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Sea Of Love.(resorts)(Directory)
Byline: editor: Valerie Steiker
Richard Alleman seeks out the most romantic warm-weather hideaways.
On the edge of the Great Barrier Reef, Australia's Hamilton Island has just welcomed Qualia, which is Latin for "a collection of sensory experiences." The dream project of Rosemount Estate wine magnate Bob Oatley, this luxurious beach resort on a hilly enclave is composed of 60 one-bedroom pavilions, built of natural hoop pine, with Zen-like interiors of wood, slate, and sandstone. Most have their own pool, and all come with an electric buggy to get around the resort's 30 acres. Besides every conceivable water sport, there is a spectacular spa with sunken Roman baths and a dedicated yoga and meditation pavilion. Qualia's two restaurants--supervised by French chef Stephane Rio--feature the freshest seafood and, not surprisingly, the best wine list on the Great Barrier Reef. From $1,285, including all meals; qualiaresort.com.au.
DON'T MISS: the "Bularri Yarrol" massage.
Joining the increasing number of seductive retreats in the Indian Ocean, the Beach House at Manafaru debuts this month on a lush private island in the Maldives, so remote it takes a plane plus a speedboat to reach it from the main isle. An idyllic compound of 68 bungalows with open-air baths, private pools, even private butlers, the resort also has a large spa offering Ayurvedic treatments as well as an islet that doubles as a water-sports headquarters and the perfect spot for sunset cocktails. From $785, double, with breakfast; beachhousecollection.com.
DON'T MISS: the glass-floor villas with underwater views.
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