The 10 most visited beaches in the world. Rating of the best and unique beaches in the world

21.05.2020

There are many collections of "The best beaches in the world." The ranking evaluates places according to criteria such as visual appeal, opportunities for outdoor activities, beaches with the best parties and nightlife, the most secluded beaches, etc.

TOP 10 best beaches in the world - photos

This ten will be about places that have no analogues. And since all the beaches that will be discussed, the one and only, it makes no sense to assign them any places, this is just a list.

Let's start with the beaches that are categorized "Must-see" tourists around the world.

Tulum

The beach is located in the Mayan Riviera (Mexico). A striking feature of Tulum is its proximity to one of Mexico's most beautiful ruinsleft over from the Mayan civilization.

Tulum ruins - an ancient fortress located on a rocky cliff, which offers amazing views of one of the best beaches in the world.

Tulum is pretty popular a tourist destination, so it is unlikely that you will be able to feel in solitude, but this is perfectly compensated by a wide strip of white sand and the bewitching turquoise waters of the Caribbean Sea.

Navajo

Location - Zakynthos Island, Greece. Navajo - Isolated and Strikingly Beautiful sandy bay, which can only be reached by boat. Tourists from all over the world are attracted by:

Sheer limestone rocks;
White sand;
Pure blue water.

The peculiarity of the beach are the remains of a smuggling ship "Panagiotis"flooded by criminals after prolonged harassment by the Greek coastal police. By the way, “navajo” from Greek is translated as “shipwreck”. A stunning view of the bay opens when you stand on the high side of the cliff.

Grace Bay

Turks and Caicos Islands are over 40 small islands and sandbanks. Providenciales - The main tourist center of this archipelago. This is where Grace Bay is located, a strip of paradise with a length of 19 km.

Clear water and a coral reef system bordering the coast are the perfect combination for snorkeling and diving. The only fly in the ointment is an ever-increasing number of hotels, which makes it difficult to feel in seclusion.

Whitehaven

Jökulsaurloun Lake (Iceland). Imagine diamonds laid out on black velvet. This beach looks something like this because of its black volcanic sand and blocks of ice lying on it. Standing on the shore of this large glacial lake, you feel like a pioneer on a newly discovered alien planet.

This place is especially beautiful if you are here at dawn or at sunset because the rays of the low sun fall into small icebergs, filling them unearthly glow. There is hardly a person who will be indifferent to the minimalist beauty of this place.

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1. Grace Bay (Providenciales, Turks and Caicos Islands)

Grace Bay year after year remains a favorite among tourists, and not without reason. The beach is famous for its incredibly soft white sands and bright blue waters.

2. Baia do Sancho (Fernando de Noronha, Brazil)

The lush Brazilian jungle comes close to Baia do Sancho, creating a spectacular contrasting landscape.

3. Varadero (Cuba)

The charming Cuban town has a truly luxurious coast. Varadero will meet you with snow-white sand, spreading coconut palms and a dark blue sky.

4. Eagle Beach (Aruba)

An unusually attractive destination for fans of tropical vacations. Eagle Beach offers white sands and turquoise waters that will fully justify your ideas about the perfect Caribbean beach.

5. Seven Mile Beach (Cayman Islands)

This is an extremely popular destination for cruise ships. Seven Mile Beach offers countless restaurants, bars, hotels and resorts, as well as plenty of opportunities for outdoor activities.

6. La Concha (Donostia San Sebastian, Spain)

One TripAdvisor user described this beach as "pristine." La Concha boasts a mountain landscape, a picturesque winding coast and chic oceanfront villas.

7. Clearwater (Florida, United States)

In 2018, Clearwater (in the main photo) was recognized as the number one beach in the States. It is also the only beach in the United States that has entered the list of the best in the world, and for good reason. The 4-kilometer Clearwater is literally blinding with its sugar-white sand and clear waters.

8. Seven Mile Beach (Negril, Jamaica)

This golden sand beach once belonged to pirates. Now Seven Mile Beach is a paradise for fans of leisurely tropical vacations and sunbathing.

9. Bavaro (Dominican Republic)

Bavaro is an extensive snow-white beach, near which there are countless resorts and restaurants. There is also an incredible amount of entertainment, so even the most active tourists will not be bored.

10. Playa Norte (Isla Mujeres, Mexico)

This is one of the most beautiful Mexican corners. Playa Norte is located on the picturesque island of Isla Mujeres, which can be reached quite quickly by ferry from Cancun. The beach is ideal for snorkeling and sunbathing.

My ranking of the best beaches in the world 2017

For four years, my top of the best beaches has changed a lot.
If in the previous article I loved the Caribbean - the majority of my favorite beaches were there, now the Caribbean closes the list.

Now, going to relax at sea, I in addition to the budget of the trip, I also evaluate the hardships of the road: flight duration, airline service, ease of movement and transfers on site.

The Caribbean is not an option, and I wrote about this when I returned from another trip from Central America:.
However, the criterion for evaluating the beach is the same for me and I quote myself:

What is the best beach in the world for me

- clean, clear and fairly calm water;
- convenient entry into the water - in order to swim I do not have to go 100 meters knee-deep;
- cleanliness of the beach
The best option: coral white sand, which in the sun does not heat up like a frying pan
- a minimum of people on the beach.
If sausages are launched on the beach with a parachute, they are thundered with aquabikes - this beach goes to sucks;
- the maximum of wildlife: I love that there should be something other than seal laying near the beach, because I can not lie on the beach for more than 5 minutes.

