The turquoise color of its waters stands out among the natural steep cliffs at this beach classified as the most beautiful in Portugal. The rocky profile of all the beaches in the Algarve does not make them any less attractive to tourists and they are the most visited in the summer months. In this tourist area, where there is no space left to be urbanized, the beaches are filled with umbrellas and the rocks serve as forts where children play all day.

The Maldives islands offer paradise in small atolls of white sand and palm trees, like South Male. Jump from one to another and try the bungalows of the Angsana Velavaru resort or those of the Hotel Viceroy.

Some 5,000 privileged inhabitants reside in the Vietnamese islands of Con Dao, nine islets with endless beaches and calm waters. We are captivated by the beach located right in front of the Six Senses Con Dao, one of the members of our Hot List 2011, with an infinite horizon.

Until a few years ago, access to the island of Phu Quoc was very restricted due to proximity to Vietnamese military bases, but seeing the potential of its beaches, they decided to introduce them to the whole world. Bai Dai is one of the most exclusive, wildest, and most beautiful in all of Vietnam. It seems difficult to reach there, but four weekly flights connect Phu Quoc with Ho Chi Minh City.

Due to its geographical location and special conditions as a free port, the Margarita Island possesses all the characteristics of an important tourist center: quality hotels, casinos, restaurants, a wide variety of boutiques, and nightlife. It represents the insular paradise of Venezuela on the Caribbean Sea. Beaches with fine sands bordered by palm trees, traditional villages, and the friendliness of its people are part of the charms of this Venezuelan island.

The Mayans, under the excuse of better star observation, built this temple by the sea. We suppose that between rituals they took advantage of the opportunity to swim in the spectacular beaches near Tulum. Another place to see before you die.

In the Indian Ocean, you can find this beach of Trou ‘Argent, in the Republic of Mauritius, 900 kilometers from Madagascar. Here, you can only find beaches like this one and crystal-clear waters in which to lose yourself and enjoy a well-deserved vacation. This small piece of paradise is surrounded by lagoons. The different shades of blue illustrate the crystal-clear depths of the sea. Also, the water remains at a warm temperature all year (23° in winter and 27° in summer).

In Dubai, you can find this relaxing beach of the Hotel Madinat Jumeirah Mina A’Salam. The perfect paradise to rest on a sun lounger with a good book while enjoying splendid views of the world’s most luxurious hotel, the Burj Al Arab. The hotel, shaped like a sail, was created on an artificial island with the aim that its shadow does not cover the beach at all. A great detail for those wanting to sunbathe in the Persian Gulf.

8 km from the coastal town of Budva, you can find this wonderful beach in the charming fishing village of Sveti Stefan. Originally an island, it was connected to the coast of Montenegro to create the exclusive resort Villa Montenegro, always frequented by celebrities. Many have passed through this magnificent resort, some being stars of the caliber of Marilyn Monroe, Kirk Douglas, Claudia Schiffer, Sophia Loren, and Ingemar Stenmark. In 2008, it was closed for a complete renovation. But in May this year, it had its long-awaited reopening.

Surfing atmosphere in Hermosa Beach, Los Angeles, California, with a very recommended nightly variable: The Lighthouse, the historic jazz spot that forged the West Coast sound.

In Western Cape, South Africa, you will find this corner full of colorful houses that make the landscape even more idyllic. This tourist area is full of Resorts that provide the tourist with a wide variety of services, and where activities such as fishing or sailing are common.

In the Punta Secca beach, you can admire a perfect contrast between the colorful plateau of the Torre di Monterosso and the dark blue sea. Punta Secca stands out for its rocky beaches, and this is one of the most beautiful coves on the realmontese coast. At the top of the cliff lies the Torre di Monterosso, built as a defense against Turks and pirates. This remote spot is undoubtedly the perfect place to take a good dip or sunbathe on the Italian coast. In summer, jazz concerts are often organized. Good music, relaxation, and spectacular views of the Mediterranean Sea—what more could you ask for?

The profile of the Greek island of Zakynthos is iconic, with its white sandy beaches amidst steep cliffs accessible only by boat, like the Shipwreck beach, a place to see before you die.

This beach located in the Seychelles islands is one of the most photographed in the world. Its white sand, its huge granite boulders, and its turquoise and crystal-clear waters make it one of the most attractive in the archipelago.  It can be reached by ferry from Praslin (another of the islands). Besides, local travel agencies offer programmed excursions to various points of the islands to enjoy the Seychelles without wasting a single moment.

Atlantic horizon on the Santa Cruz beach, only half an hour from Lisbon and with all the charm of the Portuguese coast. For sleeping, equally perfect is the Areias do Seixo hotel.

