They held the Eilers captive until the couple paid termination pay. After this experience, the Eilers immediately left Navy Island and left it to Gertrude Casey's supervision. In time, other investors became interested in Navy Island. However, a legal stipulation required that anyone visiting the island be allowed to use the island amenities as a guest. In addition, there was a provision for a public beach amid the circle of rental villas. These requirements made Navy Island undesirable as an upscale resort and drove away investors. In time, the Jamaican Government bought out all the remaining land titles and closed Navy Island. It remains undeveloped to this day. References Islands of Jamaica Private islands of the Caribbean Geography of Portland Parish