Friday, March 29, 2024
HomeTravel10 best beaches around the world

10 best beaches around the world

Many of us just cannot resist the serenity of sitting on a beach. The rhythmic beating of the blue ocean waves against the land, as if coming to say hello, holds the infinite charm. Walking on the sand, playing with the waves, and swimming in the ocean has its appeal. The tremendous beauty relaxes both mind and body. Now and then we like to visit beaches to witness its beauty and to unwind from the hither titter of our daily lives. 

Most of the traveling freaks are dreaming about the day, will finally be able to go back to traveling once the hard-hitting reality of the coronavirus pandemic ends. While you are busy thinking and dreaming of our next workable travel plan, we should expand our knowledge of places. One can very well do so by exploring their various future travel options online. 

To help you with your knowledge and explorations, here is a list of the top ten beaches from around the world that you can visit once the pandemic gets dealt with. This is not a fixed or exhaustive list, but a subjective one because everyone’s preference will differ based on the scenery, accessibility, amenities, water sports, and the tourist population on them.

So, given below is a list of 10 beaches from around the world that you must visit if you already have not:

1. Maya Bay, Koh Phi Phi, Thailand

maya-bay-phi-phi-leh-island-Thailand

This beach, with its white sand and mangroves, is a very popular tourist destination. It is also famous for the shooting of the cult movie ‘The Beach’ that had starred Leonardo DiCaprio. The place also provides some scenic arrangements of big limestones covered with green foliage. The beach boasts of silky soft white sand with pristine blue water. It fills the ocean bed with colorful coral and fish. 

2. Playa de Ses Illetes, Formentera, Spain

Playa-de-Ses-Illetes

It is located near the infamous party island Ibiza on a small island of Formentera. There are several beaches on this island, but Playa de Ses Illetes has the best view to offer with its white sand and crystal clear turquoise water. Because of this reason, this beach becomes awfully busy during its peak season despite being a little small in size.  

3. Kauna’oa (Mauna Kea) Beach, Hawaii

mauna-kea-beach

Hawaii comprises many famous beaches, but Kauna’oa each is perfect for all those who want to unwind themselves among palm trees. It’s golden sand and calm water brings it in the list of top five beaches in the USA. The golden sand provides you with the perfect environment for sunbathing. In fact, you can even spot a different species of fish, like parrotfish and butterflyfish, in the ocean water. The beach has two coral reefs and a good deal of water sports activities for all the adventure lovers. It provides options from snorkeling along the rocks to deep-sea diving.   

4. Whitehaven Beach, Queensland, Australia

whitehaven-beach- queensland-australia

Australia’s east coast is home to many spectacular beaches, the Whitehaven Beach in Whitsundays being one of them. Located on the Great Barrier Reef and protected by the Whitsundays Island National Park, Whitehaven Beach is Australia’s one of the most prominent beach destinations. The seven kilometers long stretch encompasses white swirling waves on top of the bluish-green water. The white sand appears luminescent under the sun as 98% of it is pure white silica. Yacht excursion can reach the beach in the area or via a helicopter and seaplane rides.  

5. Jimbaran Beach, Bali

Bali-Jimbaran-Beach

This Jimbaran beach has various luxury resort options that coexist with its authentic local community. This beach is perfect if you want to just relax by the pristine blue water and have their famous seafood experience. The easy-going lifestyle of the people of Bali will make you forget all your tensions. Another added advantage of this beach is that it is close to many other tourist attractions like sea temples and other cultural spots that anyone would love to visit. You can check out their local market; it fills the place with different eateries, making the place irresistible for any foodie. You can even sign up for water activities like surfing and snorkeling to enjoy your time there to the fullest.   

6. Navagio Beach, Zakynthos, Greece

navagio-beach

Navagio beach is home to a shipwreck of a smuggling ship called Panagiotis. This is what gave rise to the name Shipwreck Beach. This beach, located on the Greek island of Zakynthos, is isolated and provides clear blue water. The place has limestone cliffs and white sand beaches and garners thousands of tourists every year. Navagio Beach is not the most conventional beach as if on a cliff and the only way to reach this place is by boat. You can also enjoy the beach view from the top of a surrounding cliff.

7. Baia do Sancho, Brazil

baia-do-sancho

Baia do Sancho is located 200 miles away from Brazil’s coast on Fernando De Noronha Island. The only way to reach this secluded beach is by boat or by climbing down the staircase of surrounding cliffs. The place also has an active volcanic archipelago of 21 islands in the Atlantic Ocean surrounded by green vegetation. The place is also perfect for snorkeling and spotting stingrays. The beach is not very crowded and hence gives the vibe of a private beach.

8. Camps Bay, Cape Town, South Africa

camps-bay

Camps Bay is the most popular beach in Cape Town, with white sand and spectacular sunsets. The backdrop of the beach comprises the Twelve Apostles Mountain Range and Table Mountain giving it a majestic touch. The water is known to be cold due to currents in the Atlantic Ocean, but its view and backdrop make up more than enough for it.

9. Anse Source d’Argent, Seychelles

anse-source-d-argent-tropical-beach

Seychelles is filled with beautiful white sand beaches, but Anse Source d’Argent stands out among all. It is among the most photographed beaches in the world, standing on the Indian Ocean as one of the 115 island archipelagoes. The beach showcases big granite boulders along with an offshore reef. This beach is perfect for swimming and basking in the sun. If you’re in luck, you might also encounter some endangered birds and huge tortoises upon your visit.

10. Long Beach, Vancouver Island, Canada

long-beach-vancouver-canada

The Long Beach is not like any other typical tropical beach. It hails from the wilderness and provides a scenic view to its tourists. The beach has a backdrop of green luscious rainforests, with white surf. The coast also witnesses migrating grey whales every spring and summer.

These above-listed beaches are perfect for people who want to explore different beaches apart from the popular tropical ones that get constantly swarmed with visitors. If you plan to take a trip to a beach to unravel the tensions of your daily life, you must consider giving the above-given beaches a shot. 

RELATED ARTICLES

LEAVE A REPLY

Please enter your comment!
Please enter your name here

Most Popular

Recent Comments