To enjoy the Caribbean to its fullest, there’s nothing better than heading to the wonderful beach of Prince Rupert Bay located in the town of Portsmouth in Dominica. At sunset, the best plan is to have a delicious cocktail while admiring the beautiful views from the Purple Turtle Beach Club. This restaurant prepares one of the tastiest burgers in all of the Lesser Antilles.

Surfers from all over the world gather at Amado Beach to dive right between the waves. Thanks to its huge swell, it is considered one of the best beaches in all of Europe for practicing all kinds of water sports. In fact, there are two surf schools right on the beach. A lost paradise in Algarve far away from everything, the nearest town is Carrapateira. The best part is that due to its large size, no matter how many bathers there are, it never gets overcrowded.

What is most impressive about this Polihua beach in Lanai, (Hawaii) is how spectacular and imposing it is to see the enormous beach and right in front of it the mountain. It is the perfect spot for adventurers; the possibilities this island offers are endless if you want to delve into the jungle’s games.

Surrounded by palm trees and vegetation, with crystal-clear waters, and practically deserted, Rincón Beach is the personification of the Caribbean in its purest state. For the more athletic, You can enjoy sailing and windsurfing.

Grande Beach is one of the most suitable places for surfing in Costa Rica. It can be accessed through the estuary by a ferry. Among the activities you can enjoy there: surf, snorkeling, kayaking, sailing, swimming, boogie boarding, sport fishing, diving, golf, horseback riding or quad biking, and visiting the Natural Refuge to observe turtle nesting.

This beach in Dominica, located on the paradisiacal tropical Caribbean island, is a little-visited destination perfect for venturing through its white sandy beaches and rocky stones. If you seek a tranquil retreat, this is the ideal place. Moreover, this is where the four ‘Pirates of the Caribbean’ movies were filmed. Dominica has everything you are looking for: adventure, beaches, eco-tourism, diving… The perfect tourist destination awaits you.

If you visit Thailand, one of the must-see and enjoy things are its beautiful beaches and endless islands. The beach of Phra Nang, besides being a perfect and heavenly destination, allows you to do different activities such as climbing or renting a kayak to navigate its waters and explore the surrounding rock formations.

In Panama, we choose Starfish Beach in Bocas de Toro, full of starfish.

Acapulco is, without a doubt, one of the best tourist destinations that Mexico offers us. It is the most attractive and bustling entertainment center in the entire country. The rhythm of Acapulco is more of a city than a vacation spot, as its population reaches two million people. This means that we can enjoy not only its beaches but also the fun and variety that major cities offer us at night. Palm Trees Beach is one of those places that captivate.

The South Male Atoll of the Maldives, in the Republic of Maldives, looks like a mirage over the waters. The colors you can see throughout the day in the Maldives have little to envy to the rainbow’s spectrum. These islands are a holiday destination that never goes out of style.

The idea that often comes to mind about what the coast of Thailand might offer becomes a reality in the Similan Islands, a true paradise in every sense, with white sand, crystal-clear waters, and jungle vegetation. Close to Phuket, they are a favorite spot for diving enthusiasts, knowing that their seabeds are some of the richest and most protected on the planet, as the islands are part of the Similan Moko Marine National Park. Any of its beaches, dotted with caves and decorative rocks, are capable of captivating at first glance. Plan your itinerary through the country with some of Tourism of Thailand‘s circuits.

Who hasn’t dreamed of spending a week living like a king with a bracelet on, sunbathing by the sea? The Riviera Maya is that and much more. It’s the go-to holiday destination, which we all want to visit at least once in our lives, and the beaches, palm trees, and resorts that Mexico offers us cannot go unnoticed.

Situated in the Caribbean Sea north of Venezuela, Los Roques form a beautiful setting for more than 50 cays and 300 sandbanks shaped like an atoll, making this group of Venezuelan sea islands unique and incomparable.

The spectacular beaches of Brazil become especially charming in Alagoas, with Barra de São Miguel as its flag, where the horizon is endless, and the sun never sets. The Kenoa resort enjoys it and its views firsthand.

This beach on Mauritius Island is lost in the middle of the Indian Ocean, surrounded by lagoons. The different shades of blue illustrate the sea floor, and you can easily get carried away by the atmosphere that prevails, the palm trees, and the “filaos,” which aid in losing yourself in this spiritual retreat. The views from The Residence Mauritius transport us to a morning at the beach with an included aperitif.

