WITH OCEANS covering over 70% of the earth’s surface, it’s no wonder its shorelines are such a big draw. We head to the beaches for different reasons: suntanning, hanging out, surfing, playing sports, snorkeling. For many of us living in the north, though, they’re a place reserved for the summer months. For the most part, these beaches from all over the world are ones you can swim at year round. The perfect antidote to the winter blues.
60+ Beaches To Dream About This Dreary Winter Season
These are all taken from the travelstoke app. You can find this list on my profile and start adding to your own trip to visit these awesome beaches. And don’t forget to add your own suggestions.
Cayo Zapatilla, Bocas del Toro, Panama
Isla Holbox, Mexico
Tiny and secluded…and beautiful!
Waipio Black Sand Beach, Hawaii
More amazing pics here.
Thomas Beach, Uluwatu, Indonesia
Tatlong Pulo Beach, Philippines
Hanalei Bay, Kaua’i, Hawaii
Railay Beach, Thailand
And, as if just lying on the beach isn’t enough, here are a few more things to do there.
Railay BeachTambon Ao Nang, ThailandUnderwater exploration in #thailand
Smith’s Barcadere, George Town, Cayman Islands
A quiet beach with waves crashing on the rocks.
Mismaloya Beach, Jalisco, Mexico
Waipatiki Beach, New Zealand
A “paradisiacal New Zealand beach not too many seem to know about.”
Waipatiki Beach Farm ParkTangoio, New ZealandIt’s never too far to the next beach in New Zealand
Makapu’u Beach, O’ahu, Hawaii
Waddy Point, Queensland, Australia
Camping must be the best way to experience Fraser Island.
Hanauma Bay, O’ahu, Hawaii
You’d be missing out if you didn’t go snorkeling here.
Grace Bay Beach, Providenciales, Turks and Caicos Islands
If you go, here are 5 things you need to know.
Shipwreck Beach (Kaiolohia), Lanai, Hawaii
So named because of its shallow and rocky channel which has sunk many ships over the decades. See more inspiration on The PlanetD’s blog.
Camps Bay Beach, Cape Town, South Africa
Wineglass Bay, Tasmania, Australia
There’s also a ton of hiking to be done in Freycinet National Park.
Brighton Beach, Victoria, Australia
These Victorian-era bathing boxes are protected by the local council from alterations being done to them.
Las cabañas Beach, Palawan, Philippines
Paradise, some say.
Cathedral Cove, New Zealand
Cathedral CoveWaikato, New Zealandwhen in Rome [The Coromandel]
Pink Beach, Komodo, Indonesia
Yes, the sand is actually pink (due to white and red sand mixing) and it’s only one of seven pink beaches in the world.
Figure 8 Pools, NSW, Australia
These naturally formed rock pools look amazing. Be aware of the tides though! Here’s how to visit safely.
Figure 8 PoolLilyvale, AustraliaRewarding end after a steep trail down.
Cronulla Beach, NSW, Australia
Cronulla BeachCronulla, AustraliaRelaxing colours if a sunset. #sunset #ocean #waves
Tamarama Beach, NSW, Australia
Kamala Beach, Thailand
Sip some fresh coconuts on the beach!