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Cambodia | Sihanoukville
The House of Malibu is a cosy, American-Khmer owned guesthouse located right on the white sandy beach known as Serendipity - at the south end of the more famous Ochheuteal Beach, Sihanoukville.
Cambodia | Sihanoukville
Located in the sapphire waters of the Gulf of Thailand, Song Saa is Cambodia's first, super-deluxe, private island resort.
Indonesia | Bali & Lesser Sundas
The Alam Anda is situated at Bali's north east coast, hidden behind coconut plantations, directly at the sea and far away from other tourists. Here it is possible to still find the original Bali with its culture and living habits of the Balinese people.
Indonesia | Bali & Lesser Sundas
Amanwana (which means "peaceful forest" and opened in 1993) is a nature camp and wilderness hideaway. Set in a secluded cove on the island's west coast, the camp is surrounded by tropical forest and looks out over Amanwana Bay and beyond to the
Indonesia | Bali & Lesser Sundas
The Anam Emerald Resort, formerly called Puri Komodo, sits on the northwest tip of the island of Flores, a 30 minute boat ride from Labuanbajo (Labuan Bajo) town, and is an ideal getaway from where you can visit and dive the Komodo National Park.
Indonesia | Bali & Lesser Sundas
Indulge yourself and stay at Angel Island, 10 villas set in gardens of Hibiscus flowers in 15 hectares, on a private island on the edge of Komodo National Park, with 3 white sand beaches, 20 minutes by boat out of Labuanbajo - Flores.
Indonesia | Bali & Lesser Sundas
A fully-maintained PADI Dive Center is available on site to cater both beginner and experienced divers. Safety and easy diving begins with well-trained and attentive staffs and professionals as well as well-maintained equipments and standards.
Indonesia | Bali & Lesser Sundas
Mimpi Tulamben Resort sits on a black lava-rock beach at the foot of Mount Agung in the tiny village of Tulamben, on the northeastern coast of Bali. Immediately offshore - just a short fin away - is the sunken Liberty shipwreck and some of Bali's most acc
Indonesia | Bali & Lesser Sundas
Pondok Baruna is located in the north of Lembongan Island, one of a group of three islands to the southeast of Bali around which lies some of Bali’s very best scuba diving.
Indonesia | Bali & Lesser Sundas
Far removed from the busy Bali tourist centers, the unspoiled northwest offers a view into the uniqueness of Bali. Still undeveloped, with nature and marine parks preserving the area, one finds a grand expanse of coconut groves and beautiful ancient templ
Indonesia | Bali & Lesser Sundas
Villa Almarik is on the island of Gili Trawangan, one of the three islands off the northwest corner of Lombok, Indonesia, renowned as a scuba diving spot. Originally home only to a handful of fisherman, it is surrounded by underwater coral gardens and cov
Indonesia | West Papua
Kri Eco Resort is a simple, informal, but comfortable dive resort set in a pristine natural environment.
Indonesia | West Papua
Misool Eco Resort is located in the remote southern part of Raja Ampat, West Papua, Indonesia. This tiny resort is located on its own private island, Babtim, nestled deep in a vast archipelago of uninhabited islands, 165 kilometers from the nearest resort
Indonesia | West Papua
Raja Ampat Dive Lodge is located at the heart of the most spectacular diving in northern Raja Ampat. Fronted by a white sand beach and backed by the ever-verdant Papuan rainforest, the dive lodge is surrounded by natural beauty. Mere minutes from the famo
Indonesia | West Papua
Raja4Divers on Pulau Pef, redefines the Raja Ampat diving holiday by offering an authentic Papuan experience, one with nature, without compromising on quality, comfort and service. Pulau Pef is an exclusive private island, located 48km south of the equato
Indonesia | West Papua
Sorido Bay Resort, opened in early November 2005, remains the most comfortable land-based option to explore the exceptional diving around the Raja Ampat Islands of West Papua.
Indonesia | Sulawesi
Located on Kadidiri in the heart of the hidden paradise that is the Togian Islands, this resort offers the ideal setting for the best of tropical diving. It's excellent value for money too.
