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    In photos: Marlon Brando's luxurious French Polynesia retreat

    AFP Relax News•July 2, 2014
    • Each of the 35 deluxe villas comes with its own private beach and plunge pool, and is designed to reflect Polynesian culture while also offering the modern conveniences of wifi, flat screen TVs, and king-size beds.
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    As part of their goal to go carbon neutral, half the resort is powered by solar energy while the balance of power is produced by a biofuel thermal power station fueled by coconut oil.

    A decade after his death, "Godfather" star Marlon Brando's dream of building a luxurious, eco-friendly haven in French Polynesia has come true, with the doors to The Brando opening this week. Set on the private atoll of Tetiaroa, 30 miles north of Tahiti, the eco-friendly resort offers guilt-free luxury accommodations. Click through for a virtual tour of the resort.