It's the dead of winter, and you probably don't have a beach holiday planned for a while. To help get you through the cold months, I rounded up a collection of the most dazzling beaches around the world. Get out your bucket list and a pen, and prepare yourself some intense vacation inspiration. No matter what your 2020 goals are, one should definitely be to visit at least one of these jaw-dropping beaches.
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Navagio Beach
Also known as Shipwreck Beach, you can find this gorgeous cove in Zakynthos, one of the Ionian islands in Greece.
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Ora Beach
Live the hut life on Seram Island in Maluku, Indonesia.
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Kabira Bay
Found in Okinawa in the Yaeyama Islands, the pristine waters of this beach are mesmerizing.
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Playa Norte
Mexico has plenty of gorgeous beaches, but the ones on Isla Mujeres, like Playa Norte, are extra special.
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Laguna Beach
As you drive down the California coast, stopping at Laguna is a must. The sunsets are unmatched and that cool, California wind in your hair is fabulous.
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As Catedrais Beach
Translated to "Cathedral beach," it's no wonder where this stunning Spanish beach gets its name.
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Petani Beach
This stunning white pebble beach is found in Kefalonia, Greece.
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Pigeon Point Beach
Even the palm trees in the Republic of Trinidad and Tobago are relaxed.
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Radhanagar Beach
You can find this little piece of heaven on Havelock Island between India and Thailand.
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Anse Source d'Argent Beach
Heaven on earth does exist, and you can find it in the Seychelles.
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Black Sand Beach
This stunning beach is located in Monterrico, Guatemala.
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Champagne Beach
Sip a cocktail off the coast of Espiritu Santo island in Vanuatu.
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Playa Blanca
This gorgeous beach is actually on an alpine lake: Lago de Tota in Colombia.
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Llarga Beach
You absolutely want to get to Salou in Spain during your lifetime.
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Copacabana Beach
You can't do a beach list and not mention Brazil's Copacabana. You just can't.
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Secret Beach
One of Hawaii's hidden gems also goes by the name of Makena Cove and has iconic sunsets.
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White Beach
Not a postcard, just one of the most gorgeous beaches on Boracay Island in the Philippines.
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Reduit Beach
Turquoise waters as far as the eye can see in St. Lucia.
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La Concha Beach
Located in San Sebastian, Spain, this crescent-shaped beach will make you never want to leave the Spanish coast.
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Curieuse Beach
Curieuse Island is located in the Seychelles, and those crystal blue waters are for real.
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Seven Mile Beach
The Grand Caymans will inspire you...to never leave the Caribbean.
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Sanibel Island
Florida gives good beach and Sanibel Island is no exception.
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Bondi Beach
Known as one of Australia's nicest beaches. Worth booking a trip to Sydney for.
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Vichayito Beach
If you're looking for a remote beach with little development, look no further than Peru.
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Cas Abao
Turquoise water and a white sandy beach are guaranteed when you visit Curacao.
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Horseshoe Bay
The pink coral sand alone is worth a trip to Bermuda.
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Eagle Beach
Aruba has beaches that are guaranteed to keep a smile on your face.
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Trunk Bay
Your 50 shades of blue fantasies will all come true in St. John.
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Shoal Bay East
All you need is a rum cocktail on this white sandy beach in Anguilla.
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Crystal Cove
This breathtaking beach is only accessible by foot or boat in the Hahei, Coromandel region of New Zealand.
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