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Tropical Paradise Velaa Private Island, Maldives

Three hours north-east of Mauritius, the Maldives remain the world’s most ridiculously perfect collection of small islands. Consisting of 26 coral atolls stretching south across the equator, just 200 of these 1,200 small islands are inhabited, and around 100 are resorts. nd one can be all yours…

A 45-minute seaplane jaunt from the Maldivian capital of Malé, the stupendously stylish island resort Velaa (aka Turtle Island) offers no-holds-barred luxury. Primed for a blowout wedding celebration or luxe Gatsby-grade birthday party are 47 sumptuous villas, each with butler service, sexy teak interiors, a private pool, daybed-dotted garden, outdoor shower and suspended rattan egg chairs. When you’re not circumnavigating your own private idyll, take the plunge in a two-seater submarine (around £300 each) or chill out post-sauna in a “snow room” straight out of Game Of Thrones.

Your own private island holiday for only £35 per night. Who's in?