It is not cheap or easy to reach, but this isolated paradise between the Arabian and Laccadive seas is the personification of a dreamy tropical vacation. In this South Asian destination, which is made up of more than 1,000 islands, thatched-roof bungalows sit above crystal-clear aquamarine waters, providing easy water access and a romantic atmosphere. Fill your days with beach trips, spa treatments and snorkeling or scuba diving excursions. If cabin fever sets in, pay a visit to the capital, Malé, where you'll find historic mosques and open-air markets.
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