The island resort of Soneva Jani personifies the allure of the Maldives, a remote jewel in the Indian Ocean that encapsulates barefoot luxury. The islands are achingly beautiful and the one guarantee is that you will not want to leave. A key consideration when contemplating the Maldives is that we highly recommend combining them with Sri Lanka. The contrast between vibrant Colombo, remarkable wildlife reserves and the highlands tea plantations of Sri Lanka with the tranquility of the Maldives makes for a wonderfully balanced experience.