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9. Park Hyatt Maldives Hadahaa, Maldives

The property: Escape to a private island in one of the largest atolls in the world just 55 kilometres north of the Equator. Here you can stay at one of 50 villas on land and over water, participate in a tailor-made excursion, enjoy private dining on the beach or get pampered in their luxurious spa.

Eco-friendly highlights: Collaborating with EarthCheck, Park Hyatt Maldives Hadahaa consistently monitors their performance to ensure they’re meeting the strict international standards for environmental and social sustainability. This includes employing local residents, and sourcing local products and services (their spa for example uses freshly harvested local herbs and botanicals). Even the property itself was built with the environment in mind rather than the positioning of the buildings.