12 Of The Most Epic Beaches In The World

For centuries people all over the world have hunted for the best, most memorable beaches in the world. Peaceful, beautiful or exotic, beaches are the calming force and the vacation de jour. Whether one chooses to stay close to home of travel overseas to a new location, the beach is a popular destination for the masses.To help in the search for the ultimate epic beach, here is a list a 12 of the most epic beaches found around the world:

12. Baia do Sancho-Brazil

Known by many travel groups as the best beach in the world, Baio do Sancho has pristine beaches and is outlined by cliffs. The walk to the beach includes a nature-made stairway that opens up to the pristine clear waters. The waters are well known for optimal snorkelling, quiet relaxation and of course, swimming amoungst the beauty of the surroundings.

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11. Flamenco Beach-Puerto Rico

Potentially the most beautiful beach in the Caribbean, Flamenco Beach is horse-shoe shaped bay. It is known for its beauty, it's fishing, as well as the fine swimming and diving locations around the bay. The convenience of the water mixed with food stands, shopping and beach wear, gives it the best of all worlds for any visitor.

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10. Grace Bay-Turks and Caicos

Surrounded by world renown resorts, the 12 miles of Grace Bay beach is truly a tourists delight. Although rated at least in the top 5 of best worldwide beaches, the emphasis is on quiet elegance and solitude. The spacious beach, with it's breathtaking waters and sands will welcome the discerning swimmer or the playful family, with easy comfort and hospitality.

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9. Whithaven Beach-Whitsunday Islands

The northern end of this famous beach you will fine the jewel of the area. The cove, with water that changes colors with the tides, is mesmerizing. This is a full 7 kilometers of breathless water views, soft sands and beauty. Known for its silica white sand, your feet will never get hot since the sand does not heat up.

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8. Rabbit Beach - Italy

This wonderful beach is located on Lampedusa Island which is south of Sicily. It's seclusion is well kept based on access, which is only by boat. The green-blue water and white sands are home to a annual pilgrimage by loggerhead turtles to lay their eggs as well as many tourists and locals.

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7. Anse Lazio-Seychelles

Located on Praslin, this is a popular beach destination and is often cited as one of the top ten in the world. The waters are calm and the beach is surrounded by a mix of boulders and greenery. The sands lead to the crystal clear water which offers delightful snorkelling opportunities.

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6. The Baths-British Virgin Island

The Baths beach, with its unique rock formations from historic volcanos, is a must see for those who want to experience unique, one of a kind beach locations. Grottoes and boulders are the centerpiece of this location. All of these lead down to the fleshing beach which is great for snorkelling.

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5. Lanikai Beach-Hawaii

This relatively small beach is accessible only through public walkways and as a result is quiet most weekdays with an influx on weekends. The be cautious blue water, white sands and surrounding area make it a prime location to sun bath or watch a moon rising.

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4. Playa de Las Catedrales-Spain

Highlighted by a tall cathedral-like archway, this beach is a must visit for this that enjoy unique formations on the beach path. During low tide you can walk through the many rock formations that adorn the beach. The beach is sand filled, emptying into beautiful aqua blue water.

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3. Rhossil Bay-United Kingdom

An eclectic, versatile beach, Rhossil Bay has much to offer. It's beautiful beaches are surrounded by high cliffs making it a destination for both beach goers and paragliders. All of this plus the sand dunes and expansive water offers just about every type of activity an outdoorsman could want.

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2. Turquoise Bay Exmouth-Australia

NAmed for the color of its water, this beach has pristine turquoise water with soft, white sands. The water is colorful with coral and fish and a prime location to go snorkeling to witness nature at its best. Swimming and just enjoying the location are also favorites with visitors.

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1. Elafonisi Beach-Greece

Pink sands and crystal clear water highlight this beach which is part lagoon and part sea. There are many beaches in this one area so you have the chance to be part of the crowd or singular on one of the smaller beaches. It gives you the best of all worlds with its beauty, activity and accessibility.

These are some of the most epic beaches around the globe. Surely opinions differ based on preferences, but you cannot go wrong having these 12 on your list of must sees as you travel the globe.

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