Soneva Fushi by Six Senses

Fringed by white sand beaches and an azure blue sea, Soneva Fushi by Six Senses is a Robinson Crusoe idyll, yet with the finest creature comforts at hand. Its remoteness is central to its charm, offering the ultimate in barefoot sophistication - truly a "No News No Shoes" hideaway.

The resort comprises of just 65 individual beach villas. Each villa opens to its very own stretch of white sand beach just a few steps away and has a spacious open-air bathroom that extends to a private garden; many also feature their own private sea water swimming pool. For the ultimate in space and privacy we recommend you book one or the 2-bedroom Retreats or The Jungle Reserve which boasts its own Tree House complete with bunk beds.

You'll be spoilt for choice when it comes to eating " choose from organic offerings and simple barbecues to gourmet menus across a variety of cultures and cuisines - ever tried Peruvian-Japanese fusion food? The wine cellar houses nearly 7000 bottles to complete your dining experience.

Head to Cinema Paradiso, the first open-air cinema in the Maldives and enjoy a classic movie. For another unique experience view the starry skies through the powerful telescope at the "Ever Soneva So Celestial" observatory. Divers are spoilt for choice with over 30 dive sites to tempt you with. And, for those in need of soul therapy and pampering there is, of course, the Six Senses Spa.

30 minutes by seaplane from Male International Airport.

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Picnic like Robinson Crusoe, alone on a small private island with a gourmet hamper, a bottle of wine and a mobile phone to call when you're ready to be collected!

Lie back on your cushioned lounger under the stars at Cinema Paradiso, munching on popcorn and homemade ice cream whilst you enjoy a classic movie.

Try guided snorkelling in the dark with a marine biologist " an amazing experience with the opportunity to view the funky bioluminescent plankton.