World’s best beaches revealed
Whether you prefer to spend your days lounging on the sand with a cocktail in hand, or diving beneath the surf on an underwater adventure, it’s important to find the right location to suit all of your holiday needs.
And thanks to TripAdvisor’s Travellers’ Choice Best of the Best Awards, it has never been easier to narrow down your selection from the world’s 25 best beaches, and to lock in that next dream getaway.
Coming in at 25th is Greece’s gorgeous Balos Lagoon, though it isn’t the only contender that brought the country success in the rankings - Falassarna Beach secured the 21st position, too.
In 24th to 22nd came St Thomas’s Magens Bay, Isla Mujeres’ Playa Norte, and Cyprus’ Nissi Beach. And for the next ten spots, the ocean vistas were a sight to behold, and beloved by travellers from all across the globe.
At number 20 on the list was Tanzania’s Nungwi Beach. Next up came Brazil’s Ipanema Beach, then Costa Rica’s Playa Manuel Antonio, Spain’s Playa de Muro Beach, Bali’s Kelingking Beach, Spain’s La Concha Beach, Grand Cayman’s Seven Mile Beach, Australia’s Manly Beach, Georgia’s “haunting” Driftwood Beach, and Florida’s Siesta Beach.
From there came the top 10, each boasting spectacular views, sparkling sands, and mesmerising waters.
10th place went to Hawaii’s Ka’anapali Beach, perfect for those in search of a “place to find our peace!”
9th went to Cuba’s “postcard perfect” Varadero Beach.
8th to the Islands of Sicily’s Spiaggia dei Conigli, described by one traveller as “one of the marvels of the world.”
7th to the Andaman and Nicobar Islands’ Radhanager Beach, which begs the question “what’s not to like?”
6th place went to Portugal’s “white sand beach that seemingly stretches forever” Praia da Falesia.
Opening the top five was Providenciales’ Grace Bay Beach, a spot that’s been known to excite many who have the opportunity to visit.
From there came Iceland’s stunning and “trapped inside a dream” Reynisfjara Beach, for those looking for something a little different.
Australia got another honour with Cable Beach in third place, a location known for its opportunities “to sightsee, walk, swim, rock pool, and watch the sunset.”
The “tranquil and pristine” Eagle Beach in Aruba secured second spot.
Meanwhile, the honour of World’s Best Beach went to Brazil’s “beautiful [and] remote” Baia do Sancho. The top location not only boasts breathtaking views and a quieter experience, but also a little fun for those who want an experience en route - a steep path, complete with stones and ladders, keeps this spot safe from the masses.
See the full list of winners here.
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