Sumba is one of Indonesia’s most unexplored islands and nestled within this dramatic natural landscape is one of the most romantic resorts on earth. Nihi Sumba has 32 villas on the ‘Edge of Wilderness’ and offers guests award-winning experiences including riding on Sumba horses at sunrise along Nihiwatu’s 2.5-kilometre beach and in the surf where the swell causes the horse's hooves to leave the sand and they swim.

Sailing and stargazing in the Exuma cays is one of our favourite and most romantic experiences but if boats are not your thing, it is just as romantic on land at Highbourne. At the northern end of the Exuma Chain, the ancient cay of Highbourne awaits. Whether you are sailing through this popular marina and paradise or you stop and stay for a while, this is a place to pause and find peace. The beautifully appointed boutique resort has only a handful of romantic villas surrounded by 500 acres of unadulterated natural beauty to explore. 

From one James Bond location in the Bahamas to another, Jamaica. The GoldenEye is a hidden gem, the hotel is the former home of Ian Fleming and the hideaway where the author scribed his James Bond books. The 21 rooms are a mix of beach huts and romantic lagoon cottages. The calm waters of the lagoon are a soothing tonic, for a swim to start the day and at the end and then lie in bed, listening to the soft sound of the water lapping against the side of the dock.

This exclusive resort of North Island in the Seychelles is the summit of discretion, luxury and wild freedom in nature. The resort hosted Prince William and Kate Middleton on their honeymoon, with only 11 private villas hidden within the lush tropical landscape. This is a sanctuary for discerning travellers seeking barefoot luxury in one of the world's most biologically diverse environments.

Privacy is our running theme and the top requirement for the ultimate romantic retreat. And secluded beachside luxury lodging is no less at Le Toiny in St.Barths. Choose from 22 unique hillside guest rooms each with private pools and beautiful terraces overlooking the Toiny Bay and chic coastal interiors by Lady Bee Osborn. Drink in the sunset from this panoramic and very romantic tropical paradise.

All aboard the M/S Lady Lisbeth in Mauritius and set sail for a moon-lite dinner on the oldest motorboat in Mauritius and the most charming. The boat is one of many romantic guest experiences from the Relais & Chateau adults-only boutique hotel 20 Degres Sud in Mauritius. This hotel is an island on an island. Privately tucked behind walled gates lies 36 colonial-style rooms, cloistered in a coconut grove. Outside the gates, the tropical wonders of Mauritius wait to be explored.

The unique and organic architecture flows from the hillside in St.Lucia and is something to be marvelled but it still surrenders to the stunning scenic views of Les Pitons, a world Unesco site. The view of both the Piti and Gros Piton mountains floating upon the Caribbean Sea is unique and can be seen from the resort's 600 acres and breathtaking beaches. The combination of this and such an extraordinary resort, both architectural and experientially, makes Jade Mountain one of the most romantic resort destinations on earth.

From the most romantic resorts already built to the ones that are yet to come. Soneva Secret in the Maldives opens in March 2024. Hidden in the Haa Dhaalu Atoll, Soneva Secret features 14 overwater and island villas, including the Maldives’ only floating villa. Each villa has its own dedicated team of three to offer immaculate service and personalised guest experience.

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