World's Best Beaches 2006
Folegandros, GreeceImagine a Greek island, and it's likely you'll invoke images of whitewashed buildings clustered into villages, tumbling down sheer cliff drops to the azure waters below. Such is Folegandros ... Read more.
Newquay, United KingdomIt's not often beachgoers associate a trip to England with a sunny summer holiday spent relaxing on luxurious sands. Unknown to many outside the United Kingdom, the isle is home to Newquay, a seaside haven ... Read more.
Seignosse, FranceTo experience the town and beaches of Seignosse in southwestern France is like encountering the incongruous blending of a Brother's Grimm fairy tale ... Read more.
Manele Bay, HawaiiHulopo'e Beach on the island of Lana'i, long considered one of the world's most perfect stretches of sand, lies at the base of the Four Seasons Lana'i at Manele Bay ... Read more.
El Matador, CaliforniaFar from the wheeling and dealing of the Hollywood hills and the hustle and bustle of its boulevards, beachgoers in the know seek solidarity by heading up the winding Pacific Coast Highway ... Read more.
Pernambuco, BrazilA-Listers and adventure travelers are always looking for the next hot vacation destination, complete with pristine beaches, extraordinary activities and a vibrant night life. Brazil's beaches score high on all criteria, making them a popular destination. ... Read more.
Koh Phangan, ThailandAlex Garland's novel The Beach sent many curious 20-somethings to Thailand’s islands looking for a good time. Today, the hottest island for the young set is the island of Ko Phangan, a small island near the larger Koh Samui ... Read more.
Bottom Bay, BarbadosBarbados is a distinctive island, both in its natural beauty and fun-loving culture. This West Indies gem is actually a coral island. The sandy beaches are made up of pulverized coral, which makes for fine, soft sands ... Read more.
Vieques, Puerto RicoFor more than 60 years, the U.S. Navy owned three-quarters of this island. After years of civilian protests, the Navy moved out in 2003 opening up that land to the island's residents ... Read more.
The Baths, British Virgin IslandsThe British Virgin Islands are made up of a collection of smaller islands, each with its own unique topography and island vibe. Virgin Gorda, one of the largest islands, is a popular tourist spot with posh resorts, pristine beaches and great sailing ... Read more.
Folegandros, GreeceImagine a Greek island, and it's likely you'll invoke images of whitewashed buildings clustered into villages, tumbling down sheer cliff drops to the azure waters below. Such is Folegandros ... Read more.
Newquay, United KingdomIt's not often beachgoers associate a trip to England with a sunny summer holiday spent relaxing on luxurious sands. Unknown to many outside the United Kingdom, the isle is home to Newquay, a seaside haven ... Read more.
Seignosse, FranceTo experience the town and beaches of Seignosse in southwestern France is like encountering the incongruous blending of a Brother's Grimm fairy tale ... Read more.
Manele Bay, HawaiiHulopo'e Beach on the island of Lana'i, long considered one of the world's most perfect stretches of sand, lies at the base of the Four Seasons Lana'i at Manele Bay ... Read more.
El Matador, CaliforniaFar from the wheeling and dealing of the Hollywood hills and the hustle and bustle of its boulevards, beachgoers in the know seek solidarity by heading up the winding Pacific Coast Highway ... Read more.
Pernambuco, BrazilA-Listers and adventure travelers are always looking for the next hot vacation destination, complete with pristine beaches, extraordinary activities and a vibrant night life. Brazil's beaches score high on all criteria, making them a popular destination. ... Read more.
Koh Phangan, ThailandAlex Garland's novel The Beach sent many curious 20-somethings to Thailand’s islands looking for a good time. Today, the hottest island for the young set is the island of Ko Phangan, a small island near the larger Koh Samui ... Read more.
Bottom Bay, BarbadosBarbados is a distinctive island, both in its natural beauty and fun-loving culture. This West Indies gem is actually a coral island. The sandy beaches are made up of pulverized coral, which makes for fine, soft sands ... Read more.
Vieques, Puerto RicoFor more than 60 years, the U.S. Navy owned three-quarters of this island. After years of civilian protests, the Navy moved out in 2003 opening up that land to the island's residents ... Read more.
The Baths, British Virgin IslandsThe British Virgin Islands are made up of a collection of smaller islands, each with its own unique topography and island vibe. Virgin Gorda, one of the largest islands, is a popular tourist spot with posh resorts, pristine beaches and great sailing ... Read more.