Indonesia | Sulawesi
Black Sand Dive Retreat is a small 6-bungalow, quality dive resort located on a sheltered bay in a natural setting on Lembeh Strait, Indonesia's Exotic Critter Capital.
Indonesia | Sulawesi
Situatated on the quite eastern part of Bunaken island itself is the small and intimate Bunaken Cha Cha Nature Resort, which accommodates a maximum of 12 guests
Indonesia | Sulawesi
Dabirahe Resort & Spa (formerly the Lembeh Hills Resort) is a luxurious, eco-boutique resort located on the hillside overlooking the world famous Lembeh Strait, renowned for its world class "muck" diving, North Sulawesi, Indonesia.
Indonesia | Sulawesi
Divers Lodge Lembeh is situated on the south west tip of Lembeh Island, North Sulawesi, Indonesia. There are no roads on the Island. There are some villages and settlements, but none in the immediate vicinity of the resort.
Indonesia | Sulawesi
Gangga Island Resort & Spa, located on the tip of a small island near Manado in North Sulawesi, Indonesia, consists of fifteen wooden bungalows built on stilts with high ceilings and a spacious veranda overlooking a pristine white sand beach. For bot
Indonesia | Sulawesi
Island Retreat is located at Pulau Batudaka, one of the main Islands within the Togian cluster. It is surrounded by mangrove, jungle, fine white sandy beaches, and flora and fauna unique to the Wallace line (a division between the New and Old World) about
Indonesia | Sulawesi
Nestled amongst undulating coconut grooves overlooking the tranquil Wori Bay and just minutes away from North Sulawesi's Bunaken National Park, Kima Bajo Resort & Spa is a small upscale boutique resort which offers romance, luxury and every comfort yo
Indonesia | Sulawesi
North Sulawesi's most deluxe option! This place is beautiful - isolated on the east side of the Minahasa peninsular and within a stone's throw of the extraordinary Lembeh Strait, famous for its macro and critter diving.
Indonesia | Sulawesi
Lembeh Resort is a boutique resort situated on Lembeh Island, just a few minutes by boat from the world famous muck diving sites of the Lembeh Strait. The property is surrounded by lush tropical gardens and blends well into the landscape. 
Indonesia | Sulawesi
Living Colours Dive Resort, located on Bunaken Island, Manado, North Sulawesi, is a small idyllic resort with a professional dive centre, based on Bunaken Island in the heart of the world famous Bunaken National Marine Park.
Indonesia | Sulawesi
Located in Kalasey, south of Manado, 30 minutes from the airport and 30 minutes by boat from Bunaken Island, is the new, small, exclusive resort of Mapia. It is set in tropical gardens and located on a white sand beach. It is ideal for complete relaxation
Indonesia | Sulawesi
The Minahasa Lagoon Resort is A charming, boutique, beachfront resort located 45 minutes by car from Manado city, and consists of a number of lovely cottages facing a private beach, fringed by lush jungle.
Indonesia | Sulawesi
Located on the waterfront facing Bunaken National Park and Manado Tua Island, 45 minutes drive from Manado International Airport, this great little resort is run by the Batuna family, In fact Dr Batuna was really the man behind the discovery of Bunaken Ma
Indonesia | Sulawesi
Onong Resort, just completely renewed, is located on the tiny island of Siladen in the Bunaken Marine Park, North Sulawesi, Indonesia. It has become a base for Marine research as well as being a perfect place for those who are looking for a remote getaway
Indonesia | Sulawesi
Did you ever want to get away from it all? Leave the rest of the world behind you? If you can do without aircon and luxury, then Pulisan Jungle Beach Resort in North Sulawesi is definitely an option... especially if you want to dive one of the world's mo
Indonesia | Sulawesi
Tasik Ria is an intimate seaside, boutique-style resort with 34 rooms set amongst coconut palms and landscaped gardens, located on Tanawangko Bay on the north west coast of Manado, only 20 kilometres from Bunaken National Park in North Sulawesi.
Indonesia | Sulawesi
The Diving: Tropical coral reef diving and sea-grass habitat. Steep slopes and walls. Sea mounts, caverns and pristine reef tops. Drift dives and critter hunting. Fresh water caves.
