Niva Dhigali Maldives, Maldives, Indian Ocean

If Niva Dhigali Maldives was a personality, it would be cool, calm and collected. A leafy island found floating in the Raa Atoll, it’s the kind of escape where your daily stresses and worries seem to melt away the moment your toes touch the sand. You can feel your pulse slow to the easy-going rhythm of the island as you soak up its powdery white sands – even the surrounding azure waters are akin to a millpond. The resort’s design is suitably minimalist and modern – you won't find any of the traditional thatched villas here; instead they have stylish flat roofs and sleek straight lines.

Though this is the face of a Maldives looking to the future, its sensitive development means that Dhigali's ancient forested core still remains, with 80% of the island's original trees being left alone when the resort was built. Both couples and families will love this total escape from the daily grind, with your stay made especially easy by the friendly, personable and incredibly attentive staff. While the beach, villas and general atmosphere promote a languid way of life, your adventurous spirit can be firmly tugged with the epic array of full-throttle activities on offer. After your stay at Dhigali, it'll be you that will be feeling cool, calm and collected.