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The Island That Virgin Bought

Where does Richard Branson, the world's richest rebel, retreat when he's not rolling around in cash? The Virgin Islands, of course.

Necker Island, Richard Branson's personal island just off Virgin Gorda, is a Balinese paradise nestled in the coral-speckled waters of the Caribbean. The island, where war photographers once marooned themselves for weeks as a survival test, is now home to a palatial Great House, several guest cottages and a full service spa.

What if you're not in Branson's little circle of friends? Not a problem! You too can rent the island (available for weddings, bar mitzvahs, and graduation parties) for the reasonable-for-a-billionaire rate of $30,000 per night. Still can't afford it to hop a private plane to paradise? Why not try the next best thing: Stocking up on some Bob Marley at your local Virgin Megastore. Branson would thank you, although probably not with an invitation.