In the News: Lanai Redux

Last year, Oracle CEO Larry Ellison purchased the Hawaiian island of Lanai for $300 million. (Apparently, it was originally priced at $1.2 billion, so it seems he found a bargain!) Recently, he announced his plans for its future. As reported by The Wall Street Journal, Ellison hopes to build a “sustainable and prosperous Eden in the Pacific.” Key to this dream is a new desalination plant, which will allow the cultivation of gourmet fruits, and the construction of a perfume factory and a winery. Big changes are under way at the two Four Seasons hotels, which include my recommended The Lodge at Koele. And approval has been granted for a new 100-room upscale beach resort. I look forward to a visit!