Some Hints from ITC 1. With a chocolate boutique, an ice-cream parlour and an over-water glass wine cellar with a gourmet deli, those searching for more diverse dining options will find Six Senses Laamu, Maldives to be their top choice for travel in 2012.

2. In Mauritius don’t feel that you can only dine at the hotel where you are staying; many of the resorts have magnificent restaurants open to other guests. A property of note, One&Only Le Saint Géran, with one restaurant by Michelin-starred chef Vineet Bhatia and the resort’s own cutting edge dining concept, PRIME contemporary grill, ensures an amazing culinary experience.

3. The Maldives is the perfect spot to just kick back and relax and there are a multitude of properties available to suit, but to enhance your experience why not try more than one island resort and when it comes to a transfer, why not jump on the Four Seasons Explorer, a private three-deck, 11 cabin catamaran - the perfect way to island hop.

Some Suggestions for you 1. Try the lamb shank on the menu at the Salt restaurant in Huvafen Fushi, Maldives, its delicious and while you dine you might even spot some sharks if you sit outdoors. Or for the more health conscious, the spa cuisine at Raw is truly exceptional.

2. In the Seychelles you can now stay on an allinclusive basis at some of its finest resorts, such as Sainte Anne Resort & Spa, so total peace of mind with everything covered.

3. Why not stop over in the Middle East? Etihad Airways with flights from many regional airports to Abu Dhabi, the new up and coming destination, is a great option and you can stay three nights at the new Park Hyatt from £525 per person.

4. On Mauritius you’ll find ultra-luxurious hotels boasting the last word in spas; for those of you who love to indulge the Nira Spa at Shanti Maurice, A Nira Resort is unforgettable and the truly sumptuous Guerlain Spa at Constance Le Prince Maurice is an absolute temple of tranquillity.