Reset destinations: The Maldives islands

With pure white beaches, dazzling hues of turquoise, and endless opportunities for adventure, the Maldives is a truly unique paradise.

The archipelago may be small in size, but it knows how to utilize the jewel-like ocean that encompasses it, offering a variety of water-based experiences for the light hearted, curious, and daring. At the carbon neutral resort of Soneva Jani, discover the Maldives’ first overwater 3D observatory, So Starstruck, which allows you to see space in all its splendor. The observatory contains a 16” telescope that rises up through the floor and provides views that are, quite literally, out of this world.

Take a cruise through the Muli Channel on an unforgettable marine safari to encounter Maldives dolphins and an abundance of fish, such as the longfin bannerfish and the clown triggerfish. Or embark on a fishing expedition on a traditional wooden dhoni and dine on your catch that evening.

For a more interactive adventure under the deep blue sea, take an exhilarating speedboat ride to the next island in Hanifaru Bay and swim with hundreds of Maldives manta rays in their natural environment at the world’s largest manta ray feeding station.

If a digital detox is part of your New Year plan, you can turn off your wifi with the flick of a switch and avoid the outside world entirely in your TV-free luxurious suite. The incredible Maldives knows the secrets of unwinding and will make for a perfect place to reset and restore for your brand New Year and brand new self.