Amanwana, Moyo Island
You'll make quite a splash when arriving at this ultra-posh hideaway. The eight-seat seaplane that puddle-jumps from nearby Bali lands directly in the cerulean bay, then motors up to the dock. Once ashore, settle into one of 20 tents, either surrounded by jungle or fronting the Flores Sea. They feature teak walls, glass windows, and peaked canvas roofs, and have air-conditioning, plush chaises, and a king-size bed fit for a royal couple. Lounge by the freshwater dipping pool, or browse through the extensive CD library and mellow out in the open-air music pavilion. Then peel yourself away from all that luxury to give windsurfing a shot in the warm waters. (From $700, amanresorts.com)
Stay in a Tree House: Australia
Daintree Eco Lodge & Spa, Daintree
Heed the call of the wild at this lodge deep in the world's oldest rain forest (it's been around for an astounding 135 million -- yes, million -- years). The boutique property is fronted by a glassy freshwater lagoon and is rife with the indigenous flavor of the nearby community of Kuku Yalanji. Aborigines inspired many of the details, including the names of each bungalow, which are based on the animals or plants that live around it ("walbul walbul" means "butterfly," while "karrkurr" is "green tree frog"). The stilted rooms are surrounded by ferns, palms, and native ginger, and they boast screened balconies and local artwork. Pack your hiking boots -- there's plenty of exploring to do, and it's best done by foot. (From $536, daintree-ecolodge.com.au)
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