25 Best Beaches in the World 2016

TripAdvisor has released the world’s Best Beaches with their 2016 Travelers’ Choice Awards, as awarded by millions of real travelers over a year-long period. There is no better time to plan for Spring Break than right now and be sure to enjoy great fun in the sun in some of these top Spring Break destinations.

25 Best Beaches in the World 2016

1. Grace Bay, Providenciales, Turks and Caicos

What someone said: “Unbelievably clear, clean water with hundreds of shades of blues and greens and white sugar sand beaches—ahhhhh!”

Best time to go: Year-round
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– 43 Hotels, and 6 B&B and Inns
– 480 Vacation Rentals

2. Baia do Sancho, Fernando de Noronha, Brazil

What someone said: “As you walk through a small trail, you can’t imagine what awaits you. The heavenly view seems like a mirage.”

Best time to go: Year-round
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– 5 Hotels, and 105 B&B and Inns
– 2 Vacation Rentals

3. Playa Paraiso, Cayo Largo, Cuba

What someone said: “Picture perfect in every way. Gorgeous beach and the bluest water ever!”

Best time to go: Year-round
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– 7 Hotels, and 2 B&B and Inns

4. Anse Lazio, Praslin Island, Seychelles

What someone said: “Picture perfect, with crystal clear, warm waters, shade, sun and powder white sand.”

Best time to go: Year-round
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– 33 Hotels, and 38 B&B and Inns
– 28 Vacation Rentals

5. Cayo de Agua, Los Roques National Park, Venezuela

What someone said: “An incredible beach of soft white sand surrounded on two sides by the Caribbean sparkling in all shades of blue.”

Best time to go: Year-round
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– 19 Hotels, and 35 B&B and Inns
– 1 Vacation Rental

6. Flamenco Beach, Culebra, Puerto Rico

What someone said: “The water was so clear and blue and gorgeous against the backdrop of the mountains. You can’t take a bad picture here.”

Best time to go: Year-round
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– 6 Hotels, and 18 B&B and Inns
– 33 Vacation Rentals

7. Playa de Ses Illetes, Formentera, Balearic Islands

What someone said: “Endless sea, fine sand, spectacular views, yachts, fancy stalls, Ibiza on the horizon.”

Best time to go: Year-round
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– 27 Hotels, and 33 B&B and Inns
– 201 Vacation Rentals

8. Ngapali Beach, Ngapali, Myanmar

What someone said: “Three kilometers of beach without a soul to be seen. No seashells, no rocks, no vendors!”

Best time to go: November-March
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– 16 Hotels, and 4 B&B and Inns

9. West Bay Beach, West Bay, Honduras

What someone said: “Gorgeous beach. Just walk out a few steps to some of the best snorkeling on earth.”

Best time to go: February-August
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– 14 Hotels, and 6 B&B and Inns
– 77 Vacation Rentals

10. Nacpan Beach, El Nido, Philippines

What someone said: “A long coastline, golden sand, beautiful crystal waters and a completely virgin landscape make a visit to this place unforgettable!”

Best time to go: December-March
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– 12 Hotels, and 76 B&B and Inns
– 31 Vacation Rentals

11. Maho Beach, Cruz Bay, St. John

What someone said: “Beautiful beach with clear water. Swam with a sea turtle and came ashore to sunbathe with an iguana.”

Best time to go: Year-round
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– 5 Hotels, and 5 B&B and Inns
– 141 Vacation Rentals

12. Whitehaven Beach, Whitsunday Island, Whitsunday Islands

What someone said: “The whole beach is untouched. No stores, no restaurants, just the beauty of nature at its best.”

Best time to go: Year-round
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– 138 Hotels

13. Sharm El Luli, Marsa Alam, Egypt

What someone said: “Paradise. Pristine, beautiful beach and a tropical aquarium under water.”

Best time to go: May-October
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– 71 Hotels, and 2 B&B and Inns
– 13 Vacation Rentals

14. Elafonissi Beach, Elafonissi, Greece

What someone said: “The sea was calm and beautiful. The colors are intense—light blue water, pink sand. Paradise.”

Best time to go: May-October
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– 1 Hotel, and 2 B&B and Inns
– 25 Vacation Rentals

15. Playa Manuel Antonio, Manuel Antonio National Park, Costa Rica

What someone said: “Gorgeous beach, gentle tide, warm water. A swimmer’s paradise.”

Best time to go: December-May
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– 50 Hotel, and 15 B&B and Inns
– 216 Vacation Rentals

16. The Baths, Virgin Gorda, British Virgin Islands

What someone said: “I’ve been all over the Caribbean, and this is the most beautiful place I’ve ever seen. We lost count of the beautiful, bold-colored fish that swam near us.”

Best time to go: Year-round
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– 7 Hotel, and 5 B&B and Inns
– 211 Vacation Rentals

17. Camp’s Bay Beach, Camps Bay, South Africa

What someone said: “The sandy beach and massive, cold waves are just what’s needed on a hot, sunny summer Cape Town day.”

Best time to go: November-April
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– 13 Hotel, and 62 B&B and Inns
– 282 Vacation Rentals

18. Praia da Marinha, Carvoeiro, Portugal

What someone said: “Classic Algarve beach with sand, cliffs, rocks, caves, arches—it’s got it all. Plus crystal clear water and an abundance of marine life on show.”

Best time to go: May-October
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– 19 Hotel, and 6 B&B and Inns
– 372 Vacation Rentals

19. Kata Noi Beach, Phuket

What someone said: “Waves and water like baby bear’s porridge: not too hot or cold, not too big or small. Simply perfect in every way. Really.”

Best time to go: November-April
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– 128 Hotel, and 140 B&B and Inns
– 506 Vacation Rentals

20. Clearwater Beach, Clearwater, Florida

What someone said: “The sugar fine white sand is a trademark of this fabulous beach. Perfect for a day in the sun. You might even spot a dolphin or two playing on the horizon.”

Best time to go: Year-round
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– 96 Hotel, and 11 B&B and Inns
– 288 Vacation Rentals

21. Playa Paraiso, Tulum, Mexico

What someone said: “One of the most beautiful beaches I’ve ever seen. Swim, take a nap, read a book. You’ll be happy to just be here.”

Best time to go: Year-round
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– 87 Hotel, and 73 B&B and Inns
– 508 Vacation Rentals

22. Agonda Beach, Agonda, India

What someone said: “Serene, tranquil beach, far from the madding crowd. Ideal place for meditation, sun worshiping or reading.”

Best time to go: November-April
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– 4 Hotel, and 31 B&B and Inns
– 18 Vacation Rentals

23. Horseshoe Bay Beach, Southampton Parish, Bermuda

What someone said: “The perfect beach? Picturesque, with pink sand and gentle waves rolling in. Lovely at any time of the day.”

Best time to go: April-September
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– 3 Hotel, and 3 B&B and Inns
– 20 Vacation Rentals

24. Tumon Beach, Tumon, Mariana Islands

What someone said: “The sand is white, the water a gorgeous blue. Swimming, snorkeling, paddle boarding or small water crafts—you can do it all here.”

Best time to go: Year-round
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– 20 Hotel
– 5 Vacation Rentals

25. Praia de Santa Maria, Santa Maria, Cape Verde

What someone said: “The weather, the amazing sandy beach and crashing waves, the fresh fish on the pier—all great memories!”

Best time to go: Year-round
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– 17 Hotel, and 10 B&B and Inns
– 221 Vacation Rentals