Rest in our time for many people is that they are waiting for a whole year, working tirelessly. Some people like to relax in their country house - cheap and cheerful. Many love sightseeing vacation European cities are also a great option. However, most people dream of going on vacation to a place where the warm sea caresses the skin, the hot sand burns the feet, and the cool breeze develops the hair. Introducing the ranking of the 14 best beaches in the world.
14 Brazil - Copacabana
The list of the most beautiful places for a beach holiday opens with the most famous beach of Rio de Janeiro, which stretches for 4 kilometers in the southern part of the incredibly eponymous name and is one of the attractions of the city. Brazilians call this beach “Princess of the Sea” and consider it the best place for tourists because of the abundance of hotels and entertainment for every taste. Copacabana is the most popular area in Rio. There are beautiful apartments and huge penthouses. This area is considered a convenient starting point for all excursions, and it is here that one of the most colorful New Year's festivities in the world takes place. Every year on the night of December 31 to January 1, more than 2 million tourists gather at Copacabana. In addition to beautiful beaches, Brazil boasts many, some of which are considered among the most amazing in the world.
13 Australia - Whiteheaven Beach
This huge 6 km long beach is covered with fine white sand and is the best beach in Australia. The sand is not the finest, its consistency resembles snow, and in water it turns into something resembling sour cream. It is hardly possible to find the best place for diving and snorkeling all over the world. It has warm tropical weather all year round. average temperature air 27.4C. Whitehaven Beach, like the island of Whitesunday, on which it is located, has the status of a national park in Australia, because this island does not have more than one hotel, but unusually more than a dozen. All tourists stop on neighboring islands, and then sail on boats to this fantastic beach.
12 Cuba - Varadero
This beach is part of the resort town of the same name and the most famous resort area in Cuba. The beaches here stretch for 20 kilometers and are protected by the largest coral reef in the Caribbean Sea. Varadero Beach was recognized by UNESCO in 1992 as one of the cleanest beaches in the world, and entry to this resort area is prohibited for local residents. During the day, tourists are waiting for sandy beaches of hotels, crystal water and sunbathing, and adventure seekers - yacht trips, deep-sea fishing and excursions to various exotic corners of Cuba. In the evening, nightclubs, discos and restaurants, which Varadero is so famous for, open. The resort is located just 134 kilometers from Havana. Life here is seething day and night.
11 Hawaii - Hanalei Bay Beach
This magnificent beach is located in one of the most beautiful parts of the world and if scenic views are what you are looking for, then Hanalei Bay Beach is a must-see. An almost perfect semicircle reminiscent of a white sand bay surrounded by waterfalls and magnificent mountains stretching up to the clouds. This can be seen by clicking on the photo of this beautiful beach. He is on Hawaiian island Kauai, which has been recognized best island Hawaii, and the beach was voted the best in the US in 2009. Kauai is an island with lush vegetation that covers it from the mountains to the ocean. There are over 80 kilometers of white sandy beaches. While this beach can be packed with tourists, especially in winter when surfing conditions are ideal, you won't find a more stunning view anywhere else in the world.
10 Philippines - White Beach
This four-kilometer beach of white and fine sand, where coconut palms grow, is located on the Philippine island of Boracay and is the center of the tourist life of this place. This is a great place for both a relaxing beach holiday and active recreation. Boracay is a small island, but nevertheless, it is still included in the ranking of the most beautiful beaches in the world. It is 8 km long and 2 km wide. The east coast is separated from the west by no more than half an hour on foot. White sand beaches stretch all along the coastline. The island has a variety of accommodation options - from luxury hotels to inexpensive bungalows.
9 Indonesia - Lombok
The ninth place in our list is occupied by an island with a size of 80 km, located to the north of Bali. The shape of the island resembles the Indonesian lombok pepper, hence the name. The tourist infrastructure is most developed in the western part of the island of Senggiji. There, tourists can fully immerse themselves in a state of solitude and closeness to nature. Landscapes of Lombok with its jungles and thickets, coral islands and long clean beaches will impress even the worldly-wise tourist. This island has recently been actively built up with new hotels, and the tourist infrastructure is developing. In the central part of Lombok, Mount Rijani, 3726 meters high, is visible from everywhere. crater lake in the middle. Locals worship Rijani, this is one of the 4 most high mountains Indonesia.
