C‘It’s something magical in the idea of a perfect beach. Just imagine the soft sand under the feet, the sound of the waves that caress the shore and the sun warming the skin to feel already on vacation. But what are the 2025 dream destinations? TripAdvisor has drawn up its annual ranking Travelers’ Choice Best of the bestdecreeing the 25 most beautiful beaches in the world Based on traveler reviews. Between exotic scenarios and iconic locations, two Italian jewels are space on the list: the rabbits beach in Lampedusa and the Tropea beach in Calabria.
The podium of the most beautiful beaches: Vince Creta
On the top step of the podium we find Elafonisi Beach, in Crete. A color show ranging from white to sand pink to blue waters, with a perfect lagoon to relax or swim safely. Protected by the Natura 2000 environmental network, it is a small corner of paradise that houses over one hundred species of rare plants.
In second place, the wonderful Banana Beach in Phuket, Thailand. Still not very beaten by mass tourism, this beach is a small refuge of white sand and palm trees overlooking a turquoise sea. Snorkeling, sun and sea in a perfect mix. TO Closing the podium is Eagle Beach, in Aruba. Here the sea fades in all shades of blue, the sand is fine and clear and peace is guaranteed. Note to be one of the least crowded beaches of the island, it is the ideal place to relax without thoughts.
The top 10 complete with the most beautiful beaches in the world
In fourth position the almost surreal beauty of Siesta Beach, Floridawith its sand composed almost entirely of quartz, so white and soft to look like icing sugar. Descending along the ranking, the spectacular cliffs of Praia da Falesia, in the Algarve, in Portugalthey give unforgettable sunsets and perfect scenarios for lovers of panoramic walks.
Playa Varadero, in Cubastands out for its turquoise waters and soft sand that extends by kilometers, while the Dominican Republic enters the list with Bavaro Beacha tropical postcard with natural coral reefs and palmos that are mirrored in the ocean.
To the Balearics, Playa de Muro conquers visitors with its infinite coast and shallow waters, perfect for families, while the wild Kelingking Beach, Indonesiaoffers a vertigo panorama with its cliffs that dive into a crystal clear sea. The top ten Myrtos Beach, Cefalonia closes: a Greek show where the white of the pebbles clashes with the intense blue of the Ionian Sea, creating a dream scenario.
Italy protagonist: two wonderful beaches in the standings
Moving on to the second half of the list, Italy can proudly celebrate the presence of two beaches who have nothing to envy to exotic paradises. In eleventh place we find the Rabbit beach, in Lampedusaa pearl set between the green of the vegetation and the turquoise of the water. In addition to the breathtaking beauty, this beach is also a natural sanctuary: here, every year, the Caretta Caretta turtle chooses to nest, making the place even more special.
Further down, al 22nd place, there is The Tropea beach, in Calabria. Its transparent sea and the characteristic perched village that dominates it give a unique mix of beauty and historical charm. Here, in addition to diving into the clear waters, it is possible to discover the history and culture of one of the most iconic places in southern Italy.
From Mexico to Australia: the other paradises to be discovered
Among the other reward beaches we find Playa Norte, in Mexicoperfect for those looking for relaxation and shallow waters, e Anse Lazio, in the Seychelleswith its mix of white sand and granite boulders to frame a fairytale sea. On the other side of the world, Australia sports the famous Manly Beacha must for surfers, and the most accessible Bondi Beach, in Sydneyloved by both tourists and premises. For those who dream of wildest atmospheres, Iceland Give a unique glance with Reynispjara Beachthe black basalt beach where powerful waves break on almost lunar scenarios.
A journey between dream and reality
From Mexico to Indonesia, passing through our Mediterranean, the Tripadvisor ranking reminds us that There are beaches capable of removing your breath and making us want to be therewith your feet in the sand and the gaze lost in the horizon. And if the world is full of corners of paradise, knowing that Italy holds two of the best, it is a satisfaction that smells of the sea.
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