The World's 15 Most Gorgeous Beaches

The World's 15 Most Gorgeous Beaches

No matter if you are a water baby, a beach walker, or a seasoned sailor, the allure of a beautiful beach might be difficult to ignore. They are locations for taking in the best of nature, engaging in water sports, earning a career, or simply unwinding.

 

Looking to travel this summer? or when you're in the dead of winter and missing the sun? The following list includes 23 of the world's most stunning beaches.

1. Dreamland Beach, Bali:

Bali in Indonesia is one of those locations you really must see at least once in your lifetime. If you get the chance to spend some time on at least one of the breathtaking beaches, like this one, Dreamland Beach, which is situated on the Bukit Peninsula on the southwest coast.

Dreamland Beach, Bali

2. Whitehaven Beach, Whitsunday Islands, Australia:

A magnificent seven-kilometer (four miles) length of white sand and Blue Ocean may be found at Whitehaven Beach in Australia's Whitsunday Islands. Since there are no roads, you must arrive there by boat, Jet Ski, seaplane, or helicopter to camp and BBQ while you're there.

The Whitsunday Islands, a magnificent tropical island location that is on the bucket lists of most people, are explored in Queensland, the region that is home to the Great Barrier Reef.

 

Whitehaven Beach, Whitsunday Islands, Australia

On a Whitsundays vacation, taking the time to see the many sights and activities will leave you with memories that will last a lifetime. There are 74 tropical islands and bordering reefs to cruise around.

3. Seven Mile Beach, Cayman Islands:

On the western side of Grand Cayman Island, Seven Mile Beach (SMB) is a lengthy crescent of coral-sand beach. Seven Mile Beach has a reputation for being beautiful and was recently named "The Caribbean's Best Beach" by Caribbean Travel and Life Magazine. No matter where you are staying, you can walk the whole length of the beach because it is public property and is open to the public from high tide to low tide. The section of Grand Cayman that is both most populated and most developed is Seven Mile Beach. Most of the island's upscale hotels and resorts are located there. Despite its name, the length is only slightly more than 6.3 miles (10.1 km) according to a generous estimate. A reasonable estimate for the length of the unbroken sandy beach is six miles. The beach is subject to yearly erosion, which has diminished some of its sizes and may have shortened some of its lengths at the ends. The area around Seven Mile Beach was severely damaged by Hurricane Ivan in September 2004 along with the rest of Grand Cayman, however many hotels and condos are still operating at full capacity.

 

The majority of the resorts have public dining establishments, including several beach bars.

 

Seven Mile Beach, Cayman Islands

There are a few small offshore reefs that are excellent for snorkeling, most notably those close to the Marriott hotel (an artificial reef), Government House (the governor's mansion), and the area just to the north of Seven Mile Public Beach. The Cayman Islands' capital city, George Town, is directly south of Seven Mile Beach and is where most visitors arrive. To the district of West Bay's north are the limestone formations known as Hell and a turtle farm. Camana Bay, a tiny community that also serves as a sizable commercial and business park, lies directly across the street from Seven Mile Beach. With restaurants, coffee shops, and a movie theatre, there are many amenities.

4. Hidden Beach, Marietas Islands, Mexico:

Even if you've never heard of this breathtaking, must-visit location, you've probably seen a picture of it. Playa del Amor, also known as the Hidden Beach, is a remote sandy cavern on one of the islands that make up Marietas Islands National Park. It is situated on the north end of Bahia de Banderas, an hour's drive from Punta Mita, Nayarit, and one of the Marietas Islands, which are part of Marietas Islands National Park.

 

Hidden Beach, Marietas Islands, Mexico

In the state of Nayarit, namely in the Riviera Nayarit coastline region, lies this unusual situation. The archipelago itself is a natural wonder that was created by volcanic activity and today serves as a haven for several species of coral and reef fish, sea turtles, dolphins, manta rays, and eels. Humpback whales can be spotted playing close to the coastlines in the winter. Tens of thousands of people from all over the world travel to the Marieta Islands, but the Hidden Beach is the attraction that draws them there.

Why? When people view photos of The Hidden Beach, they often assume it can't possibly be genuine because it is so stunning and mystical. Being there in person is therefore the greatest way to experience it.

5. Horseshoe Bay, Bermuda:

The popular beach in Bermuda is Horseshoe Bay. On the southern (Atlantic Ocean) shore of the main island, in the parish of Southampton, is where it is located as a tourist destination. It is one of two beaches in Bermuda with the same name; the other is on Tucker's Island. Morgan's Point, which was once part of the peninsula that housed the former US Naval Operating Base, was given that name in the 1940s.

"This Bermuda bay, which has the same shape as it sounds—a curve that resembles a horseshoe—is a favorite destination for sunbathers, swimmers, snorkelers, and keen photographers. There is something for everyone, including a nearby beach with kid-friendly swimming."

