's Top 50+ Beaches
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Tanjung Tinggi Beach // Indonesia
Rachmad Kurniadi With its crescent of pristine white sand, clear turquoise waters and striking arrangements of smooth, oversized granite boulders Tanjung Tinggi beach is without doubt one of the most beautiful in Indonesia. Despite being relatively unknown this stunning beach can give the best of the Seychelles or Philippines a run for their money.
Besides taking in the natural beauty of this tropical… read more »
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Green Bowl Beach // Indonesia
© balinature This secluded strip of white sand is located in the far south of Bali. For the Bukit Peninsula it is something of a hidden gem, although it isn't really that much of a secret anymore. Even so, being a little off-the-beaten-track keeps it pretty quiet and usually there are just a handful of beachgoers and surfers trying to avoid the… read more »
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Shark's Cove // USA
tdlucas5000 Set on Oahu's North Shore, home to some of the most legendary surf spots on the planet, is this popular little beach. Unlike neighbouring beaches, Shark's Cove is not about the surf - this is one for the snorkelers. In fact it was rated as one of the best shore dives in the world by Scuba Diving Magazine back… read more »
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Pink Beach // Indonesia
Pink sand beaches are pretty rare with just a handful scattered across the globe. However, Indonesia can lay claim to two of these; perhaps the best known is Pantai Merah on Komodo Island, the other is Pink beach on Lombok. Both beaches are equally stunning, but this one is considerably easier to get to, although it is still a… read more »
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Pink Sands Beach // The Caribbean
Mike's Birds Pink Sands Beach on Harbour Island is one of the most famous and unique beaches in the Bahamas. Known for its soft, rosy-hued sand and clear turquoise water, the beach stretches for about three miles along the island’s eastern shore.
The striking pink colour of the beach comes from tiny marine organisms called Foraminifera, whose bright pink or red shells… read more »
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Junkanoo Beach // The Caribbean
This lively spot is conveniently located in the heart of Nassau, the Bahamian capital. Junkanoo Beach has the soft white sand and clear turquoise water you'd expect, along with a laid back atmosphere. Located within walking distance of the cruise port and downtown Nassau, Junkanoo Beach a popular choice for visitors looking to enjoy the sun and sea without travelling… read more »
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French Leave Beach // The Caribbean
French Leave Beach, located on the Atlantic coast of the island of Eleuthera. It is a beautiful quiet and unspoiled stretch of pink-tinged, white sand. With clear turquoise water and gentle waves, it's the perfect spot for a peaceful beach day. Unlike busier beaches on the island, French Leave offers a more secluded experience, perfect for those looking to relax… read more »
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Mokuleia Beach Park // USA
Daniel Ramirez Mokule'ia is a lovely stretch of white sand located towards the western end of Oahu's North Shore. Being a fair way down the coast from Haleiwa means the beach here is generally pretty quiet. Set about halfway between the town and Ka'ena Point (Oahu's most westerly point) this is your last chance of beach with any amenities.
There always something… read more »
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Polo Beach // USA
Located near the western corner of Oahu's North Shore, not far from Haleiwa, is this lovely little pristine stretch of sand. Despite not being that far from anywhere Polo beach has a wonderfully secluded feel to it with its backdrop of ironwood trees. Often as not the beach here will be empty but don't be surprised to see horses… read more »
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Wrightsville Beach // USA
Connie The Atlantic beach at Wrightsville stretches for around 4 miles and is best known by those of a certain age as a location in the TV series Dawson's Creek. The youthful atmosphere of Wrightsville Beach continues today due to its proximity to the University of North Carolina, Wilmington drawing students to its shoreline on sunny days.
With the almost guaranteed waves… read more »
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Nags Head // USA
Suzie Tremmel Nags Head Beach lies on North Carolina's Outer Banks barrier island network. It's lined on its landward side by private beachfront homes and hotels, although public access and parking is maintained at specific points.
Once visitors have reached Nags Head Beach, they'll find an apparently endless expanse of golden sand. It probably takes its name from one of the many Nags… read more »
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Kitty Hawk // USA
Kitty Hawk Beach is located on the oceanic side of Bodie Island, a naturally-formed barrier island. Centred around its pier, the beach stretches out in either direction for several miles. Although lined almost all the way by beachside properties built to face the miraculous Atlantic sunrises, Kitty Hawk Beach still manages to maintain a feeling of serenity above all else.
Local… read more »
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Topsail Beach // USA
© VisitNC.com With four miles of white sand, it's easy to see why Topsail Beach has been drawing in the crowds since before World War Two, when visitors would have to arrive by boat. Just north of Wilmington, Topsail (pronounced Topsal) Beach forms a significant part of the Atlantic side of a 30 mile long barrier island.
Backed by private homes, there are… read more »
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Oak Island // USA
Patrick Reynolds Oak Island Beach is located a short distance south of Wilmington. Separated from mainland North Carolina by the Intracoastal Waterway, Oak Island Beach meets the Atlantic Ocean between Oak Island Golf Club and Long Beach.
Facing directly south, the sands of Oak Island Beach are unusual for NC in offering the chance to witness both sunrise and sunset. In between, visitors… read more »
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Emerald Isle // USA
Zebralongwing Emerald Isle Beach can be thought of stretching in a continuous ribbon of white sand from The Point at the western end of the island to Indian Beach approximately halfway down its length. That makes Emerald Isle Beach roughly 9 miles long.
Emerald Isle Beach has previously taken the crown as the best beach in North Carolina as voted… read more »
