Marco Crisciotti The 2025 Travelers' Choice Awards by TripAdvisor have revealed the world's 25 most beautiful beaches, with Elafonissi Beach in Crete, Greece, claiming the top spot.
Tripadvisor’s 2025 Travelers’ Choice Awards have unveiled the world’s most stunning beaches, captivating travelers with their pristine sands and crystal-clear waters. Topping the list is Elafonissi Beach on the island of Crete, Greece.
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Elafonissi beach – Crete, Greece
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Elafonissi Beach is renowned for its unique pink-hued sands and shallow turquoise waters, making it a paradise for beach lovers. The beach is part of a protected nature reserve, ensuring its natural beauty remains untouched.
Banana beach – Phuket, Thailand
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Banana Beach offers a serene escape with its clear waters and lush surroundings. Accessible only by boat or a short hike, it provides a tranquil setting away from the usual tourist spots.
Eagle beach – Oranjestad, Aruba
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Eagle Beach is famous for its wide, white sandy shores and the iconic fofoti trees. The calm waters and gentle breeze make it ideal for swimming and sunbathing.
Siesta beach – Siesta key, Florida, USA
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Siesta Beach is celebrated for its powdery white quartz sand, which remains cool even under the hot sun. The shallow, calm waters are perfect for swimming and wading. Located on an eight-mile barrier island off the coast of Sarasota, it offers pristine surroundings and minimal development, preserving its natural beauty. The beach is complemented by clear waters, an abundance of seashells, convenient beachfront accommodations, and a free trolley service that connects visitors to local destinations.
Praia da Falésia – Algarve, Portugal
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Praia da Falésia is known for its dramatic red and orange cliffs that contrast beautifully with the golden sands and blue waters. The beach stretches for several kilometers, providing ample space for visitors to relax and enjoy the scenery.
The complete ranking
Here is the complete list of the top 25 most beautiful beaches in the world according to the 2025 Travelers’ Choice Awards by TripAdvisor:
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Elafonissi Beach – Crete, Greece
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Banana Beach – Phuket, Thailand
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Eagle Beach – Oranjestad, Aruba
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Siesta Beach – Siesta Key, Florida, USA
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Praia da Falésia – Algarve, Portugal
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Playa Varadero – Varadero, Cuba
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Spiaggia di Bavaro – Punta Cana, Dominican Republic
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Spiaggia Playa de Muro – Mallorca, Spain
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Spiaggia di Kelingking – Nusa Penida, Indonesia
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Spiaggia di Myrtos – Kefalonia Island, Greece
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Spiaggia dei Conigli – Lampedusa, Italy
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Playa de Maspalomas – Gran Canaria, Spain
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Ipanema Beach – Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
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Poipu Beach Park – Poipu, Koloa, Kauai, Hawaii, USA
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Manly Beach – Sydney, Australia
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Playa Delfines – Cancun, Mexico
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Plage de Palombaggia – Corsica, France
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Anse Lazio – Praslin Island, Seychelles
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Playa Norte – Isla Mujeres, Mexico
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Spiaggia di Tropea – Tropea, Italy
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Balandra Beach – La Paz, Mexico
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Ka’anapali Beach – Lahaina, Maui, Hawaii, USA
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Reynisfjara Beach – Vik, Iceland
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Bondi Beach – Sydney, Australia
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Muro Alto Beach – Porto de Galinhas, Brazil