Horseshoe Bay's beach features incredibly fine, white sand that is quite fine in texture. A single lifeguard station is available at the beach, and it is staffed from 10 AM to 6 PM in the summer. In the summer, there is a café where lunch may be bought. The same structure also has restrooms, showers, and a place to wash your feet to get rid of the sand before leaving. Beachgoers can take a shuttle bus from 11 am to 6 pm to get them from the beach to the closest bus station; it costs $10 per person to go down the hill and $20 to go up. At the top of the hill, the government offers a special bus service for tourists that departs every 15 minutes or so. From roughly 12 to 6 o'clock, this service is available. If the last special bus leaves you behind, regular buses run around every 45 minutes until ten o'clock at night. Horseshoe Bay is also the customary place for a New Year's celebration hosted by those ex-pats who have chosen to stay in Singapore throughout the holiday season. Every year on Good Friday at Horseshoe Bay, there is a wonderful family event called the Bermuda Good Friday KiteFest. The Bermuda Beachfest Emancipation Celebration, the biggest yearly event in Bermuda, is held at Horseshoe Bay on Emancipation Day (either the last Wednesday night and Thursday in July or the first Wednesday night and Thursday in August). The most diverse group of residents and visitors on the island attend Beachfest, a two-day action-packed celebration that features live entertainment, beach sports, cultural traditions, activities, and more.

 

Horseshoe Bay, Bermuda

The Bermuda Regiment continues to train there, particularly during the winter months, as it is still a part of an army post called Warwick Camp. There are remnants of fortifications that once protected a coastal artillery battery on the promontory dividing the western end from East Whale Bay and another on the high ground behind. Horseshoe Bay is in the danger zone behind the butts of the rifle range of 800 yards (730 meters), and the western end of the beach is littered with the remains of bullets fired from rifles of the Enfield, Snider-Enfield, Martini-Henry, Lee-Metford, and Lee-Enfield calibers as well as other similar guns. Due to the 5.56mm NATO rifle cartridge's short range, which has been in use for the past 30 years, this range is no longer utilized. Horseshoe bay Bermuda weather

6. Lucky Bay, Australia:

There are many picture-perfect beaches along Esperance's gorgeous coastline, but only one can lay claim to being Australia's whitest beach: Lucky Bay. 

Lucky Bay Beach

Take a picturesque flight over the bubblegum-pink Lake Hillier, go kayaking in the Indian Ocean, or hike through Cape Le Grand National Park. Thanks to the curious kangaroos that cruise the shores of Lucky Bay, even a day spent in the sun might include a wildlife encounter. Esperance is roughly an 8-hour flight or 1.5-hour drive from Perth. Lucky Bay and the neighboring Cape Le Grand National Park can be reached from Esperance in approximately 45 minutes by car. 

Experience the spectacular scenery of the glistening sands and the local kangaroos before exploring Cape Le Grand National Park and camping under the stars. With their expansive views of the picturesque Recherche Archipelago, the granite outcrops of this rocky coastal area are connected to the bay via bushwalking routes and trekking roads. You can observe marine life in freshwater pools, fish in a remote location, or look out to sea for the potential to view migrating whales between July and October. Lucky Bay beckons beachgoers to stay for a while with its dazzling white sands and welcome campsites.

7. Pig Beach, Exumas, Bahamas:

On Big Major Cay, one of the more than 365 islands that make up the Bahamas' Exuma region, beach pigs can be found. The island, also called Pig Beach (for obvious reasons), is located roughly 50 miles northwest of George Town and 82 miles southeast of Nassau. It does not appear that there is a single, true narrative of how the pigs got to the cay. Several diverse scenarios, involving pirates, are claimed by folklore and other ideas.

Pig Beach Bahamas Hotel

According to some, a gang of sailors who wanted to cook the pigs dropped them down on Big Major Cay. The sailors, however, were never seen again; instead, the pigs were fed leftover food that passing ships threw on them. The pigs are said to have escaped from a neighboring islet in some versions, while another legend claims they were survivors of a shipwreck and were able to swim to shore.

8. La Chiva Beach, Vieques, Puerto Rico:

On the Caribbean Sea's Vieques Island, Playa La Chiva is a broad swath of sand. The beach, which was formerly known as Blue Beach, is located inside a National Wildlife Refuge. There is enough room to set up your own sandbox and find cover in the nearby trees.

La Chiva Beach, Vieques, Puerto Rico

9. Navagio Beach, Zakynthos Island, Greece:

An exposed cove on the Greek island of Zakynthos is known as Navagio Beach. You may witness a true shipwreck in the center of the beach; it happened in the 1980s when a Freightliner ran aground during a storm. Unsurprisingly, it is also known as Shipwreck Each, but the beach is also known as Smugglers Cove since the ship is rumored to have been transporting illegal goods!

