As up-and-coming beach destinations go, Mozambique appears to be a sleeper hit. The delightful &Beyond Benguerra Island is one of the country’s premier resorts and now looks even more inviting after a major facelift.

The lodge is now a true grand design with a new entrance and welcome area with ocean views and a guest area that includes a upgraded "rim-flow" swimming pool. Dining areas include the Dhow Bar on the beach and the lodge’s casinhas and cabanas have been restyled with an island colour scheme and classic interiors that reflect the nation’s Portuguese heritage.

The transformation also includes new furniture, redesigned bathrooms, air conditioning, elegant bespoke flooring, large private swimming pools and refreshed beach bandas. And the jewel of the resort is the relaunched Casa Familia, with three en suite bedrooms ideal for families or small groups. The master bedroom is flanked by two interconnecting bedrooms and each guest room has its own bathroom.

There’s also a refreshed dive centre, new diving equipment and additional change rooms, as well as a new dive boat, vehicle and refurbished catamaran for excursions.