Indonesia | Sulawesi
The Walea Dive Center Resort is located in a private area of the Walea Bahi island. In 1994, the nearby area became a marine park where fishing and docking is forbidden.
Indonesia | Borneo (Kalimantan)
Small and cozy - Derawan Dive Lodge is located on the island of Derawan, which is the main island of the same-named archipelago just off the coast of East Kalimantan in Indonesia. Built from wood and on a private white sandy beach, the Lodge with its just
Indonesia | Borneo (Kalimantan)
Derawan Dive Resort has Twenty Seven Traditional Kalimantan style cottages. Each room is air-conditioned with TV and deluxe and the VIP rooms have hot water.
Indonesia | Borneo (Kalimantan)
Maratua Paradise Resort is located on an exotic island off the east coast of Indonesian Borneo (Kalimantan). Together with neighbouring islands Kakaban and Sangalaki, Maratua offers some of the best diving you can find.
Indonesia | Borneo (Kalimantan)
Beautifully situated off the east coast of Borneo in the Sulawesi Sea, Nabucco Island Resort offers eight double bungalows and one single bungalow, all in the traditional Indonesian style. Around the tiny island there are a few little beaches where visito
Malaysia | Peninsular Malaysia
The Datai, situated on the north-western tip of the pristine Malaysian island of Langkawi, provides an idyllic natural retreat within the depths of a centuries-old virgin rainforest.
Malaysia | Peninsular Malaysia
The Japamala is a place honeymoons and romantic escapes! Despite rapid development elsewhere, Pulau Tioman has remained largely untouched, and this little place is a real find if you are looking to get lost for a few days.
Malaysia | Malaysian Borneo
Borneo Divers Mabul Dive Resort occupies a beautiful stretch of white sandy beach on the island of Mabul, just a few minutes boat ride from the famous Sipadan Island.
Malaysia | Malaysian Borneo
A jewel like tiny island in the Sulu Sea, an hour and a half boat ride north of Sandakan, Lankayan has been declared part of an immense Marine Protected Area.
Malaysia | Malaysian Borneo
Layang Layang is an atoll reef, 14 square kilometres in diameter, jutting 2000 metres from the floor of the South China Sea off the north coast of Malaysian Borneo, that has become famous amongst divers for big fish and amazing walls.
Malaysia | Malaysian Borneo
Mabul Water Bungalow is a dive resort located on Mabul Island, overlooking the world renowned Sipadan Island, 15 minutes away by speedboat. The entire resorts built on stilts over the water.
Malaysia | Malaysian Borneo
An unique dive resort, Sipadan Kapalai is built on a sand bar only 15 minutes from its more famous neighbour, Sipadan Island. The sand bar was many years ago the island of Kapalai, but erosion has taken its toll on what was once a truly beautiful island.
Malaysia | Malaysian Borneo
The Reef Dive Resort at Mataking Island is an exclusive island resort located off the coast of Borneo in the Celebes Sea, in the Malaysian State of Sabah, close to the maritime border with the Philippines.
Micronesia | Palau
Locally owned dive resort, made from scratch, the only private star-shaped island with pure white sand beaches, just 10 minutes away from the most famous dive sites. An island with lush forest, station home of frigate birds, wild egrets, and so many other
Micronesia | Palau
Located on the tropical island of Peleliu - at the southern end of Palau's Rock Island, and very close to the most famous dive and snorkeling sites in all of Palau. The Dolphin Bay Resort is designed with spectacular views and very comfortable lodging.
Micronesia | Yap
The Manta Ray Bay Resort is a full-service dive resort, designed by divers and built for divers. Suitable for all divers and non-divers alike.
Micronesia | Kosrae
Located on the remote Pacific Island of Kosrae, Micronesia, Kosrae Village Ecolodge has the look and feeling of an old Kosraean village, with “lohm”, the traditional Kosraean house or cottage, lining the ocean front, huge towering trees shading the buildi
Papua New Guinea | North Coast
One of Papua New Guinea's best kept secrets, Tufi Dive Resort is located on the stunning Cape Nelson on the north east coast of the main island, where numerous, steep sided inlets penetrate the land. The resort is nestled on top of a Fjord with 180-degre
Papua New Guinea | South Coast
Loloata Island Resort, Bootless Bay Located less than 30 minutes from the the capital, Port Moresby, and the international airport, Loloata Island Resort is nestled on a small island in the rich waters of Bootless Bay, south east Papua New Guinea.