8 Goa - Palolem
This beach is a great place for independent travelers, surfers and kiters. Diving is very popular here and there is a special diving center, boat trips, swimming with dolphins and fishing. Among the many attractions, beautiful beaches attract people the most. Palolem beach has the shape of a crescent, and it is quite long, 2-3 kilometers, but it is one of the most favorite vacation spots for tourists. In search of freedom, in Goa everyone finds what they were looking for. Thanks to the local nature and very calm gentle sea, this place is the most popular for a beach holiday in India. Life here is in full swing, especially during the season, all hotels are filled to capacity, and there is almost no crowd on the promenade along the beach. Like on many other Goa beaches, at night fun is seething near the sea, music plays, and people dance until the morning to reggae, rock and live music, enjoying nature. Local nightlife is famous for the so-called quiet noisy parties, when people on the beach dance with headphones playing music. Many tourists consider India the best country for beach and at the same time club holidays.
7 Canaries - La Gomera
This almost round island, with an area of 372 square kilometers and a population of 20,000 people, is located not far from bustling Tenerife. Homer's Island is different from most canary islands. It seems to be created for the perfect relaxing holiday. Tourists come here only to relax on the ocean coast with black volcanic sand, far from any civilization. Those who come here usually surf and live on the shore for several days. The highlands of the island have become a giant greenhouse that has given shelter to almost 400 species of plants that disappeared in Europe and Africa millions of years ago. Among them there are some that you will not find anywhere else in the world.
6 Bora Bora - Matira
Matira Beach, located on the south side of Bora Bora, is the best and most popular beach on the island. Its white sand stretches from the Bora Bora hotel to Matria Point. Here, topless sunbathers enjoy the tranquility and serenity of the beach. This place is well cooled by the trade winds. At low tide, you can get from the end of Matira Point to the barrier reef. It is this shallow water that prevents yachts from sailing around the island or inside the reef. The shallow lagoon of Bora Bora is great for snorkeling. Another activity that you can enjoy in Bora Bora is kayaks or canoes, which you can swim near the shore. Here you will discover a coral garden filled with tropical plants.
5 Fiji - Wakaya
The Fiji Islands group comprises over 300 islands in the South Pacific. Only one third of the islands are inhabited, the other islands are corners of untouched nature. Vakaya is one of the most beautiful places in Fiji, combining new standards of hospitality with an unparalleled vacation by the Pacific Ocean. This is a private island of the Lomaiviti archipelago, with an area of 8 square kilometers, located to the west of the main island of the Fiji archipelago - the island of Viti Levu. Picturesque landscapes with rocky cliffs and lush tropical forests, rich flora, beautiful sandy beaches of Wakaya Island, excellent conditions for attract tourists from all over the world.
4 Mauritius - Paradis
The coast of Mauritius is famous for its coral sand and luxury hotels. From all sides, the island is protected by coral reefs, so that near the beach the water is always clear and calm, which creates ideal conditions for diving and yachting. Morne Beach is located just behind the Paradise Hotel and is considered by many to be the most beautiful beach in Mauritius. Delightful nature, not yet touched by the ubiquitous hotel business: luxurious vegetation, a transparent lagoon and a grandiose spectacle of rocky cliffs in the sea at sunrise and sunset.
3 Maldives - Cocoa Island
This small private island is made for lovers of solitude and walks on the sand. Small houses are taken out into the ocean, and you literally sleep on the waves. When you wake up, you can, after walking 3 meters, find yourself in crystal clear water, through which you can see the cleanest ocean floor. On the island you can do yoga, take advantage of spa treatments, diving, yacht trips. In general, this small island with its amazing beaches - the dream of any person who wants to have a quality and relaxing holiday.
