InterContinental Maldives Maamunagau Resort

A narrow sliver of island in Raa Atoll where almost every villa, overwater or on land, sits within a few steps of the beach and comes with its own plunge pool. The InterContinental runs this genre of Maldivian resort the way a big chain does it well: the details are tight, the lagoon is made for snorkeling and diving, and the spa, kids' club, and several restaurants mean you rarely need to think very hard about what comes next.