Why you should go: For well over a century, the luxurious Raffles brand has set the bar for five-star hotels. Spanning two islands surrounded by a house reef, Raffles' Maldives outpost features an overwater spa and five restaurants and bars. Despite these features, the resort has a quiet, away-from-it-all vibe. (There are only 38 villas and the remote location guarantees seclusion.)

What’s the big deal? Save up to 60% on stays in a private pool villa (with 24-hour butler service) throughout most of 2024. On top of daily breakfast and dinner, you'll receive over-the-top extras like massages and domestic transfers. Even snorkeling tours of the thriving house reef are included.

Travelzoo loves: Diving doesn't get much better than this. Gaafu Alifu Atoll is home to mammoth manta rays, hammerhead sharks, clownfish and sea turtles.