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Looking out to one of the world’s most spectacular sunsets, Santo Maris Oia Luxury Suites and Spa stays true to its Greek roots with Cycladic architecture featuring whitewashed buildings and curved roofs.

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Looking out to one of the world’s most spectacular sunsets, Santo Maris Oia Luxury Suites and Spa stays true to its Greek roots with Cycladic architecture featuring whitewashed buildings and curved roofs. Guests can unwind in their in-suite Jacuzzi or private veranda, book a day at the spa, sip on a cocktail at restaurant Alios Ilios where all ingredients are sourced locally, or partake in nearby wine tours, boating, hiking excursions and horse riding trips. www.santomaris.gr.

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Castaway Chic

Soneva Jani’s definition of Madivian travel is guests having their own stretch of lagoon in their villas. These are designed with retractable roofs in the master bedroom for stargazing; a personal wine cellar selection; a 13m private swimming pool and ajoining kids sleeping areas for larger families. In addition to 24-hour in-villa dining, guests can eat under the stars, or at the Observatory Deck – where feasts are accompanied by stories from its resident astronomer, or in the over-water, open-air cinema, where chefs complement the film with a bespoke menu. The resort is 40 minutes from Malé International Airport by seaplane and an hour on speedboat from Soneva Fushi. www.soneva.com.

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Villa Life

Escape the hustle and bustle of Seminyak and into the new Villa Kajou, where chefs are ready to prepare anything your heart desires, from energising breakfasts to midnight snacks. The four-bedroom property opens up to a 15m pool and lounge area and is within walking distance to Bali’s most fashionable district, packed with restaurants, bars, boutiques and spas for every kind of traveller. www.villakajou.com.

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