Fodor's Expert Review Constance Moofushi Maldives

If Robinson Crusoe had planned to up his game to barefoot chic, this lovely island in the Ari Atoll is where he would have chosen. Even the restaurants have sand floors that merge into the gorgeous white beaches as if they had grown organically out of the sea. This is casual, sophisticated simplicity at its best with attentive (but never obtrusive), friendly staff always on hand to fulfill all of your vacation wishes, from piňa coladas late morning, pancakes, cream and honey for tea, superb seafood at lunch and dinner, or a sizzling BBQ. Choose a water villa and sit on your deck and watch a passing parade of exotic sea life swim around you—parrot fishes, rays, black-tipped sharks (quite harmless)—or step down your private stairs into the sea, slip on goggles and flippers and swim a few leisurely strokes to the coral reef for even better close-ups. Even if you’ve never snorkeled or dived before, qualified patient staff will guide your every stroke. Take the all-inclusive Cristal Package—everything is included even premium spirits and a fantastic wine list.