Top Ten Beaches In The World
1) Bora Bora - This French Polynesian island is small but mighty. Measuring only 6 miles long and less than 3 miles wide, Bora Bora is packed with stunning beaches, green jungles and ritzy resorts featuring overwater bungalows.
2) Fiji - Boasting 333 islands, resplendent resorts, sparkling waters and endless stretches of pristine sand, Fiji is the perfect spot for paradise-seeking beachgoers. Travelers who want to snorkel while on vacation should set their sights on Taveuni's diverse coral reefs.
3) Mauritius - This scenic African island, which sits east of Madagascar, offers a multitude of beaches worth prioritizing. Visitors say the island's west coast is where you'll find the best strips of shoreline, including Flic en Flac and Le Morne beaches, which feature beautiful white sand and superb vantage points for sunsets.
4) Tahiti - Tahiti should be high on your list if you like your beaches paired with gourmet French cuisine. The largest of French Polynesian's islands is known for offering top-notch fare, verdant jungles, lavish resorts and sandy shores.
5) Maldives - All of them! The Maldives is unlike any beach destination you'll experience. This tropical paradise is made up of approximately 1,200 islands – and each beach is more beautiful than the last.
6) Whitsunday Islands - Located off the northeastern coast of Australia, the Whitsunday Islands feel like an entirely different world. The archipelago sits adjacent to the Great Barrier Reef and offers an incredibly unique, albeit fragile, ecosystem.
7) Maui - If you're looking for a taste of Hawaii's beautiful beaches without the crowds on Oahu, retreat to Maui. The island boasts impressive beaches both big and small, adult- and family-friendly, as well as the black sand shores at Wai'anapanapa State Park.
8) St Lucia - St. Lucia's beaches may be smaller than others on this list, but they're no less beautiful. Visitors won't find many lengthy stretches of sand here, but they'll have their pick of charming coves and private shorelines backed by lush mountains.
9) Bahamas - With countless beaches to choose from on 700 islands, it's easy for you to find your perfect spot in the Bahamas. From massive resorts like Atlantis, Paradise Island to privately owned islands, the variety of beaches here run the gamut.
10) Railay Beach - Railay Beach (also known as Rai Leh) abuts the Andaman Sea from its location in Thailand's Krabi province. The region is composed of four main beaches and is home to pillowy sand, crystal-clear water, staggering yet climbable cliffs (for the experienced climber) and lush jungles.