2 Seychelles – Anse Source D`Argent
Perhaps this is the most famous beach of the Seychelles - several times recognized as the best beach in the world and is considered the most photographed beach in the world and one of the on earth. Almost all Seychelles postcards and desktop wallpapers are photographed here. The beach is located on the territory of the L’Union Estate park, the entrance fee is 100 rupees (260 rubles), every third visit is free. In principle, you can climb over the fence or walk on the water early in the morning. The beach consists of a series of small bays stretching for a kilometer. The uniqueness of the beach lies in the large number of large and small granite boulders that strewn the shore, some of them are in the water. In some places you can find "installations" of these boulders, incredibly piled on top of each other.
1 Bahamas – Pink Sands
So we came to the first place where the most beautiful beach in the world is located - Pink Sands on Bahama Island Harbor. The beach owes its name to the fabulously pinkish sand, which, against the backdrop of the azure sea and sky, makes an amazing impression on vacationers. In addition, diving enthusiasts will get real pleasure here. If you like to swim, the water is warm and calm almost all year round because the beach is protected by coral reefs. You can enjoy the sand, the sea and the natural environment of the entire island. Tourists really feel very calm and comfortable on Pink Sands. If you are planning a vacation in the Bahamas, then you should already think about it, because the best time to relax is from September to May. This paradise has long been chosen for their country houses by Hollywood stars - Robin Williams, Susan Sarendon, Keith Richards and others.
The beaches of Moscow are a purely internal affair of Muscovites. In the sense that Moscow is not a resort, and tourists do not come here for swimming and sunbathing. No one, of course, limits the entrance to the beaches to strangers, but what should a Volzhanian or a resident of the Black Sea region do on a Moscow beach, accustomed to wide shores, extensive beaches and big water. The exception will probably be something unusual for the majority. In Moscow, there is such a thing.
Nudist beaches in Moscow
There are three nudist beaches in Moscow.
Beach in Silver Forest. The most popular of Moscow's nudist beaches. If you get ground transport, then you can take trolleybuses 86, 20 and 65 to the final station. From there along the ecological path, which will lead to two bridges. From them it is already possible to turn to the river, to its right bank. The beach is chastely enclosed by a high fence, but the entrance was left free. For vacationers on the beach there is a volleyball net, and catering points with drinks and light snacks. There are no dressing rooms, but in fact, who needs them there. Two categories of vacationers roam the beach - naked and dressed. The first swim and sunbathe, and the second look at the first. It is officially forbidden to swim on it, the beach is wild and littered.
For your information! The left bank was seized by homosexuals having a rest. The administration of the beach is fighting them, although the gays swim not naked, but in bathing shorts. Formally, there is no reason to disperse homosexuals, so the methods of struggle are peculiar. On the left bank, fir-trees and other trees are intensively planted. According to city officials, the dense vegetation will keep gays off the beach.
Lebyazhy Ozera is the second most popular nudist beach among Muscovites. Exclusively beautiful place at the confluence of the Moscow River and the Stroginskaya Poima. You can get there from the Schukinskaya metro station by bus 638. You need to go to the water ski stadium. It is even easier to rent a boat on Serebryany Bor beach and ride to the opposite coast.
The Lyubertsy quarry is a place for misanthropes. Few people want to trudge along the rocky peninsula to stare at naked bathers. You can get there by minibus 474 from the metro stations Lyublino or Kuzminki.
Elite beaches of Moscow
When going to any Moscow beach, one must remember that Moscow is a metropolis, and therefore, in the most complete sense, it is the spokesman for the idea of Evelyn Waugh - "Charity is not good if it is given for nothing." So you have to pay for everything except air.
In addition, the conditions of the metropolis are unfavorable for natural reservoirs, and therefore one should be prepared for the fact that bathing in a river or lake will be prohibited. In total, Moscow has about 90 natural reservoirs equipped with recreation areas. Swimming in 2017 was possible only in 11 of them. How many will be in 2018 - time and ecology will show.
To attract vacationers, some paid Moscow beaches are equipped with swimming pools.
beach club
Admission is free, but the cost of using a sunbed can spoil all the fun of free entry. On weekdays, you have to pay 1,000 rubles for a sunbed, and 2,000 on weekends. However, compared to the cost of sunbeds in the VIP zone, this is nothing. There the price reaches 4000 rubles. Towels for both areas - free of charge. Beach cover - White sand. There are: parking of boats and yachts, a playground, restaurants, verandas, a mini-hotel and a volleyball net.
