Dig your toes into these pristine shorelines from Italy to Australia.
From the U.S. to Australia, these 15 stunning white-sand beaches are what vacation dreams are made of.
Part ofTable Mountain National Park, Boulders Beach is a popular gathering place for the endangered African penguin.
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Clearwater Beach, Florida
Americans don’t have to travel far to find a stunning beach destination.
Hyams Beach, Shoalhaven, Australia
About 120 miles from sprawlingSydneyis the stunning white-sand Hyams Beach.
Not only is it a popular destination for beach lovers, but also a prime spot for whale-watching.
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Luxe amenities aside, the natural beauty of theMaldivesis the real attraction here.
Part of a nature reserve, the powdery white-sand beach curves around a bay with shallow, crystalline waters.
This remote beach is only accessible by boat, helicopter, or small plane.
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The stunning strand extends for more than three miles along a bay with translucent turquoise waters.
Peak season runs from December to May, and the nightlife is hopping.
Boracay is accessible by plane or ferry from the cities of Luzon, Visayas, and Mindanao.
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