Have you ever vacationed in luxurious overwater bungalows? There is nothing better than waking up in the morning on one of the paradise islands, when jumping from the terrace into the crystal clear water can be the ideal way to wake up and prepare for a day full of unforgettable experiences. We present to you 12 luxurious holiday "spots" in the world, where houses float on turquoise lagoons. From Tahiti to Dubai, from Panama to the Maldives, hedonistic vacation homes are just what we've always dreamed of.
Pangkor Laut Resort, Malaysia
Pangkor Laut resort is located on the private island of Pangkor Laut. The spa resort floats above the sea on stilts. For true adventurers, you can visit the lush rainforest on the other side of the island. Can you only move houses on stilts in the middle of the jungle? No worries. The land offers seven restaurants, a gym, two swimming pools, three tennis courts and a squash court. For a real experience, it is essential that you plan your arrival during the hurricane season and thus guarantee yourself some more adrenaline pleasures.
Likuliku Lagoon resort, Fiji
The Likuliku Lagoon Resort is located above a tropical lagoon on the Mamanuca Islands. Likuliku is the first and only resort in Fiji to offer overwater bungalows of this type.
Club Bali Hai, Tahiti
We will have to dig deep into our pockets for a holiday in Bali. Bungalows over the sea on the island of Moorea in Tahiti have a very special price. What else do we love about this island paradise? Authentic relaxation of the locals, Polynesian dance performances, cycling, kayaking and visiting other islands located nearby.
Punta Caracol Aqua Lodge, Panama
Punta Caracol Aqua Lodge is a place where you can learn to live with an advanced renewable energy system… or enjoy the pristine nature of crystal clear sea water and thatched cottages.
Cocoa Island By Como, Maldives
Cocoa Island is a private resort in the Maldives with thirty-three overwater suites that allow you to slip right into a turquoise blue lagoon lined with white sand. Additional luxury includes holistic wellness treatments, the influence of Indian cuisine and diving.
Misool Eco Resort, Indonesia
The resort on the island of Batbitim in Indonesia is a true tropical haven, located right next to the equator. It combines life above and below sea level. Night diving in one of the richest coral reefs in the world is a very special experience. When diving, you can join a special species of green turtles or swim with baby sharks.
Eclypse De Mar Aqua Lodge, Panama
An ecologically conscious resort in the Caribbean, we offer an exceptional experience of spending your holidays in houses built over the water, where even the local animals, sloths, caimans and iguanas live in perfect harmony with you and nature.
Rosewood Mayakoba Riviera Maya Resort, Mexico
In addition to the luxurious interior, the resort offers a spectacular view of the lagoon, mangroves, a large swimming pool and an outdoor shower in the garden. The resort maintains harmony with nature and the past. The apartments are made of indigenous materials and thus preserve the Mayan culture and tradition.
Hilton Bora Bora Nui, French Polynesia
Bora Bora Nui resort is a place where all good things meet. You can rent a private boat on the island of Bora Bora, which takes you to the French Polynesian Pacific island, where you can enjoy Mediterranean cuisine, an idyllic blue lagoon and a private house by the sea.
Anantara Dubai The Palm Resort&SPA, Dubai
Located in Anantara, Dubai, this one-story villa is the ultimate in luxury overwater pampering. Endless pools, sunsets, private dinners will certainly not leave you indifferent.
L'escapade Island Resort, Australia
L'escapade Island Resort is a luxury and only small resort in New Caledonia. It is ideal for a family holiday or a romantic getaway.
Aitutaki Resort&SPA, Cook Islands
Aitutaki Resort&SPA offers panoramic views and swimming in Aitutaki's crystal clear lagoon.