DINING BY DESIGN ANANTARA IKO MAURITIUS RESORT & VILLAS

Mauritius is known for its eclectic cuisine drawing on influences from around the globe. And what better way to savour the flavours of this island paradise than an unforgettable experience on a Mauritian beach? Anantara Iko Mauritius Resort & Villas offers curated dining experiences in romantic locales. Choose from a cosy nook in the tropical garden, a seafront spot (pictured), or a ‘secret dining’ experience in a secluded hideaway set further back amongst filao trees adorned with fairy lights. You can choose from one of five special menus. For an authentic local experience, the Mauritian Flair menu includes gato piment (split pea and chilli fritters) and a Mauritian prawn curry cooked in a spicy, tangy sauce with aubergine. A dedicated chef, butler and sommelier ensure that your evening is magical.

Best Beach In The World

Choosing a ‘best beach’ is highly subjective – do you prefer an oasis of solitude, or one where you can wave a hand for an aperitif? Condé Nast Traveller recently listed their top beach, which is located in the Bazaruto Archipelago in Mozambique.

Six islands, formed from deposits of the Save River over millennia, give the archipelago its shimmering sandbar beauty. At 3km long but just half a kilometre wide, Santa Carolina, the only rock island within the group, can be accessed for day trips. The pristine waters are protected and house abundant species, including resident dugongs. The two largest islands are Bazaruto and Benguerra, with the Anantara Bazaruto Island Resort offering an oasis within this oasis.

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LEMLEM BEACH-CHIC

Supermodel Liya Kebede started LemLem to preserve traditional weaving jobs in her native Ethiopia. The slow fashion dayto-night beachwear brand now creates responsibly and sustainably made pieces locally in Ethiopia, Morocco and Kenya. Sisu triggered metallic striped, cotton-blend gauze midi dress. US$517 lemlem.com