Soneva Gili, Maldives

Once your seaplane lands, the resort's private luxury sailboat comes out to collect you. On board you''ll be handed a small cloth bag, where you'll say goodbye to your shoes for the duration of your holiday stay. So what happens when you arrive at the jetty with no shoes?

Well you will find staff standing either side of the jetty ladling cooling seawater from giant urns so it is not too hot to walk on!! This is a typical touch in a resort renowned for friendly, attentive staff, who make arriving guests feel like returning friends.

Step outside onto your own private deck complete with sun loungers ideal for sun worshipping or star gazing - whichever you choose during this holiday, you'll be stunned by the peace and tranquillity of your vista. And don't worry about the neighbours - the luxury villas have been carefully designed to afford absolute privacy for you and yours.

Your truly luxurious two storey villa is situated away from the main resort boasts two master suites with floor to ceiling windows on three sides, affording a 270 degree view of the iridescent Indian Ocean.

Step outside into the coral pool to the gentle rhythm of soothing music and be attended to by the resident staff who are on hand to service your every need. And if that''s not enough, you just might have the pleasure of some unexpected visitors as the naturally inquisitive dolphins may pop round to say hello.