Niva Velassaru Maldives, Maldives, Indian Ocean

When you're talking about Niva Velassaru in the Maldives, good things certainly come in small packages. It may be small but it's big on beauty and everything at the resort revolves around the island's natural splendour. You can't help but be spellbound by the sparkling white beach and cerulean lagoon; Niva Velassaru Maldives' petite size means they pleasingly never really leave your sight. The minimalist design of the accommodation seamlessly blend into the natural surroundings, with the beach bungalows tucked within emerald foliage and the overwater villas suspended over the aquarium-like lagoon. Even the resort's main pool is like a fan pointing to the beach and Indian Ocean, like an arrow reminding you of Velassaru's bounty of natural wonders.

Though an island like this encourages a slower pace of life, Niva Velassaru Maldives' fun and contemporary vibe makes it ideal for couples and honeymooners. The island's intimacy means you truly feel like you're in the middle of nowhere, yet there are still plenty of ways to feel like you have the resort all to yourself, whether it's a romantic candlelit dinner on the beach or grabbing a hamper and escaping to your own sandbank for the day. With views like those found at Niva Velassaru Maldives, it's hard not to fall in love with your exotic surroundings.