Times of India·
In 2005, Leonardo DiCaprio spent $1.75m to turn a Caribbean island into an eco resort
Leonardo DiCaprio took a bold step in 2005 when he bought Blackadore Caye, an unpopulated Caribbean island, for USD 1.75 million. His goal was to construct a restorative eco-resort that would benefit the island's beleaguered ecosystem and champion sustainability. Unfortunately, the ambitious project encountered significant hurdles, including legal battles and community pushback against initial proposals impacting marine reserves.
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