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  • Pink Beach // Indonesia

    Pink Beach
    Hotel Kaesong

    Set in the natural wilderness that is the Komodo National Park, Pink beach requires a little more effort than most to get to. This however does not put a steady stream of visitors to the beach off, which speaks volumes about how special this place is.

    There are only a handful of pink beaches around the world with other notable ones… read more »

  • Cayos Zapatillas // Panama

    Cayos Zapatillas
    dronepicr

    Not a single beach but two small uninhabited islands fringed with pristine beaches of white sand, crystal-clear turquoise waters, and stunning views. Located on the southern end of the enchanting Bocas del Toro archipelago the islands boast some of the most picturesque beaches in the region.

    Cayos Zapatillas' beaches offer a serene escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life,… read more »

  • Lopes Mendes Beach // Brazil

    Lopes Mendes Beach
    Nathan Chor

    Of all the beautiful beaches on Ilha Grande, it is Praia de Lopes Mendes that is perhaps the closest to perfection. Making regular appearances in World's best beaches articles, the beach is something of a darling of the travel media. But does it live up to the acclaim? We think so.

    The beach itself is a gorgeous expanse of fine… read more »

  • Horseshoe Bay // The Caribbean

    Horseshoe Bay
    Captain-tucker

    Backed by South Shore Park, Bermuda's Horseshoe Bay Beach is the best of a string of beaches which line the island's Atlantic coast. Gently curving from one end to the other for about 300 metres, entry into the waters from the pinky-white sands is gentle, making it ideal for families.

    In the summer, when Horseshoe Bay Beach is at its… read more »

  • San Josef Bay // Canada

    San Josef Bay
    Rick McCharles

    Located at the northern end of Vancouver Island within Cape Scott Provincial Park, San Josef Bay boasts a beach of near-white sand in natural unspoiled surrounds. Lacking cell phone coverage, you'll need to be prepared for all eventualities, which include a 45 minute easy hike along a well-maintained gravel trail from the nearest parking, as well as regularly sightings of… read more »

  • Ehukai Beach Park (Pipeline) // USA

    Ehukai Beach Park (Pipeline)
    Aussie Aussalt

    No visit to the North Shore would be complete without checking out Ehukai beach, or Banzai Pipeline as it is known to surfers around the world. Set at the heart of the "7 mile miracle" this is possibly the most famous surf spot on the planet and a veritable Mecca for surfers. However, Pipeline is a wave for the… read more »

  • Noosa Main Beach // Australia

    Noosa Main Beach
    Kgbo

    With Noosa National Park to one side and the boutiques, cafes and bars of Hastings Street to the rear Noosa Heads Main Beach is in a prime spot. An expansive stretch of sun-soaked pale-golden sand this is one of the finest beaches on the Sunshine Coast.

    Despite being one of Australia's favourite holiday destinations Noosa manages a perfect balancing act with… read more »

  • Cala Violina // Italy

    Cala Violina
    Assianir

    Backed by the hilly pine grove and lush vegetation of the protected Bandite di Scarlino Nature Reserve (Riserva Naturale delle Bandite di Scarlino) the beach at Cala Violina is completely pristine. This good-sized crescent of soft white sands looks out over the crystal clear waters of the Tyrrhenian Sea. A nature lover's paradise, this beach is not only among the top-rated in… read more »

  • Turneffe Atoll // Belize

    Turneffe Atoll
    Adam

    Turneffe Atoll's remote beaches are something of a sanctuary for wildlife and a haven for those seeking a little solitude. 

    The atoll's diverse barrier reef ecosystem supports a variety of marine species, making it a prime spot for scuba diving and fishing.

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  • Lucky Bay // Australia

    Lucky Bay
    Stan Feldman

    Lucky Bay is reputed to be Australia's whitest beach, making it an idyllic beach to visit with its pristine sand and aquamarine water. Views from the beach look out across the Recherche Archipelago, adding further to the natural beauty.

    Stretching for 5km, Lucky Bay is one of a series of beaches and coves along the Cape Le Grand National Park coastline.… read more »

  • Cannon Beach // USA

    Cannon Beach
    © Stacey Andrew McClain

    Look for Cannon Beach on a map of Oregon and you'll find its not only the name of a stunning stretch of west coast shoreline, but also a city in Clatsop County. Named one of the world's most beautiful places by none other than National Geographic (and they should know), Cannon Beach also featured in the last scene of the… read more »

  • Higgins Beach // USA

    Higgins Beach
    Ken Gallager

    Higgins Beach is located in Maine's Cumberland County, approximately ten kilometres south of Portland. With a length of just over half a mile, Higgins Beach makes for a charming and easy escape from the big city.

    Its attractions include the quaint uncommercialised community of around 300 oceanside cottages, many of which are only occupied seasonally, alongside the shipwreck trapped by the… read more »

  • East Coast Beach // Singapore

    East Coast Beach
    © Paer Svensson

    Created from land reclaimed from the Strait of Singapore, East Coast Beach Park is located on the southern shores of the island. Although entirely man-made, there's nothing artificial about the beauty of this stretch of light, soft sand, which runs for a total length of 15 kilometres.

    It is backed by East Coast Park, which at 460 acres in size is… read more »

  • St Kilda Beach // Australia

    St Kilda Beach

    A popular getaway from central Melbourne for more than 100 years, St Kilda Beach has a thriving parkland foreshore called South Beach Reserve that's dotted with outdoor restaurant terraces. Additional options can be found at the end of its long pier, whose breakwater creates the harbour and provides a home for a colony of little penguins.

    Particularly busy on weekends and… read more »

  • Little Salmon Bay // Australia

    Little Salmon Bay
    Sei F

    Situated on the southernmost tip of famous Rottnest Island, about 18km off the coast of Perth, Little Salmon Bay is a must for keen snorkellers. It has a wealth of colourful fish species milling around the bright Pocillopora coral in the bay waters.

    Serene Little Salmon Bay is popular with families as it offers soft white sand and calm, sheltered… read more »