To relax on soft sands or to venture in the sea, TripAdvisor announced the This year winning beacheswhich offer the perfect scenario for unforgettable getaway.
The prize “Travellers’ Choice – The best of the best” Recognize excellence on trips and are given to those destinations that, for 12 months, have received a significant volume of exceptional opinions and valuations by the TripAdvisor community.
Of the 8 million profiles on the platform, less than 1 % reaches this prestigious recognition.
TripAdvisor is the largest travel platform, who consult travelers around the world using the web and application, where there are more than 859 million comments and opinions of 8.6 million accommodations, restaurants, experiences, flights and cruises.
TripAdvisor is available in 49 markets and 28 languages. And in the last hours, he announced the list of the best beaches in the world in 2025.
1) Elafonisi Beach (Crete, Greece)
With its sand of pink tones and its turquoise waters, the beach of Elafonisi is one of those places that seem taken from a dream.
Their shallow gaps are ideal for the little ones to explore, while the deepest waters offer endless options for the most adventurers, from swimming to snorkeling.
Those who can stay until sunset will enjoy a view is unforgettable.
2) Banana Beach (Phuket, Tailandia)
In Banana Beach, everything is ready for visitors to live a perfect beach day.
They only have to surder in their crystalline waters and explore the impressive coral reefs by snorkeling or diving. And those who prefer more adrenaline, can get on a table and challenge the waves.
After a day at sea, nothing better than relaxing with a massage next to the beach and enjoying a good meal and a refreshing drink.
3) Eagle Beach (Aruba)
Eagle Beach is one of Aruba’s quietest beaches, with all the virtues of the “Happy Island”: the white and soft sand, warm waters and the impressive views of the sunset that characterize the island.
It also offers all classic activities to enjoy a beach day, from swimming and snorkeling to aquatic motorcycle walks. And it has services such as bathrooms and free parking, which makes it an even more convenient option.
4) Siesta Beach (Siesta Key, Florida, United States)
Siesta Beach is the ideal destination for both those who are looking for rest and for those who prefer a day full of activities in Siesta Key, in the state of Florida, in the United States.
Its white sand and its crystalline waters invite you to relax, swim or simply enjoy incredible sunset.
In addition to its natural beauty, it has easy access to public transport, facilities adapted for wheelchairs and a wide variety of stores and restaurants in the surroundings.
5) Playa de Calésia (Water Eyes, Portugal)
The beach of Falésia is distinguished by its imposing cliffs, its golden sand and the intense blue of its waters.
Throughout its extensive coast, it is possible to sunbathe, swim or practice surfing in its waves.
For a different perspective, a path on the cliffs offers panoramic views that make the walk worth the penalty.
6) Varadero Beach (Varadero, Cuba)
Beach Varadero is the ideal place to get the photos that are perfect in brochures or on Instagram: golden sand, turquoise waters and impressive sunsets creating a perfect landscape.
You can climb to a catamaran, go fishing, play the Beach Volley or walk along the coast, because there are a wide variety of activities to do.
On the other hand, those who prefer something quieter, can simply relax and contemplate the beauty of the natural landscape.
7) Bavaro Beach (Bavarian, Dominican Republic)
Beach Bavaro is an overflowing destination of postcards with its soft and white sand, warm and crystalline waters, and palm trees that offer shadow.
The waves, protected by a natural coral barrier, are ideal for swimming and practicing snorkeling.
For those who prefer to stay on the coast, there are numerous places to relax and enjoy the sun.
8) Wall beach (Mallorca, Spain)
Surrounded by Pinos, Playa de Muro is an ideal destination for families, with large extensions of golden sand and waters of an intense turquoise blue.
The hours fly in this place, either walking, sunbathing, practicing snorkel, paddling or swimming in the warm sea.
In addition, it has bathrooms, showers and lifeguards, free parking and can be easily accessed by public transport.
9) Kelinking Beach (Nusa Penida, Indonesia)
Kelingking Beach captivates with its imposing cliff formations, its white sand such as talc and sea in bluish green tones.
Crystalline water is ideal for snakel and discover marine life, while sunsets offer views that deserve to be captured in a photograph.
Although it is easily accessible and has wide parking, the beach retains a quiet and separated atmosphere. In addition, it has bathrooms, adding comfort to experience.
10) Myrtos Beach (Cefalonia, Grecia)
Surrounded by mountains, Myrtos Beach is a perfect picturesque corner for a relaxed beach day in Cephalonia, Greece.
The waters of a cobalt blue invite you to immerse or practice snorkeling. The beach is rarely filled, so there is always room to relax and enjoy the tranquility of the place.
After beach day, a good closure is to enjoy a meal in a nearby cafeteria.
Next, the complete list of the “25 best beaches of 2025”.
The complete list of 25 beaches
At the first 10 beaches mentioned above, another 15 that complete the list of the 25 chosen are added.
From 11 to 25 position we find the following beaches:
- 11) Island of Rabbits (Lampedusa, Italy)
- 12) Maspalomas Beach (Gran Canaria, Spain)
- 13) Playa de Ipanema (Río de Janeiro, Brazil)
- Day Poke House Linkeen, white hux)
- 15) Manly Beach (Housing, Australia)
- 16) Delphines beach (Cancun, Mexico)
- 17) Plage de Palombaggia (Córcega, France)
- 18) ANSE LAZIO (Isla Praslin, Seychelles)
- 19) North Beach (Isla Women, Mexico)
- 20) Playa de Tropea (Tropea, Italy)
- 21) Balandra Beach (La Paz, Mexico)
- 22) Shaike Hawaii (Lahaina, Maui, hawá)
- 23) Reynisfjara Beach (Vik, Islandia)
- 24) BONDI BEACH (Sdotney, Australia)
- 25) Alto Beach Muro (Porto de Galinhas, Brazil)