Top Beaches in the World 2017

10 Galapagos Beach at Tortuga Bay, Ecuador

Image Source: Flickr user descubriendoelmundo

This Galapagos Islands beach has white sand and wildlife with excellent waters for snorkeling.

Avg. nightly hotel rate: $208
Cheapest month to visit: December ($176 per night)

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9 Elafonissi Beach, Greece

Image Source: Flickr user zen whisk

Considered one of the best beaches in Europe and now the world, Elafonissi Beach in Crete boasts warm, clear water and pink sand.

Avg. nightly hotel rate: $65
Cheapest month to visit: March ($40 per night)

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8 Radhanagar Beach, India

Image Source: Flickr user Ankur P

This extremely clean beach on Havelock Island has the gentlest waves and most gorgeous sunsets.

Avg. nightly hotel rate: $172
Cheapest month to visit: August ($114 per night)

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7 Playa Norte, Mexico

Image Source: Flickr user Šarūnas Burdulis

This laid-back beach at Isla Mujeres won't remain uncrowded for much longer. Its white sand and clear blue shores make this spot the ultimate paradise.

Avg. nightly hotel rate: $275
Cheapest month to visit: September ($191 per night)

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6 La Concha Beach, Spain

Image Source: Flickr user Euskampus Fundazioa

La Concha Beach is the longest beach in San Sebastian, and it's equally as wonderful to visit during its emptier Winter months.

Avg. nightly hotel rate: $220
Cheapest month to visit: January ($108 per night)

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5 Siesta Beach, US

Image Source: Flickr user Mickey Luigi Logitmark

Siesta Beach in Florida (between Roberts Bay in Sarasota and the Gulf of Mexico) is known for its powder soft sand. There are also great surrounding shops and restaurants.

Avg. nightly hotel rate: $260
Cheapest month to visit: September ($214 per night)

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4 Playa Paraiso, Cuba

Image Source: Flickr user Mark Nenadov

Playa Paraiso is a must see when in Cayo Largo with its sparkling waters and white sand.

Avg. nightly hotel rate: $199
Cheapest month to visit: June ($106 per night)

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3 Eagle Beach, Aruba

Image Source: Flickr user Göran Ingman

Visitors get to enjoy warm weather and turquoise water year-round at Eagle Beach.

Avg. nightly hotel rate: $399
Cheapest month to visit: October ($301 per night)

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2 Grace Bay, Turks and Caicos

Image Source: Flickr user mcclave

Though the nearby hotels are typically pricey, this calm and serene beach is worth the visit to Providenciales.

Avg. nightly hotel rate: $712
Cheapest month to visit: September ($492 per night)

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1 Baia do Sancho, Brazil

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This picturesque beach in Fernando de Noronha isn't #1 for nothing. Travelers won't be disappointed by this uncrowded paradise that's especially perfect for snorkeling.

Avg. nightly hotel rate: $248
Cheapest month to visit: April ($190 per night)

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