Papua New Guinea | South Coast
Napatana Lodge is the first eco-tourism lodge in Alotau. Napatana is a traditionally built pole house that has been made from tropical timbers.
Papua New Guinea | New Britain
Conveniently located between Kokopo and Tokua Airport on the Gazelle Peninsular, facing across Simpson Harbour to Rabaul, Rapopo Plantation Resort sits right on the beach with splendid views to Pigeon Island and the bellowing Mt Tavurvur.
Papua New Guinea | New Britain
Walindi Plantation Resort is a small, intimate, Australian owned dive resort, situated on the shores of Kimbe Bay, Northern New Britain the largest of Papua New Guinea's Islands.
Papua New Guinea | New Ireland
Lissenung Island is the kind of Robinson Cruse style tropical island that you think should be confined to pages of a novel. It is located just 20 minutes boat ride from Kavieng on the island of New Ireland, Papua New Guinea.
Papua New Guinea | New Ireland
Nusa Island Retreat is situated on Nusa Island, just off the coast of Kavieng, New Ireland Province, Papua New Guinea. The Retreat is low impact and eco-sensitive with accommodation in the form of traditional island style bungalows. Most of the bungalows
Papua New Guinea | New Ireland
The Treehouse Village EcoResort, located near Kavieng on the northern tip of New Ireland, Papua NewGuinea, is not your average resort. This is a place for people who want to leave the western world behind and immerse themselves in the life of a Melanesian
Philippines | Mindoro & Luzon
Coco Beach Island Resort is a sprawling 10 hectare beach resort with facilities made from all-natural materials. Everything is designed to compliment each facility and its natural surroundings.
Philippines | Mindoro & Luzon
El Galleon is a well run, friendly boutique dive resort located on the Small La Laguna side of the headland that separates the quieter La Laguna beaches from the busy Sabang Beach, Puerto Galera.
Philippines | Mindoro & Luzon
Pandan Island is a private resort island located on the west side of Mindoro / Philippines. Facing the South China Sea, halfway on the coastal road between Mamburao and San Jose, lays the small fishing town of Sablayan.
Philippines | North Palawan
The Al Faro Cosmic Hotel is a tiny, boutique, 8-room resort on D’Pearl Bay on the island of Busuanga, Northern Palawan, ideally located for diving the Coron wrecks.
Philippines | North Palawan
Amanpulo (which means "peaceful island" and opened in 1993) is set on a secluded, private island named Pamalican, a low-lying coral island rimmed by seven square kilometres of pristine reef.
Philippines | North Palawan
Escape to your own tropical island secretly hidden in an untouched corner of the Far East. Ariara is the ultimate 'off the beaten track' destination, and it can be yours to share with whom you choose and no-one else!
Philippines | North Palawan
A tropical Shangri-la nestled upon a coral jewel set amidst Palawan's sparkling turquoise waters. Comely and idyllic, this island resort is a perfect hideaway for those who seek both relaxation and discovery.
Philippines | North Palawan
Dolarog Beach Resort is set in a Palawan palm grove near a lush forest, with a magnificent views of the Bacuit archipelago sunrise from the El Nido beachfront cottages. Dolarog Beach Resort is a small and quiet place, complete with restaurant, diving cent
Philippines | North Palawan
El Nido Resort's Lagen Island Resort is a tropical hideaway set in a cove and fringed by a thick primary forest. The most luxurious resort in the area, El Nido Resorts Lagen Island provides facilities and services that discerning leisure trave
Philippines | North Palawan
Miniloc Island is set in a cove with a backdrop of sheer limestone cliffs. It has crystal clear water teeming with different kinds of tropical fishes.
Philippines | North Palawan
Puerto Del Sol Resort & Dive Center is located on a peninsular close to the town of Concepcion, on the south coast of Busuanga, the largest island of the Calamianes Group, situated half way between the Philippine islands of Palawan and Mindoro.
