Best Beaches in the World

Beaches around the world have been scattered across the globe. But we want to visit only the best. To make the task of choosing the best among the countless number of beaches, here is a list of the best and the most loved beached around the world. because, what’s better than to sit by the seashore, listen to the song of the sea waves and talk to the blowing wind.

The Baths, Virgin Gorda, Caribbean

As a result of volcanic activities, granite formed from the slowly cooled magma settled in the form of boulders. The key attraction of the Virgin Islands, The Baths was created by that granite that stands tough as boulders. This, not so secluded beach, is a perfect destination to swim, crawl or climb as per the mood. The breeze rising up from the crystal clear water cleanse the soul.

Maho Beach, St. John, U.S. Virgin Islands

Exceptionally popular for being adjacent to the Princess Juliana International Airport, The Maho beach is a matchless destination to see aircrafts approaching towards landing., only a short distance over their heads. The beach itself is white sand and has little to no vegetation because of jet blast erosion. The Caravanserai Resort, the Sunset Bar and other restaurants/night clubs such as Bamboo Bernies and Bliss are located nearby. The beach is popular with windsurfers and skimboarders because of occasional large waves.

Sunset Beach, Oahu, Hawaii

Sunset Beach, located on the North Shore of Oahu in Hawai, is known for big wave surfing during the winter season. Extensive coral formations near the surface imparts a paradisiacal nature to the beach. But watch out for the rough waters which is very common in the winter season. Inexperienced surfers should stay away as the beach might get dangerous because of its choppy waters.

The Whitehaven Beach, Whitsunday Islands, Australia

The Whitehaven beach looks paradisaically beautiful. The long stretches of white sand in between the blue coloured waters please the eyes of the tourists. Its one of the best places to be visited when one is at the Whitsunday Islands. Photography lovers should definitely make a visit to the most photographed beach in Australia.

Reynisfjara Beach, Vík í Mýrdal, Iceland

Attention Game of Thrones fans! The Reynisfjara Beach is a volcanic beach featured in the Game of Thrones web series. With a blanket of black sand on its shore and high cliffs looking upon the ocean, this beach is unlike any other beach in the world. The large caves and the crashing waves impart unmatchable highlights to the beach. The beach derives its name from the basalt columns that make up rocky sea stacks off shore called Reynisdrangar.

Source d’Argent, Seychelles

Anse Source D’Argent is a must visit beach of la digue island in Seychelles. The soft white sand covers most of the beach surface. The sun rays shining upon the turquoise blue water looks extremely dazzling. As a result, it becomes the most photographed beach in the world. Known as a “Little Slice of Tropical paradise’, the Source d’Argent beach has huge boulders standing tall in the waters.

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Glass Beach, California, USA

Glass beach is abundant in sea glass created from years of dumping garbage into an area of coastline near the northern part of the town. The sea glass is beautifully converted into pebbles of different shapes and colours. These pebbles shines bright in the sunshine making the beach looks heavenly. There are several gift galleries in California that features the sea glass and sea glass jewels.

Vaeroy Beach, Norway

Vaeroy beach is the closest to magic. With its towering cliffs and mountains peering into the still blue water, it is a major attraction for the tourists in Norway. Visitors can take the pleasure of the stunning landscape, terrain, and refreshing emerald waters of Norway – all along the shores near a quaint and homey town known for delicious Norwegian cuisine and warm coffee.

Praia do Camilo, Lagos, Portugal

Praia do Camilo beach has golden sand and crystal clear, azure waters. In addition to that, the beach offers magnificent cliffs and rock formations. Praia do Camilo Beach obtained its name from a restaurant named O Camilo on top of the cliff. Its sand is divided into two split sands of small sizes. One can visit the northern sand and relax in its calm waters and see three islets near the shore.

Hiriketiya Beach, Sri Lanka

The Hiriketiya beach also known as Hiri is a recently developed destination in Sri Lanka. The tourist area is concentrated around lovely beach of a small bay that is surrounded by a green thicket. The water is crystal clear and one can see the life flourishing under water. The turquoise blue water is surrounded by tall palm trees, giving it a secluded peace.

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