Soneva Secret |
Haa Dhaalu Atoll, Maldives
Since opening Soneva Fushi in 1995, Soneva has helped outline barefoot luxurious with a easy perception: true indulgence comes with the liberty to depart the pointless behind. Now, its latest retreat, Soneva Secret, takes that philosophy additional with “Naked Luxurious,” a thought of strategy centered on what issues most: connection, wellbeing and the pure world. Tucked into the distant Makunudhoo Atoll, the resort has simply 13 overwater and seaside havens, with retractable roofs for stargazing and devoted Barefoot Guardians who personalize each keep. For an much more secluded keep, select a Sea Loft, accessible solely by boat.

Surf & Sand Laguna Seashore |
Laguna Seashore, USA
Perched immediately on the sand alongside Southern California’s coast, Surf & Sand Laguna Seashore affords a relaxed coastal escape the place ocean views take middle stage. Each room and suite opens onto a personal balcony with the Pacific in view, whereas the seaside is simply steps away for impromptu barefoot walks alongside the shore. Even Aquaterra Spa comes with a coastal backdrop, with a {couples}’ therapy room overlooking the water and therapies drawing inspiration from the pure panorama.

Windjammer Touchdown Resort & Residences |
Labrelotte Bay, St Lucia
Cascading down a hillside into the sheltered waters of Labrelotte Bay, Windjammer Touchdown Resort & Residences brings a Mediterranean sensibility to St Lucia’s Caribbean coast. Whitewashed villas and oceanfront suites open onto expansive terraces, some with personal plunge swimming pools and sweeping sea views. Spend the day stretched out on the white-sand seaside or take to the bay for complimentary kayaking, windsurfing, snorkeling and paddleboarding. Seven eating places, six swimming pools and a Serene Spa spherical out this relaxed island escape.

Tune Saa Personal Island |
Tune Saa Island, Cambodia
Constructed from reclaimed timber and native driftwood, Tune Saa Personal Island blends seamlessly into twin islets in Cambodia’s Koh Rong Archipelago. Guided by a philosophy of delicate luxurious, the resort options 24 thatch-roofed villas with personal plunge swimming pools, open-air showers and direct entry to a protected marine reserve. Time slows down throughout the islands, whether or not you’re gliding by way of mangroves by kayak or sitting all the way down to Khmer delicacies ready with recent, ethically sourced substances.

Emerald Maldives Resort & Spa |
Fasmendhoo Island, Maldives
By itself personal island within the Raa Atoll, Emerald Maldives Resort & Spa makes essentially the most of its pure setting, with villas that blur the road between indoor residing and the encompassing panorama. Overwater villas open immediately onto the turquoise lagoon, whereas beachfront villas provide direct entry to the powdery white sand. The all-inclusive providing takes care of each element, leaving you free to fill your days with lagoon excursions, beachside eating and sundown cocktails on the sand—footwear non-obligatory.

Bawah Reserve |
Bawah Island, Indonesia
Unfold throughout six personal islands inside a protected marine conservation space, Bawah Reserve places you in no rush to be wherever. Overwater bungalows and bamboo suites constructed by hand sit tucked between turquoise lagoons, 13 sugary-white seashores and untouched jungle. Spend your days transferring effortlessly between open-air spa remedies, guided forest hikes, paddleboarding throughout calm waters or escaping to a secluded seaside for a castaway picnic on the sand. Get a more in-depth look in our Bawah Reserve Journey Diary by our journey associate Jyo Shankar.

Palmaïa The Home of AïA |
Playa del Carmen, Mexico
Set between the Caribbean Sea and 200 acres of jungle, Palmaïa The Home of AïA takes a extra soulful strategy to Riviera Maya luxurious. Elevated walkways wind by way of tropical foliage, resulting in oceanfront suites with personal terraces steps from the water. Nourish your thoughts and physique by way of day by day sound baths, jungle yoga and plant-based tremendous eating crafted from regional produce. Personal freshwater cenotes hidden inside the resort grounds and quiet beachfront lounging create an unpretentious sanctuary targeted on holistic therapeutic.

Likuliku Lagoon Resort |
Mamanuca Islands, Fiji
Rooted in Fijian custom, Likuliku Lagoon Resort stands because the nation’s first adults-only retreat to supply genuine overwater bures. These thatched-roof sanctuaries perch above a protected marine sanctuary, with personal decks overlooking the lagoon. Slip into the water straight out of your bure, enterprise out by boat to discover the encompassing reefs or take pleasure in a conventional Fijian therapeutic massage. Right here, life strikes to the rhythm of the tides, with no use for footwear or schedules.

UXUA Casa Resort & Spa |
Trancoso, Brazil
Within the laid-back Bahian fishing village of Trancoso, UXUA Casa Resort & Spa offers conventional houses across the historic Quadrado a second life. Designer Wilbert Das labored with native artisans to revive the historic casas utilizing reclaimed supplies, making every of the 11 hideaways one in all a sort. Regional therapeutic traditions form the spa remedies, whereas shaded backyard lounges invite a slower tempo. When it’s time to eat, head to the seaside membership for recent seafood served proper on the sand.

Amanpulo |
Pamalican Island, Philippines
Sneakers are non-obligatory at Amanpulo, set on the personal island of Pamalican within the Philippines, the place sandy paths wind by way of tropical greenery in direction of secluded seashores. Impressed by conventional Filipino bahay kubo dwellings, the casitas sit beside the seaside or among the many island’s tropical greenery. Personal golf carts and bicycles make it simple to get round, whether or not you’re heading to a tennis match beneath the palms or setting off on a cruise throughout the lagoon. Evenings provide their very own sort of selection, transitioning seamlessly from tremendous eating pavilions to barefoot seafood barbecues on the sand at sundown.