The 30 kilometers of white beaches on the Terschelling Island, Holland: bathed by the North Sea, the island belonging to the Frisian archipelago, which experiences its best moment in June – the end of the Nordic spring usually brings more joys than summer – when the Oerol Cultural Festival is celebrated: rent a bike and explore the island searching for open-air theater performances, modern dance under its trees, and stalls serving local beer (and it’s not Heineken).

Minolic Islands could be a perfect destination for fun, different, and vibrant vacations. The complex is located in a beautiful cove surrounded by cliffs with reminiscences of a picturesque coastal village. This cozy and charming refuge of the Philippines islands is at El Nido Resorts.

By now, we all know that Philippines is a tourist destination not to be missed. In Boracay, the combination of crystal-clear turquoise waters, beautiful green hills, and white sand beaches so fine that they crunch underfoot makes the island a paradise tourism haven, where the tranquility and harmony of its simple beauty captivate its visitors.

These sea lions are wise, sunbathing on one of the beaches of San Cristóbal Island in the Galápagos, Ecuador. Here, the horizons are of a different color and are teeming with critters, another way to enjoy the beaches.

The beach of Brighton has a distinct English charm, possibly due to its seagulls or because when the sun appears for even a moment, it fills with daring swimmers. Unlike most beaches, the beach in Brighton does not have sand, it is formed by pebbles. This Victorian pier is one of the most famous at the European level; it has been filmed and photographed all over. Additionally, it is one of the oldest and longest piers in the world.

The World Heritage coastlines of Dorset and East Devon, more commonly known as the Jurassic Coast, are the first place in England to be designated as a Natural World Heritage Site. It consists of around 150 kilometers of coast with indescribable beauty, stretching from East Devon to Dorset, with rock formations that have recorded 185 million years of our planet’s history. Visiting this landscape is like stepping into a DeLorean that will take us back to the Jurassic era. Perhaps, with a bit of luck, we might see a dinosaur taking a bath.

The Tigani Peninsula, formed by the Valenti rock, is located in Crete. From it, we can observe, on either side, the islands Agria and Imeri -known as Gramvousa- two uninhabited islands off the northwestern coast of Crete. Reaching any of these islands, despite the rugged terrain, is worth it when encountering natural landscapes and virgin beaches. Imeri Island still has the walls constructed during the Greek War of Independence; Agria, is less accommodating for visits, but its vegetative and animal richness warrants exploration.

When explorers in the New World arrived at this place, they only thought to name it Corona del Mar. Today, its beach is a paradise for surfers and other sea worshipers who frequent the latitudes of Orange County, California.

These spectacular views can be found in the Tayrona National Natural Park in Colombia. It was created to guarantee the reserve and conservation of the ecosystem, this park is home to a vast number of species, making it one of the richest in biodiversity. It is accessible provided that the conditions for ecosystem preservation are adhered to. The beaches within are well worth the experience.

White paradise beach would be the translation of these beaches nestled in the Whitsunday Islands, in Australia. Whiteheaven Beach, a small piece of heaven claimed by the sea, is a place to see before you die.

The beaches of northern Goa (the smallest state in India) are incredible, especially Anjuna Beach, endless and jungle-like. To avoid the hordes of Anglo-Saxon teenagers, it is best to go in spring or autumn, no later than November. Its capital, Panjim, preserves its Portuguese heritage both in its architecture and cuisine, which pays homage to fish.

This Alemao Beach is also known as Barranco das Canas because of its rugged landscape and the rocks that blend with the blue of the sea. The name Alemao comes from the fact that the first house built here belonged to a German. Reddish rock cliffs surround the entire beach, creating a beautiful landscape.

It is not a conventional beach, but there was a time when it met all the requirements. Between Jordan andIsrael lies the salt landscape of the Dead Sea, the perfect place to play dead; you will not float the same way anywhere else on the planet. Take the opportunity to escape to see Petra, the lost city of the Nabataeans.

As soon as you hear Aloha! and feel the flowers perfume your inner world, you will feel as though you have stepped through one of the gates of paradise. The ocean beaches, the tropical jungle, the fragrance of its air, the philosophy of life and, above all, the smile that will never stop lighting up your face. It is the perfect setting for romance to blossom. If you want to add an extra touch of calm, book your nights at Puakea Ranche, an exquisite ranch where you will feel isolated from the world. If you want the best views in an incredibly chic setting, choose Kahala Resort and be sure to enjoy your dinners on its ocean-view terrace.

Ölüdeniz is a small tourist town in Turkey located in the province of Mugla, on the Aegean Sea. The beaches in this area are among the most photographed in the entire European region and also boast unique natural landscapes. The blue lagoon we can see in this photo is truly a wonder.

The Calanques, hiking trails through coniferous forests leading to coves of pristine Mediterranean waters. A horizon to discover without a car.