Updated: May 12, 2013, 12:00 AM
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)
Dusit Thani Maldives. Courtesy of Dusit International
The Lighthouse Lounge & Restaurant at Baros Maldives. Courtesy of Baros
A handout photo of a sandbank at Baros Maldives (Courtesy: Baros)
Baros Maldives. Courtesy of Baros Maldives
Swimming pool at The Residence Maldives. Courtesy of The Residence Maldives
Beach Bar at The Residence Maldives. Courtesy of The Residence Maldives
Interior of a villa at The Residence Maldives. Photo by Felix Hug
One of the most luxurious resorts in the Maldives, the Naladhu, managed by Anantara. Courtesy of Anantara