In pictures: Maldives a piece of heaven on earth

Located in the Maldives, and one of the worldÕs most expensive getaways, is the Soneva Gili resort. Soneva Gili is a collection of luxury villas on stilts and is home the largest over-sea villa in the world. Take a bike trip around the private lagoon. Catch a boat taxi to Male or take a dip in the impossibly blue sea. Just do yourself a favour, watch out for the sharks. (Photo Credit: © Sleepydog Ltd / Colin Offland)
Show caption: Located in the Maldives, and one of the worldÕs most expensi…
Dusit Thani Maldives. Courtesy of Dusit International
Show caption: Dusit Thani Maldives. Courtesy of Dusit International
The Lighthouse Lounge & Restaurant at Baros Maldives. Courtesy of Baros
Show caption: The Lighthouse Lounge & Restaurant at Baros Maldives. Courte…
A handout photo of a sandbank at Baros Maldives (Courtesy: Baros)
Show caption: A handout photo of a sandbank at Baros Maldives (Courtesy: B…
Baros Maldives. Courtesy of Baros Maldives
Show caption: Baros Maldives. Courtesy of Baros Maldives
Swimming pool at The Residence Maldives. Courtesy of The Residence Maldives
Show caption: Swimming pool at The Residence Maldives. Courtesy of The Res…
Beach Bar at The Residence Maldives. Courtesy of The Residence Maldives
Show caption: Beach Bar at The Residence Maldives. Courtesy of The Residen…
Interior of a villa at The Residence Maldives. Photo by Felix Hug
Show caption: Interior of a villa at The Residence Maldives. Photo by Feli…
One of the most luxurious resorts in the Maldives, the Naladhu, managed by Anantara. Courtesy of Anantara
Show caption: One of the most luxurious resorts in the Maldives, the Nalad…