In these overstimulated, permanently connected modern times, solitude can feel like the biggest luxury. Alex van Heeren knew this when he created Dolphin Island, a 14-acre private retreat so exclusive it only accommodates eight guests at a time. Take a short boat ride over from Viti Levu (as if the largest island in the Fijian archipelago wasn’t gasp-inducing enough) and arrive at this exclusive resort in time for a sundowner by the infinity pool. After dark, check into your private suite and watch the ocean, looking all glossy in the moonlight, through giant beach-facing windows.

Each room is methodically designed for tropical living at its best. Case in point: the hilltop sleep-out bure. Think a luxurious open air treehouse with thatched roof and four-poster bed. During the day, laze on your own private beach and take full advantage of aquatic activities including snorkeling, scuba diving, kayaking, and stand-up paddle boarding. Then dine under the stars with Fijian cuisine (aromatic fish curries and fresh ceviches) made just for you by Dolphin Island’s resident chef Dawn. Bula!

In these overstimulated, permanently connected modern times, solitude can feel like the biggest luxury. Alex van Heeren knew this when he created Dolphin Island, a 14-acre private retreat so exclusive it only accommodates eight guests at a time. Take a short boat ride over from Viti Levu (as if the largest island in the Fijian archipelago wasn’t gasp-inducing enough) and arrive at this exclusive resort in time for a sundowner by the infinity pool. After dark, check into your private suite and watch the ocean, looking all glossy in the moonlight, through giant beach-facing windows.

Each room is methodically designed for tropical living at its best. Case in point: the hilltop sleep-out bure. Think a luxurious open air treehouse with thatched roof and four-poster bed. During the day, laze on your own private beach and take full advantage of aquatic activities including snorkeling, scuba diving, kayaking, and stand-up paddle boarding. Then dine under the stars with Fijian cuisine (aromatic fish curries and fresh ceviches) made just for you by Dolphin Island’s resident chef Dawn. Bula!