Taj Exotica Resort & Spa, Maldives If it’s seclusion you’re searching for, look no further than this idyllic island. Pure white sands and an aquamarine lagoon form the picture-perfect backdrop to palm-thatched villas in a traditional Maldivian design. Beach villas, as the name suggestes, are on the sand, while lagoon villas dip their toes into warm, shimmering waters. Dress up for dinner in the exotic 24 Degrees restaurant, or enjoy a romantic picnic on untouched sands under the stars.