The yoga might be done on windswept mid-ocean rocks (really), and the spa soaking in a vitality pool in a lush mangrove jungle.

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The 61 villas are either perched on the beach or built directly out over the blue lagoon, including the spa suites that overlook the Indian Ocean.

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On a hot, blue-sky afternoon last month, the three were touring Mukul's spa, which occupies six buildings, some with sweeping views of the Pacific Ocean below.

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