It is located on the coast of the reservoir in Khimki, in close proximity to the Vodny Stadium metro station.
Monterosso
City beach behind a green fence on the Stroginsky backwater. The origin of the name is unknown. There are no mountains, no red color. There is a view of the urban Moscow landscape. The beach is well maintained, with a narrow strip of sand along the shore. Sun loungers are on the lawn grass. Everything is very clean. There are paths for pedestrians and cyclists, there is a restaurant with European cuisine.
Entrance to the territory is free on weekdays. On weekends, the entrance fee is 200 rubles. It is advisable to book a place in advance.
Using a sun lounger - 300 r / hour.
Towel rental - 100 r / hour.
It is convenient to get there by trams 10 or 21 from the Schukinskaya metro station to the TechCenter Kamerton stop. Green fence "Monterosso" to the left of the bus stop.
Skazka Beach
Well-equipped area near the Moscow River. Of course, no one will swim in the river. You can swim in a small pool the size of a two-room apartment. Around: sun loungers, a bar, a barbecue area, a volleyball net and a restaurant with a bar.
Entrance fee - 300 rubles. on weekdays and 500 on weekends. There is no need to pay for the use of beach equipment. Entrance face control is carried out. The beach is open every day from 10 am to 7 pm. Located at the address: Dmitrovskoe highway, 7 km from the Moscow Ring Road.
Beach with immodest name Super
Another beach by the pool. It is possible to lie down by the water on a sun lounger with a laptop, as the beach provides free access to Wi-Fi.
Fans of sports recreation have the opportunity to climb the climbing wall, play near the volleyball net, shoot at the shooting range and visit the gym. At the entrance - face control.
Entrance fee - 300 rubles on weekdays, 500 rubles - on weekends. Sun lounger rental - 300 rubles, towels - 100. You can swim and do sports for free.
The beach is located on the street. Krylatskoy, 8. You can get there by buses 829 and 229 to the Stadium stop.
Gorky Beach
Beach in the heart of the capital, located on the street. Krymsky Val, 9. Provides vacationers with the opportunity to sit by the water on sun loungers, enjoy a meal at a local restaurant, drink a cocktail in a bungalow, dance and surf the Internet.
There is no entrance fee, but you have to pay 300 rubles for using beach equipment. The beach is open from 12 noon until the last client.
Beach Sun
Sheltered at the Pirogovsky hydroelectric complex, next to the Admiral club.
You can swim in the capacious pool, equipped along a narrow coastline. The beach is covered with sand, landscaped with sun loungers, awnings, changing rooms and shower cabins. Sports enthusiasts are offered:
- Fields for ball games.
- Rental of boats, karts, jet skis.
- VIP yacht charter.
- Helicopter rental.
- Tables for tennis.
- Shooting ranges for shooting from crossbows, pneumatic and paint weapons.
- Trampolines.
There is also a mini-hotel, a bathhouse and guest houses. The beach is open from morning until the last client.
Entrance fee - 500 rubles. The use of beach equipment is free. Face control at the entrance.
Address: Dmitrovskoe highway, 7 km from the Moscow Ring Road.
Malibu
A large hotel and entertainment center around the beach near the Pirogovsky reservoir. This white sand beach considered the best in Moscow. Equipped with sun loungers, changing rooms and shower cabins. The bottom of the reservoir in the coastal strip is constantly cleared of debris, which makes swimming in it very comfortable and permitted by Rospotrebnadzor.
For children there are playgrounds, a special pool and an extensive entertainment program.
It offers guests a deck hotel, a pier, hookah smoking houses, entertainment and conference rooms, a restaurant and bars.
For an active pastime there are: a water polo area, trampolines, slippery football fields and tennis tables.
Entrance fee: beach - 500 rubles, VIP zone - 1000. At the same time, a deck chair is provided free of charge, and a towel is also free in the VIP zone.
Address - Mytishchi, Ostashevskoye highway, possession 1B. Get by bus number 438 from the Medvedkovo metro station to the Sorokino village stop. It is also possible to get there by water - by boat from the Northern River Station to the Bay of Joy Pirogovo.