Philippines | North Palawan
An extraordinary resort concept which will change the way travelers think about and enjoy vacations by providing guests with a relaxing natural experience as an antidote to their stressful 'high-tech' everyday life.
Philippines | Visayas
Surrounded by an amazing tropical garden with some of the rarest plants to be found in the Philippines, Atlantis Dumaguete is just a short trip to some of the most renowned dive sites in Asia - Apo Island, Balicasag reef and of course the local Dauin Mar
Philippines | Visayas
Dolphin-House is "a small piece of paradise" composed of 25 rooms spread out over 3 hectares of tropical garden.
Philippines | Visayas
Fridays Boracay is the oldest and most renowned, quality boutique resort on the island of Boracay. Its self-contained 34 native cottage-style rooms are located right on the famous White Beach, repeatedly voted the best beach in the world... the sand in fr
Philippines | Visayas
This new, boutique dive resort, located just a few minutes boat ride from the popular Panagsama beach on the Moalboal peninsular, south West Cebu, is an excellent choice for divers coming to explore some of the best known Philppines dive spots, including
Philippines | Visayas
"Exotic" As the local people call the resort can be found absolute beachfront on Malapascua's white beach.
Philippines | Visayas
Malapascua Legend Resort is located in the middle of the main beach; Bounty Beach, a beautiful white sandy beach, lined with coconut trees. The 'Legend Resort boutique' was built using lots of natural materials such as driftwood and bamboo. It definitely
Philippines | Visayas
This beautiful resort is located at Alona Beach, Panglao, Bohol, build on a spacious lot, consists of a restaurant with bar and lounging area, swimming pool and a total of 27 rooms.
Philippines | Visayas
A German/Swiss owned dive resort located on Malapascua - consists of 20 rooms equipped with some of highest standard on the island. All rooms include a private terrace or balcony and are beautifully decorated with abaca and mahogani furniture.
Philippines | Visayas
Right on the beachfront of Boracay stands the Sandcastles beach resort. Hand-built native villas are available for rental, made with local materials and decorated with uncluttered simplicity and taste.
Philippines | Visayas
Sumisid Lodge is a cozy lodge that has been operating since 1981 and was one of the first dive lodges at Panagsama Beach in Moalboal. The lodge is built almost entirely with native materials such as bamboo and woods and there is great detail for interior
Philippines | Visayas
Thalatta Beach Resort is a cozy, 16 room resort featuring Balinese-style, thatched cottages scattered around an infinity swimming pool, set in lush tropical gardens with ocean views. It is located in Zamboanganita, south of the provincial capital of Negro
Philippines | Visayas
Turtle Bay Dive Resort is located on the Moalboal peninsular on the west coast of Cebu Island in the central Philippines. The resort was built by a family of avid divers for divers and vacationers who want to enjoy the peace and beauty of this island par
Solomon Islands | Solomon Islands
Located on a secluded island in the Solomon Islands’ Western Province, just 10 minutes by boat from the Gizo airstrip, Sanbis Resort offers charming, rustic but comfortable accommodation in a beautiful setting plus a multitude of things to do.
Thailand | Andaman Sea
Minutes away from beautiful Konkare Bay, Phuket, Ban Ray bills itself as an "escape to tranquility."
Thailand | Andaman Sea
Dewa Boutique Resort integrates both resort and residential living with a choice of Resort Villas Suite Rooms and Family Suites, making it the ideal boutique resort for everyone, from honeymooners to families. With its genuinely friendly boutique-style ho
Thailand | Andaman Sea
Koh Jum Lodge is a Thai eco-resort situated on the unspoiled island of Koh Jum (or Koh Pu), located between Krabi, Koh Lanta and Phi Phi islands. Its sixteen cosy cottages, in traditional Andaman style, are set in a natural coconut plantation and tropical
Thailand | Andaman Sea
Peace, Serenity, Solitude. These are the words that come to mind for Pimalai. Add to that luxury, elegance, nature and genuine friendly service.
Vietnam | South China Sea
Mango Bay, 15 minutes north of Phu Quoc airport, offers an uniquely relaxing atmosphere with two deserted white sand beaches facing Vietnam's best ocean sunset.
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