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Ko Lanta, Thailand

Why Go Now: A mere eight years ago, Ko Lanta was an isolated jungle on an inaccessible island. Since then, a handful of resorts have settled in along its palm-lined coves.

The Details: The Island’s western shore, with all its beaches, is attracting the most attention. Trailblazer Pimalai Resort & Spa (doubles from $418) recently added 39 airy, teak-floored villas set among trees on a hill overlooking a private beach. At the lantern-lit Red Snapper (dinner for two $30), young Dutch chefs make everything from tapas and Turkish dips to mojitos and steamed mussels. Time for Lime (dinner for two $25) is an open-air restaurant and cooking school where visitors learn to prepare dishes such as curries and mango salad.

T+L Tip: Rent a motorbike through your hotel and drive along the jungle-shaded Klong Saladan River.

Reference: http://www.travelandleisure.com/articles/worlds-sexiest-affordable-destinations-2009/10