Navagio Beach, Zakynthos Island, Greece

10. Trunk Bay, St. John, US Virgin Islands:

Trunk Bay is a white sand beach with palm trees and safe swimming on the US Virgin Island. It measures roughly a quarter of a mile. Much of the beach's length is marked with an underwater snorkeling path where you may explore the coral and marine life.

Trunk Bay, St. John, US Virgin Islands

11. Waipio Valley Beach, Big Island, Hawaii:

A curved black sand beach with enormous rock walls and waterfalls surrounding it may be found at Waipi'o Valley Beach on Hawaii's Big Island's northeastern coast. Even though it's a little off the beaten path, visitors like the vistas and water.

Many of the early Hawaiian Ali'i (chiefs/kings), up until the reign of King Umi, made the valley their home and they're capital. Famed as the Nioi wela o Paakalana ("The blazing Nioi of Paakalana"), this location was known for its nioi tree (Eugenia reinwardtiana). The ancient "kings" of Hawai'i lived there in a grass castle surrounded by nioi stands. The four sacred trees were destroyed during an attack by Maui's ruler Kahekili II, who also burned down Waipio. Named Kahaimoelea, he was the first chief to hold court in this valley.

Waipio Valley Beach, Big Island, Hawaii

The valley floor lies over 2,000 feet (610 meters) below the topography around it at sea level. From a lookout point on top of the valley's southern wall, a steep road descends into the valley. The road rises 800 feet (240 m) in 0.6 miles (1.0 km) with an average slope of 25%, with parts that have much greater grades. Waipio Valley Road is the steepest road in the world, with certain sections of it having a 45 percent incline, compared to Baldwin Street's 35 percent. Despite being a paved public road, only four-wheel drive vehicles are permitted on it. The road is the steepest of its length in the country. A black sand beach that is well-liked by surfers lines the valley's coastline. In the valley, there are a few taro fields. The river flows from the foot of the main falls at the rear of the valley out to the ocean and is fed by a number of sizable waterfalls that enter the valley.

12. Maya Bay, Thailand:

In the 1990s, the tropical lagoon of Maya Bay in Thailand became well-known because of the Leonardo DiCaprio film "The Beach." Tourist access to the beach itself, which is part of the Thara-Mu Ko Phi Phi National Park, will be restricted for a while in 2018 to allow the coral reef to rebuild.

Maya bay Thailand

13. Treasure Beach, Jamaica:

On Jamaica's south coast, Treasure Beach is a six-mile expanse of sand, water, and rocks that includes four distinct bays. According to reports, the local eateries and lodging provide an authentically laid-back Jamaican feel. The strip of land between Billy's Bay, Frenchman's Bay, Calabash Bay, and Great (Pedro) Bay, four coves in Jamaica, is known as Treasure Beach.

Treasure Beach, Jamaica

The area is far from the major tourist destinations, and the side roads that connect to the main highway at Black River or Santa Cruz often sustain damage in heavy rain but can still be traveled with caution. For those looking for a particularly tranquil beachfront area, there are a few tiny hotels and guest houses. You may either travel to Kingston and then drive for three hours to get to Treasure Beach, or you can fly to Montego Bay and drive for two hours. Private transfers, shuttle buses, and route taxis are additional modes of transportation.

14. Blue Lagoon, Nacula, Fiji:

On Nacula Island in Fiji, there is a vacation spot called The Blue Lagoon. White sand, clear water, and gorgeous spots make up the island's beaches and lagoons, which are perfect for unwinding on vacation and engaging in some diving or snorkeling while you're there.

Blue Lagoon, Nacula, Fiji

15. Palm Beach, Aruba:

In the Caribbean, on the island of Aruba, you can have it all. Aruba's Caribbean Island. Palm Beach is a place with everything, including opulent hotels, a casino, vacation houses, and a retail center. Additionally, popular nearby beach activities include kite flying and snorkeling.

Palm Beach, Aruba

The tourist area of Palm Beach is located around 6 kilometers (3.7 miles) northwest of Aruba's capital, Oranjestad. The Hyatt Regency Aruba Resort & Casino, Aruba Marriott Resort, The Barceló, Holiday Inn SunSpree Resort, Ritz Carlton Resort, and RIU Palace Aruba are just a few of the high-rise hotels that can be found there. Two sizable malls called Paseo Herencia and Palm Beach Plaza Mall are part of a shopping area close to the hotels that were completed in 2009. Malmok Beach is a tiny sandy stretch that extends all the way to the northern tip of Aruba, just a little north of Palm Beach. Along this dead-end Boulevard are smaller apartment buildings and opulent vacation villas. Popular spots for snorkeling include Hadicurari Beach, Arashi Beach, and Boca Catalina.