Arriving on this private island via prop plane is a scene straight out of a film. Islas Secas, off the Gulf of Chiriqui – 20 miles off the coast of Panama – is great for getting back to nature, with 750 species of fish to spot while scuba diving, 124 types of birds seen in flight and there’s a pretty good chance to see whales swimming about too. The bedrooms are heaven, complete with swaying canopy beds, plus you can swim in a private semi-Olympic infinity pool. For something a little different, book into a tented casitas that feel a bit like grown-up tree houses -if you’re a sucker for an outdoor tub, this one is for you. Make time for the spa, with open-air treatments and home-crafted natural ingredients on the menu.