When they're not snapping photos of their surroundings ... the island's first inhabitants – then head down to the beach to relax on the beautiful sand and in the calm turquoise water.

We’ve scoured recommendations, travel guides, and personal experiences to bring you this list of the world’s top 10 most beautiful beaches.

No rose-colored glasses are needed at these stunning stretches of sand. You may have heard of white and black sand beaches, but what about shores with pink sands? Though rare, several countries ...

from where she writes about travel in Italy, the rest of Europe, and farther afield. Italy is home to some of the most beautiful beaches on the Mediterranean. They’re not exactly well-kept ...

With soft sand and blue waters, these beautiful beaches ... Ocean Park Beach is lined with lush, emerald vegetation and abuts that famous blue water, so no need to travel far outside the city ...

But this beautiful stretch of land hides a secret - its sand is said to have spiritual healing qualities and a link to the mythical city of Atantis. Siesta Key Beach’s sand is composed of 99 ...

A beach nestled on a picturesque ... for such splendid isolation. The travel guide doesn't shy away from the coast's darker tales, vividly noting: "It's a beautiful spot with clear waters and ...