what are the most beautiful beaches in the world?

Tulum

Known for its stunning Mayan ruins and broad stretch of white sand along mesmerizing turquoise waters[1].


Navagio Beach

An isolated cove on Zakynthos, famous for its shipwreck and surrounded by sheer limestone cliffs and clear blue water[1].


Grace Bay

A 19km paradise in the Turks and Caicos, featuring sugary sand and transparent water, ideal for snorkeling and diving[1][2].


Whitehaven Beach

Located in the Great Barrier Reef, known for its 4.4 miles of pure white silica sand and stunning swirls of blue water[1][4].


Baía do Sancho

Regularly deemed the world's best beach, located on a remote Brazilian island with soft sand and abundant sea life, accessible only by boat or difficult trail[2][4].


Hanalei Bay

Famous for its breathtaking beauty framed by jade-colored mountains, this Kauai beach is popular among surfers[2][3].


View across Camps Bay and the Twelve Apostles (Table Mountain) at sunset.
Camps Bay

Cape Town’s most popular urban beach, set against the Twelve Apostles Mountain Range and offering stunning sunsets[1][3].


Anse Source d’Argent Beach La Digue Island Seychelles
Anse Source d’Argent

A picturesque beach on La Digue in Seychelles, known for its unique granite boulders and crystal-clear lagoon[2][4].


Elafonissi beach with pink sand on Crete
Elafonissi Beach

Famous for its pink sands and warm lagoon waters on Crete, providing a natural getaway feel[2][3].


Railay Beach

A stunning beach in Krabi, Thailand, accessible only by boat, framed by limestone cliffs and lush vegetation[3][4].


Ipanema

A vibrant beach in Rio de Janeiro known for its social scene, golden sand, and iconic skyline views[2][4].


Long Beach

The longest sandy beach on Vancouver Island, offering scenic views and a backdrop of lush rainforests[1][3].


Idyllic beach Punta Rata in Brela aerial view, Makarska riviera of Dalmatia, Croatia
Punta Rata

A serene beach in Croatia, set against a backdrop of natural beauty and popular for swimming and snorkeling[4].


Playa Manuel Antonio

Within Costa Rica's most popular national park, this beach features calm waters and abundant wildlife[4][6].


Pink Sands Beach

Renowned for its pale pink sand on Harbour Island, offering gentle waves and crystal-clear waters[6].


Caribbean, Cayman Islands, George Town, Luxury resorts and Seven Mile Beach
Seven Mile Beach

Located in Grand Cayman, known for its soft sand and myriad of water sports activities[2].


Copacabana Sidewalk Mosaic and Palm Trees in Rio de Janeiro
Copacabana

A famous beach in Brazil with a lively atmosphere and stunning scenery featuring golden sand and local culture[2].


Playa Bahía de las Águilas

A stunning beach in the Dominican Republic, celebrated for its clear waters and abundant wildlife within a national park[4][6].


El Matador State Beach

A Malibu beach noted for its rocky outcrops and breathtaking vistas, perfect for sunsets[3].


Aerial panorama view of Cabo San Juan del Guia in Tayrona National Park tropical Caribbean coast palm sand beach Colombia South America
Cabo San Juan del Guía

A picturesque beach in Colombia’s Tayrona National Park, framed by rainforest and known for its stunning panorama[5].


White sand beach on Mnemba Island, Zanziba and a bright blue sea
Mnemba Island

An exclusive escape with pristine white sands, accessible only to guests of a luxury resort, perfect for diving[4][6].


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