Democratic beaches
White lake beach
A real miraculous lake in the village of Vykhino, where you can swim for free. The lake is deep, so a rescue team is constantly working on the beach. In addition to swimming and sunbathing, vacationers can play tennis on a specialized court and fish. Fishing rods and boats can be rented at the fishing base. The beach is poorly equipped, there are several cabins to change clothes, and a couple of tents.
Travel by bus from Vykhino metro station.
Borisovskie Ponds
Good sandy beach. Swimming in the ponds is not recommended by Rospotrebnadzor, but it is possible to ride on boats and jet skis, which are offered for rent right next to the beach. There is a playground for children.
Travel by buses 738 and 740 from the Kashirskoye metro station to the Borisovskie Prudy stop.
Volen Sports Park
Known as ski resort, consisting of two complexes - Yakhroma and Stepanovo. From the moment when the skis start to cling to the green grass, the ski resort turns into a 360 m 2 poolside beach. The beach is equipped with sun loungers. There is the possibility of sports recreation: table tennis, mini-football, swimming.
Entrance to the beach is paid, the price is up to 900 rubles. Chaise longue - free of charge.
Directions to public transport from the metro station Altufievo by bus line 401 to Dmitrovo. Stop - Yakhroma, st. Lenin. You can also go by train in the direction of Dmitrovsky to the city of Yakhroma.
Meshchersky lake
Another joy from nature for Muscovites exhausted by the conditions of the metropolis. Swimming in the lake is allowed by Rospotrebnadzor. The water is really crystal clear. The beach near the lake shores is not large, but more or less equipped. There are changing areas and showers. There are no sun loungers, instead of them there are benches and awnings. Several kiosks offer vacationers a variety of drinks and a simple snack.
The beach is located on the street. Voskresenskaya 5, and you can get to it by bus number 66 from the Yugo-Zapadnaya metro station. Travel to the final stop.
The beach at Academic Ponds
It invites vacationers to sunbathe, have a snack in the summer cafe-terraces, ride boats and catamarans, slide down water slides, play table tennis, tablehockey and billiards. Swimming in the ponds is prohibited by Rospotrebnadzor.
There is no entry fee, but you have to pay for everything else.
You can get to the beach by buses 179, 282 and 115 from the Voykovskaya metro station to the Baikal cinema.
Levoberezhny beach
In the summer of 2017, it did not receive tourists due to the serious reconstruction of the recreation area. Before the reconstruction, the beach provided visitors with a very small range of services. Of the achievements of civilization, there were only changing cabins and a “paddling pool” for kids. It is promised that after the reconstruction the beach will be richly equipped with sun loungers, cabins, umbrellas and a volleyball court. It remains to be seen whether the administration will keep its promise.
You can get to the beach from the metro station Rechnoy Vokzal by buses of flights 138,739. Stop - hotel "Soyuz".
Balashikha lakes
A natural complex of six reservoirs near the city of Balashikha in the Moscow region. The beaches are grassy, sand cover is available only in the area of the dam. Recreation is free, sparsely populated and mostly wild. There are several stalls selling drinks and snacks, medical and rescue centers. Nothing more of the benefits of civilization. You can get to the lakes only on foot from Balashikha. The most developed infrastructure is the lake in the central Balashikha park.
Troparevsky Pond on Teply Stan
Swimming in the pond is prohibited, but you can sunbathe on the beach. In principle, you can conditionally swim if you go down into the water from a wooden bridge, to where the water is deeper. The beach is sandy near the water. Further from the coast - grassy. There are wooden sun loungers on the beach, but you need to take them early in the morning. There are several changing rooms located at the wooden descents into the water.
There are walking and bike paths, bike rental. At the same time, the walking areas are very clean, well-groomed, equipped with trash cans and benches. The beach area is actively littered with vacationers.
Entrance to the beach is free. There are paid attractions for children such as "trampoline" and "carousel" costing 150 rubles for 10 minutes.
Rent of boats and catamarans - 400 R/h, bike rental - 500 R/h. You can dine at the Grill Café. Of course, there are tents with shawarma and hot dogs.
It is more convenient to get to the beach from the Teply Stan metro station by the “gazelle” of flight 388. The stop is Troparevo Park.
