Waldorf Astoria Seychelles Platte Island

If you were to Google the term “deserted island,” the results would look awfully similar to the landscape of Platte Island. Quiet, remote and occupying just a half square mile, this tiny speck in the Indian Ocean is chock-full of surprises — including the ultra-luxurious Waldorf Astoria Platte Island Seychelles.A tropical hideaway tucked among the island’s lush foliage, the 50-villa resort is nothing short of a private island paradise. Of course, it boasts the obligatory white sand beaches and crystal-clear waters, but what sets this spot apart is its abundance of wildlife. Hawksbill sea turtles regularly nest on these shores, which is why villas and beach chairs are set back from the sands. An onsite diving team offers PADI certification so you can explore the reefs teeming with triggerfish and bonefish while wall-to-wall windows in your villa allows you to catch a glimpse of the tropical seabirds that nest in the nearby palms.