The easiest and most accessible vacation for me at sea is this.
Judge for yourself: fly to the place 3-4 hours ().

Clear and healthy food: meat, fish, vegetables, greens, feta cheese, olive oil.
The cleanest sea and beautiful nature around.

Affordable, albeit modest housing - apartments (search on booking.com or on the airbnb website)
Therefore, I will start with Greece.

Greece

Forgive me, resort lovers, Portugal! Your favorite beaches - I absolutely do not like.

Croatia

Thailand

- In the last year, the holiday season has shifted, and on these usually calm winter beaches it was very exciting.
But still, Phuket is the easiest and fastest way to get into the summer from wet Russian autumn / winter (

There are thousands of beautiful beaches in the world and it is almost impossible to choose the best, because each person has his own preferences. Some people like quiet, secluded beaches, some - luxurious with white sand and a blue lagoon, some - wild with cliffs and rocks. And which one do you choose?

No. 10. Fraser Island, Queensland, Australia

Fraser Island is the world's largest sand island. It is located on the east coast of Australia, its size: length - about 120 km, width - from 7 to 23 km. Area - 1840 km2.

The dunes of the island, reaching 240 m in height, formed over 400 years ago and now the island is the largest sand island in the world and has its own unique ecosystem. Beautiful beaches of white sand stretched for more than 100 km.

In 1992, Fraser Island was included in the UNESCO World Heritage List as a unique natural monument.

No. 9. Rendezvous Bay, Anguilla, Caribbean

Anguilla is an island in the east of the Caribbean, it is a self-governing territory of Great Britain. The dimensions of this coral island are 26 km long and 5 km wide. The whole island is framed by beaches, there are about 30 in total.

Rendezvous Bay - the best beach in Anguilla. There is white and soft sand, blue crystal clear water, palm trees, the best hotels - a paradise.

No. 8. Matira Beach On Bora Bora Island, French Polynesia

Bora Bora is one of the most beautiful and romantic islands in the Pacific Ocean. The island is located in a protected lagoon, its length is 29 km.

The best place on the island is Matira Beach. Strip of white sand with palm trees and transparent, clear water of the lagoon. Here you can go waterskiing, snorkelling or kayaking. Five minutes walk from the beach are hotels, restaurants and eateries.

Number 7. Lopez Mendes, Ilya Grande, Brazil

One of the cleanest and most beautiful beaches in the world. Three kilometers of white sand, which crunches underfoot and turquoise clear water. There are no roads on the island, and the beach is surrounded by a jungle. From Rio de Janeiro to the island - a few hours go by boat. A true tropical paradise.

No. 6. Anse Lazio Beach, Praslin, Seychelles

Cozy, enclosed bay and incredible turquoise water make Anse Lazio beach not only the best beach in the Seychelles, but also one of the best in the world.

White sand, a cozy bay, clear azure water, trees bending over water, crabs running along the beach - all this is the unique beach of Anse Lazio.

No. 5. Pink Sand Beach, Harbor, Bahamas

An incredible pink sand beach is located in the Bahamas. The beach has such an unusual color thanks to small particles of pink corals and shells. These particles can be seen if you look at the sand closer.

There are no large tourist complexes on the island, instead of them there are small private villas. Harbor Island is small - 5 km long and 1 km wide. There are no cars here. Here you can go to lovers of a relaxing and quiet holiday.

The sea is calm, the coast is protected from strong waves by a coral reef. All these conditions make the beach ideal for diving and snorkeling.

Number 4. Sun Island, Maldives

Sun Island is one of the most beautiful and popular in the Maldives. White sand, blue water, bungalows on the shore - all this creates a unique atmosphere of paradise on Earth.

The most popular and interesting entertainment here is snorkeling and diving. Swimming next to reef sharks, feeding stingrays, getting to know moray eels (from afar) are all amazing and exciting, especially for inexperienced tourists.

Number 3. Flamenco Beach, Culebra Island, Puerto Rico

Flamenco Beach is one of the most beautiful beaches of Puerto Rico. White coral sand extends for miles in advance along the coastline of the island. Coral reef protects the beach from strong waves. Here you will find at least 4 shades of water.

Along the beach are some of the best campsites in Puerto Rico. Some Tkrists spend several months a year here.

No. 2. Turtle Island, Fiji

Turtle Island is a truly heavenly place on Earth. Clear blue water, luxurious underwater scenery for diving enthusiasts, palm trees hanging over ideal sandy beaches. This island is a favorite destination for celebrities.

The island became known around the world after filming the film "Blue Lagoon". Scuba diving, scuba diving, hiking, kayaking, surfing, sailing - and this is not a complete list of entertainment on Turtle Island.

No. 1. White Beach, Boracay, Philippines

White Beach is Boracay's most famous and longest beach. The length of the beach is 4 km. Of course, most of the most expensive hotels on the island are located here. The white beach is unique due to the fine white sand as flour and the clear blue azure water.

This beach is like paradise, just like from the Bounty commercial. The beach is perfectly clean, it is forbidden to drink, smoke or eat food. White Beach does not belong to any of the hotels and is public, so you can walk along it freely wherever you want.