Serebryany Bor
Another natural outlet of the metropolis, consisting of pine trees, ponds, clean air and four beaches. Beaches differ in infrastructure and type of admission.
Beach 1- a zone of the closed type for VIP-rest. The entrance to the beach is controlled three times: at the entrance to Sosnovy Bor, when entering the zone nature reserve and direct face-control at the entrance to the beach. The beach area is comfortable for recreation and not crowded, equipped with sun loungers and awnings. Swimming in the water is allowed.
For active recreation there is a volleyball court, a mini-football field, tennis tables, catamarans and various boats, a water skiing attraction.
In the beach area there is a restaurant with mixed cuisine.
Beach 2- the most suitable place for family vacation with kids. Entrance to the beach is free, but you have to pay for sun loungers, towels and leisure activities.
For children's recreation at the beach there is a mini-zoo and playgrounds of the "Children's Town" type.
There are few opportunities for active recreation for adults - a volleyball net, a tennis table and jet ski rental.
Beach 3- the largest of the beaches of Moscow. The area is more than 10 hectares, the beach is stretched in length for 1 km. Entrance to the beach is free, the area is fenced, equipped with cabanas and showers. Beach 3 is a favorite vacation spot for young people. This is facilitated by the Bora Bora beach club located here, which organizes parties with the involvement of famous DJs.
Also on the beach there is a beach and the club "Admiral".
For active recreation there is a tennis court, volleyball court, football field.
Also on the territory there are several restaurants and cafes of various types of cuisines.
Beach 4- nudist.
It is convenient to get to the beaches of Sosnovy Bor by shuttle buses of flights 190M (goes to beaches 1 and 3) and 593M (to beach 2) from the Polezhaevskaya metro station to the Serebryany Bor stop. The beaches are open for vacationers from 11 am to 11 pm.
Important! Entry of transport into the territory of Sosnovy Bor is only with passes.
City Pond
A body of water territorially divided between Moscow and Zelenograd. Part of its coastal territory is included in the Moscow zone and is located in Central park. The water is approved by Rospotrebnadzor for bathing. The beach is sandy, clean and wide enough for comfortable rest. There are no sun loungers or awnings, so escape from scorching sun will have to do it on their own.
For sports recreation there are three volleyball nets, a playground for children with attractions, fitness and sports centers. It is possible to drink and eat at the beach cafe.
It is better to get to the pond from the Rechnoy Vokzal metro station by minibus flight 476. Stop - Palace of Culture.
school lake
A beach located in the 10th microdistrict of Zelenograd. The water of the lake is suitable for safe swimming, and convenient access to the water allows children to swim. The beach is covered with sand, Spartan equipped. There is a volleyball net, table tennis tables and roller skating lanes. The kids are provided with a good playground. Access to the lake is free. There are points for renting water equipment.
It is better to go from the metro station Rechnoy Vokzal by minibus flight 431. Stop - Oktyabrskaya.
Black Lake
Despite the gloomy name, it is a very bright and picturesque place on the border of Zelenograd, almost in the forest zone. The water in the reservoir is consistently cool, but the beach is loved by both locals and visitors.
The beach area is covered with imported white sand, the descent to the depth is long and gentle, convenient for children's games.
There are no retail and rental outlets on the beach, so everything from soda to a blanket needs to be taken with you.
You can come to Black Lake by bus of flight 400. The first stop is at the entrance to Zelenograd. Further through the forest, guided by the principle "language will bring to Kyiv." The walk is not long, the path will take no more than 7 minutes at a calm pace.
Rublevsky beach
Located 1 km from Moscow, if you go along Novorizhskoe highway in the direction of Myakinino, on the bank of an artificial reservoir of a former sand pit. A large and very well-maintained beach that can accommodate up to 10,000 vacationers. There is a place to change clothes and take a shower.
Entrance to the beach is paid, the cost is 200 r / day. The use of sunbeds - 300 rubles. You can, of course, lie down on the grass, but the ants may have their own thoughts about your vacation.
Swimming in the reservoir is approved by Rospotrebnadzor, but vigilant Muscovites still prefer to stay on land. The careless, on the other hand, cheerfully climb into the water, assuring that almost everything is treated with antibiotics in our time.
