were also brought to the island so that people could enjoy their singing every day.

Fisher Island is actually an artificial island, less than 1 square kilometer in size. On Fisher Island there are not only expensive villas, but also ordinary high-rise buildings, as well as hotels, schools, banks, hospitals. All the infrastructure necessary for a normal life. Residents do not have to go to the mainland to buy supplies or go to the doctor.

To live on the island, you not only need to buy a home, which can cost anywhere from $700,000 to $10 million, but you also need to join the private club, which costs $250,000 per member. You also need to contribute $21,000 a year, plus additional costs for the needs of Fisher Island. For example, getting the right to play golf on Fisher Island costs an additional $4,000 to $5,000.

Residents on Fisher Island do not need credit cards or cash, but have their own payment system. Each resident has their own account (ID), which has a certain amount of money pre-installed. Therefore, when purchasing items or using services, money will be automatically paid from this account.

Who works and lives on the island?

The island's servers are carefully selected. Each applicant must be fluent in a certain number of languages.

Additionally, the staff here is specially trained in how to properly cater to the needs of even the most unusual tenants.

Fisher Island, in addition to shops, spas and various recreational facilities, also has a fire department and security services. The entire island, both on land and in the surrounding water, is constantly monitored so that residents feel completely safe. For example, if guests from the mainland arrive as renters, special permission must be obtained in advance.

Without such a permit, passengers will not be allowed onto the island. In case if customers want to stay overnight at a local hotel, the usual cost for a room is around 1,000 USD.

Only the very rich can afford to live on an island. Currently, the island’s wealthy are mainly British and American citizens, but there are also citizens of more than 50 other countries around the world. To keep the environment clean, locals are only allowed to use electric cars.

In addition, the island has its own very specific rules. The hosts on the island must officially disclose not only their full names, but also a lot of relevant personal data.

How much does it cost to get to Fisher?

Fisher Island is considered one of the most expensive places on Earth, a place where only the very wealthy can afford to live. However, the place is not completely closed to tourists.

To get there, you must first apply for an entry permit and pay for a stay at one of the local hotels, with room rates typically starting at $1,000 a night.

Alternatively, you can also visit the island and surrounding area using the services of one of the specialized tour companies after paying a fee for their services.

According to VTC