Portuguese beaches voted best in the world by travelers

With uncrowded sandy beaches, dramatic cliff views, and a paradise for marine life, travelers love spending a day at the beach. Every year, travel review and advice site TripAdvisor releases a list of the world’s best beaches as part of its Traveler’s Choice Awards. The site analyzes tens of millions of reviews posted by travelers around the world over the past 12 months to determine the quality and quantity of ratings for beach experiences.

According to TripAdvisor reviewers, European beaches will be the best in the world in 2024, beating out the Caribbean and Hawaii for the top three spot. Two of his beaches in the UK were also named the world’s most sustainable beaches in this year’s new subcategory.

Where are the best beaches in the world?

This year’s world champion horse Praia da Falesia moved up from 6th place last year. Algarve beaches are known for their dramatic red sand cliffs and access via wooden stairs. TripAdvisor reviewers especially praise its soft, powdery sand, saying it’s perfect for sunbathing walks along the beach. We also recommend visiting in the spring, when prices are more affordable and less crowded.

The Sicilian beach Spiaggia dei Conigli, a regular at the top, took second place this year. Located on the island of Lampedusa, it is highly regarded for its sea turtle viewing and scuba diving. According to reviewers, hotel prices are generally lowest in spring, but Lampedusa is better accessible in summer with direct flights from mainland cities and ferry services from Sicily.

La Concha Beach, located in Spain’s Basque Country, has jumped an impressive 12 places since last year to be ranked third in the world. Reviewers say it’s a great spot for families.

Iceland remains firmly in the top 10 this year, with two countries appearing on the list. Reynisfjara Beach took his fourth place, while the dramatic black sand beach, a new entrant in 2024, took his 10th place. Playa de las Canteras on Gran Canaria came in fifth place, and Playa de Maspalomas in ninth place, both new records for this year. This year he also had three new entries from Greece, with Myrtos Beach in Kefalonia in his 8th place, Anthony in Faliraki his Bay in his 12th place and Matara Beach in Crete in his 14th place. I am.

UK beaches are the most sustainable beaches in the world

More than half (55%) of TripAdvisor users worldwide say going green is important to them, which is why this year’s Travelers’ Choice Best Beaches list includes a new subcategory: World’s Best Sustainable Beaches. It has been established. The UK came out on top, with Sandbanks Beach in Poole, Dorset in first place and Saundersfoot Beach in Pembrokeshire, Wales in third place.

Sustainable data As measured by a combination of information from our partner BeCause (via the Blue Flag program) and TripAdvisor traveler reviews, award-winners are recognized for their sustainability initiatives, including sustainable transportation, waste disposal, and water quality. stands out for its commitment to