Thursday Escape: Cocoa Island, Maldives

From the Harper Collection: "Understated yet luxurious resort on a small coral island, a 45-minute speedboat ride from Malé. The 33 air-conditioned suites stand on pilings over the sea. Minimal interiors feature teak floors and steeply pitched roofs lined with golden coconut palm matting. Baths come with double vanities, large soaking tubs and separate showers. French doors lead to small wooden porches with tables and sun loungers. The dining room serves outstanding contemporary cuisine, plus a spa menu, and offers an extensive wine list. The excellent spa has private seaview treatment rooms; also library, gym with yoga facilities, infinity swimming pool, water sports, comprehensive dive center, deep-sea fishing and cruises."