Portugal ranks no. 1 beach in world in Tripadvisor Travelers’ Choice Award
India’s Radhanagar among new Top 10 Sustainable Beaches List
Tripadvisor, the world’s largest travel guidance platform, has released its latest wave of inspiration with the second Travelers’ Choice Award for 2024: the Best of the Best Beaches. Based on an analysis of all the reviews left on Tripadvisor for beaches globally over one year, the award reveals the highest-rated beaches by real people who recently visited. From rave reviews of breathtaking views to unrivaled cleanliness to watersport-friendly seas, award-winners provided the best overall experiences during this time period.
“It’s hard for me to play it cool when it comes to beaches, where my all-time-favorite memories have been made. And I’m not alone: last year, Tripadvisor got millions of reviews for beaches—it’s clear that our community absolutely loves them. But as our Travelers’ Choice lists reveal, there’s no one-size-fits-all ‘beach day’: Our top 25 winners alone encompass 18 countries across five continents. The top three beaches are all in Europe, ousting the perennially popular Caribbean from those spots—a sign that some travelers are eager to swap typical resort vacations for the coastlines of Portugal, Italy, and beyond.” – Sarah Firshein, Head of Editorial at Tripadvisor.
Though winners span from Sydney to Seychelles to Hawaii, No. 1 in the World for 2024 is Praia da Falésia in Portugal. Set in the heart of the Algarve, the tiny fishing town of Olhos de Agua surrounds a sandy cove lapped by the Atlantic Ocean. This gorgeous stretch of white sand and colored cliffs is up from No. 6 in 2023.
Top 10 Beaches in the World for 2024
1. Praia da Falésia – Olhos de Agua, Portugal
Good for: scenic walks, sunbathing
Best time to visit: Spring is a great time to visit for more affordable prices and fewer crowds.
2. Spiaggia dei Conigli – Lampedusa, Italy
Good for: sea turtle sightings, scuba diving
Best time to visit: The spring generally has the lowest hotel prices. But in the summer, Lampedusa becomes more accessible via direct flights from mainland cities, as well as ferry service from Sicily.
3. La Concha Beach – San Sebastian – Donostia, Spain
Good for: people watching on the boardwalk, families
Best time to visit: The spring generally has the lowest hotel prices. Plus, beat the summer crowds.
4. Ka’anapali Beach – Lahaina, Hawaii, U.S.
Good for: wildlife sightings, water sports
Best time to visit: It’s never a bad time to visit Maui. The most affordable hotel prices can be found in the fall, but winter brings unbelievable whale watching – even from the shores of the beach.
5. Grace Bay Beach – Grace Bay, Turks and Caicos
Good for: sunbathing, walking along the soft white sand
Best time to visit: Not only does summer bring blue skies, white clouds and shimmering water, hotel prices are generally the lowest June through August.
6. Anse Lazio – Praslin Island, Seychelles
Good for: sunbathing, photography, swimming
Best time to visit: Between April and May or October and November have calmer, less windy weather.
7. Manly Beach – Sydney, Australia
Good for: walking, shopping the surrounding area
Best time to visit: Comfortable temperatures and fewer crowds in Sydney come between March and May or September and November — which means better prices on airfare, too. But for those who want to warm up with the masses from winter back home, January is another great time.
8. Eagle Beach – Palm-Eagle Beach, Aruba
Good for: sunbathing, jet skiing
Best time to visit: With its location south of hurricane zones, there is never a bad time to visit Aruba, but going in the winter is especially sweet. While there is a slightly rainy season from October to January, the showers are usually short.
9. Siesta Beach – Siesta Key, Florida, U.S.
Good for: sunbathing, families
Best time to visit: Fall is a great time to visit Siesta Key to snag lower hotel prices and enjoy post-summer sunshine.
10. Varadero Beach – Varadero, Cuba
Good for: couples, walking
Best time to visit: U.S. citizens still need to stay up-to-date on travel policies and jump through a few hoops to visit Cuba, but hotel prices are generally the lowest in the spring.
In the U.S., winners span eight different states this year, from the northern coasts of Maine to the Pacific shores of Oregon, signifying that people all over the country have access to great beaches within driving distance. However, Hawaii and Florida unsurprisingly shine with the most award-winning beaches – and Hawaii leads with 10 winners, including the coveted No. 1 spot.
Ka’anapali Beach on the island of Maui has achieved the best in the U.S. title for the second year in a row. Nearing 10,000 reviews, Ka’anapali also ranks No. 4 in the world. This Hawaiian getaway has crystal clear waters perfect for snorkeling and surfing, against a backdrop of lush mountains. Visitors recommend the daily cliff diving ceremony at Pu’u Keka’a (Black Rock), held on the northern end of the beach at sunset.
With 55% of global Tripadvisor users in a survey reporting that helping the environment is important to them, this year’s award includes a new ranking of Sustainable Beaches, following the introduction of Sustainable Destinations in January. As measured by a combination of inputs from sustainable data partner BeCause (via the Blue Flag program) and Tripadvisor traveler reviews, winners stand out for their commitments to sustainability.
Top 10 Sustainable Beaches in the World
- Sandbanks Beach – Poole, United Kingdom
- Radhanagar Beach – Havelock Island, India
- Saundersfoot Beach – Saundersfoot, United Kingdom
- Corniche Beach – Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
- Galissas Beach – Galissas, Greece
- Nissi Beach – Ayia Napa, Cyprus
- Mellieha Beach – Mellieha, Malta
- Myrtos Beach – Kefalonia, Greece
- Playa Blanca – Playa Blanca, Spain
- Camp’s Bay Beach – Cape Town, South Africa
With Tripadvisor’s 2024 Travelers’ Choice Award for Beaches released, beachgoers with an array of interests and preferences can draw on guidance from fellow travelers to incorporate these winners into their itineraries. Firshein concludes: “Whatever your taste and style, these lists are the perfect jumping-off point for spring-break plans that haven’t been yet cemented, summer trips that bring together the whole family, and even those far-off winter holidays that beg for a beachy reprieve.” (PRNewswire)
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