Top 10 most beautiful beaches in the world according to TripAdvisor

On February 18, the world's leading online travel platform TripAdvisor announced the ranking of the world's most beautiful beaches based on the number and quality of TripAdvisor comments posted by users from November 30, 2023 to December 1, 2024. With its impressive pink sand and turquoise waters, Elafonisi Beach in Crete, Greece topped the rankings. Followed by a representative from Southeast Asia, Banana Beach (Phuket, Thailand) and the pristine Eagle Beach (Oranjestad, Aruba), with fine white sand, warm waters and spectacular sunsets...

1. After a four-year absence, Elafonisi Beach (Crete, Greece) made a stunning return to the rankings, taking the top spot. With its pink sand and turquoise waters, Elafonisi Beach is one of those places that visitors must see for themselves, must visit to enjoy the crystal clear water and admire the long, smooth sand dunes. The advice from the platform: “If you come to Elafonisi, stay until sunset.”

2. Banana Beach (Phuket, Thailand). This stunning beach in Southeast Asia has everything a traveler could want for a great day at the beach. Explore the marine life, see the coral reefs while snorkeling or scuba diving, surf and enjoy the waves or go kayaking,… all are popular activities for visitors to Phuket.

3. Eagle Beach (Oranjestad, Aruba) climbed five spots to take third place this year. The Caribbean beach is one of the few unspoiled beaches in the world. It is famous for its fine white sand, warm waters, and spectacular Aruba sunsets. Visitors can swim, snorkel, and jet ski here. The beach has bathrooms and free parking.

4. Siesta Beach (Siesta Key, Florida, USA) ranked 4th, up 5 places from last year. Here, tourists can relax on the soft white sand. Swimming in the clear water or leisurely watching the sunset are also great options at Siesta Beach.

5. Falésia Beach (Olhos de Água, Portugal). The world's most beautiful beach according to TripAdvisor's ranking last year continues to attract tourists with its spectacular cliffs, long stretches of golden sand and clear blue water. Choosing Falésia Beach, tourists can comfortably sunbathe, surf, hike along the cliffs, enjoy drinks at the bar or simply admire the majestic and beautiful natural scenery.

6. Varadero Beach (Varadero, Cuba) is the ideal beach for any travel enthusiast with its long sandy shores, turquoise waters and stunning sunsets. This is an ideal destination for visitors to go catamaraning, fishing, playing volleyball, walking along the beach, swimming, relaxing and enjoying the beautiful natural scenery.

7. Bavaro Beach (Bavaro, Dominican Republic) ranked 7th in the list with its sandy beach, clear warm water, romantic green palm trees, ideal waves and wonderful natural coral reefs.

8. Muro Beach (Mallorca, Spain) is surrounded by pine forests and a long stretch of sand. This is an ideal place for families to relax and unwind. Visitors can spend the day walking, sunbathing, snorkeling, boating or swimming…

9. Kelingking Beach (Nusa Penida, Indonesia) impresses with its majestic cliffs, white sand and crystal clear water. Kelingking Beach is also a favorite sunset check-in spot for many tourists.

10. Myrtos Beach (Kefalonia, Greece) is blessed with a picturesque landscape surrounded by majestic mountains. It is rarely crowded. Visitors can enjoy a quiet and relaxing day on the beach. Take a dip in the clear blue water, go snorkeling or enjoy a delicious cup of coffee at the beach bar… will be great experiences when coming to this famous Greek beach.

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