Ranked: The World’s 50 Best Beaches
Welcome to paradise: the 50 best beaches in the world. To create this spectacular list, FlightNetwork — Canada’s largest online travel website — consulted with 632 top travel professionals, including journalists, editors, bloggers and agencies and had them vote on their favorites.
Punta de Lobos and Noosa declared World Surfing Reserves
The Chilean big wave surf break of Punta de Lobos and the idyllic Australian point break of Noosa have been officially declared the 9th and 10th World Surfing Reserves, respectively.
Amed Beach, Bali
Amed Beach has a second name, one that becomes clearer once you walk to the coast and notice the dark volcanic sand. The gorgeous beach is also dubbed “Black Beauty” for its inky coastline.
6 fascinating facts about coral reefs
Coral reefs are one of the world’s most colorful and diverse ecosystems, and though they cover only about 1 percent of the ocean floor, they have a huge effect on the health of the rest of the world. Healthy coral reefs mean healthy oceans which means healthy planet.
The best beach towns you’ve never heard of
Not every bucket-list beach has been Instagrammed and developed to death. These are the still-unspoiled stretches of sand to get to before everyone else does.
Eventide; By Santa Aguila Foundation
Eventide, is an image from Santa Aguila Foundation.
Bleu Belize; By Santa Aguila Foundation
Bleu Belize; is an image from Santa Aguila Foundation.
Most beautiful black sand beaches in the World
You can find beaches in almost every color of the rainbow, from pristine white sands to chic pink shores. But there’s something particularly breathtaking about black sand beaches.
Antarctica; By Denis Delestrac
Antarctica, is an image from Denis Delestrac