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Summer may be over, but that doesn’t mean beach season has to be over. In fact, escaping to the beach is the perfect way to beat the winter blues.
A dose of winter sun is good for your health. It gives you a boost of vitamin D, which is good for your bones, teeth and immune system.
And if you need any more excuses to book a trip, winter sun vacations also tend to be cheaper and less crowded than traveling during the busy summer months.
But where should you go? VisitedApp haS done the legwork by compiling a list of the best beaches in the world.
These are the top 5 most popular beach destinations in the world right now:
5. Tenerife, Spain
Tenerife is the largest of the Canary Islands. This is an island chain that is part of Spain, but closer to Morocco, just off the coast of North Africa.
Tenerife has a diverse and unique volcanic landscape, but the main reason visitors love Tenerife is its beaches. The island has more than 40 public beaches and its coastline is almost 400 kilometers long.
The island’s beaches are as diverse as its landscapes. You will find black sand beaches here, but also dramatic bays and traditional long sandy beaches.
Playa del Camison in Playa de las Americas is considered the best beach in Tenerife. This is a golden sandy beach surrounded by palm trees and has an almost completely enclosed bay making it ideal for swimming and water sports without having to worry about the temperamental Atlantic currents.
4. Cannes, France
Cannes may be known as the capital of cinema, but it is also one of the most luxurious and prestigious seaside resorts in the world.
Climb the steps of the Palais des Festivals, stroll the historic streets of the city’s Old Town and enjoy the architecture, especially in the area around the port. But don’t forget to spend time on the beaches.
The city is known for being incredibly expensive, but Cannes is actually home to a number of beautiful private and public beaches, meaning there are plenty of options to suit every budget.
All beaches in Cannes have fine white sand while the sea is turquoise blue. Plage de la Bocca is one of the best and most popular public beaches in Cannes thanks to its vast sand and relaxing atmosphere.
The Plage de la Croisette is the most famous beach in Cannes. It has a small free area on the west side, but otherwise the private part of the beach is not the best place for travelers on a budget!
3. Mallorca, Spain
Mallorca is one of the Balearic Islands, a group of 151 Spanish islands, of which only 5 are inhabited. Mallorca is the largest of the islands and is best known for its beautiful beaches.
There are 262 beaches in Mallorca, but the best are the incredible cliff-lined bay of Cala Deia or the beautiful stretch of sand at Sa Calobra.
When you need a break from the beaches, one of Mallorca’s biggest attractions, far away from the coast, is the Drach Caves.
This is a network of 4 large caves with a depth of 25 meters and a length of 4 km. The caves are so beautiful that they are said to have inspired Jules Verne’s novel Journey to the Center of the Earth.
2. South Beach, Miami
Popular with American travelers who want beautiful beaches without the hassle of flying abroad, South Beach combines beautiful white sand with beachside glamour.
For this reason, South Beach tends to attract an affluent and youthful crowd.
South Beach is known for its incredible Art Deco architecture and wide selection of great oceanfront food, with celebrity chefs everywhere.
The nightlife in South Beach is iconic, but that doesn’t mean this isn’t just a great place to visit to relax and unwind.
The 11 kilometer long beach is beautiful, the water is warm and crystal clear and the possibilities for enjoying beach activities are almost endless.
1. Cancun, Mexico
It should come as no surprise that Cancun is the most popular beach destination in the world right now.
Located on the Yucatan Peninsula in the Caribbean Sea, Cancun attracts millions of visitors every year. It is also one of the most popular overseas destinations for American travelers.
Cancun’s power as an international destination is virtually unparalleled. Cancun also focuses on luxury all-inclusive vacations, and the city is known for its excellent hospitality.
The beaches in Cancun are beautiful thanks to their fine sand and amazingly clean and clear water. There is no better place to enjoy a Caribbean beach day.
Whether you want to relax and unwind on the beach or enjoy water sports, Cancun is the most popular place in the world.
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