For active recreation there are trampolines and discos.
You can eat in densely located cafes, restaurants and ubiquitous stalls.
The beach is noisy and crowded, rented helicopters fly, jet skis and boats buzz.
It is more convenient to go from Molodezhnaya station by bus 127 or from Krylatsky flight 129. Stop - Rublevo Beach.
Krasnogorsk beach
Located near dam number 4 on the river with the romantic name Sinichka. The beach has recently undergone a major overhaul and reconstruction. Of course, it did not come close to world standards, but it became quite comfortable and clean. The water in Sinichka is approved by Rospotrebnadzor and you can swim in it. At the beach there are water equipment rentals, showers and changing rooms.
The beach is easy to get to. Get to Krasnogorsk by train, and then almost to the beach fixed-route taxi 556. Lovers hiking usually they don’t get into a minibus, but walk a couple of kilometers to the shore of Sinichka.
New dam
Another beach on Sinichka. The atmosphere is spartan, there is only the most necessary - where to change clothes, where to wash and where to drink. Entrance to the beach is free.
To get there, you should go along Volokolamsk highway to Rechnaya street. Drive along the street for 2 km and turn right to the dam. It's impossible to get lost.
Trinity beach
Located off the coast of the Klyazma reservoir. Its pluses include a good sandy bottom of the reservoir and places for children to play with slides and a small zoological park where you can ride a pony and a camel.
For active recreation there are basketball and volleyball courts, rental of catamarans and kayaks. If you wish, you can go water skiing.
The beach is free.
If you plan to stay with an overnight stay, it is possible to rent a room in a mini-hotel or a cabin on the moored ship "Bagration".
A bus brings vacationers to the beach, following from the Altufyevo metro station.
The beaches of the recreation center Khlebnikovo
Two beaches are compactly located on the territory of the base - with sand and grass. Both are minimally equipped. There are toilets, changing rooms and showers. There are also drinking water fountains and barbecue tables.
For children, there is a shallow water area where they can flounder in safety.
Beach entrances are free of charge.
You can come by bus number 459 or "gazelle" number 7 from the Altufyevo metro station to the very beaches.
Super Beach
Nice, recently opened beach in Novoaleksandrov. The beach is not polluted by years of use, and cleanliness is carefully maintained on it. The beach cover near the shore is sandy, further - grassy. Who likes what. Barbecue places and gazebos are equipped. The cost of renting a gazebo is up to 4000 rubles, depending on the capacity. There are also desperate bathers, but Rospotrebnadzor recommends limiting yourself to tanning, barbecue and active movements on land. For active recreation there are sports grounds equipped with volleyball nets and basketball baskets.
Of the complaints - the quality of dry closets and crowds.
The beaches of Lake Senezh
On the shores of Lake Senezh, 45 kilometers from Moscow, there are two beaches - Solnechnogorsky and Veretevsky, located at a distance of 2 km from each other. Both beaches are minimally landscaped, but the essentials are there.
The lake is buried in a pine forest, the water is clean and approved by Rospotrebnadzor for swimming. The beach off the coast is sandy and comfortable, but the bottom of the lake is muddy, so it is advisable for the kids to swim under the supervision of their elders.
You can get to Senezh by intercity bus 440 from the Voykovskaya metro station to Solnechnogorsk.
Lytkarinsky beach
Another suburban recreation area. A beach has been equipped on the banks of an artificial reservoir created on the foundation pits of the former Volokushinsky sand pit.
The reservoir is fed from underground springs, and therefore the water in the lake is clean, although cool, and it is allowed to swim in it.
The beach is divided into paid and free sectors. Paid cleaner, better equipped and relatively free.
Important! When creating the reservoir, the hydraulic builders did not bother to clean the bottom. It still has construction debris, so you should be careful when walking along the bottom of the reservoir. A section of the coast and the bottom adjacent to the paid sector of the beach have been cleared of construction debris, and it is completely safe to swim.
The beach is covered with white sand and surrounded by pine forest.
You should get there by bus 538 from the Kuzminki metro station to the Quarry stop.
Village beaches
Helicopters and other expensive equipment are not needed for quality rest. Many Muscovites prefer the solitude and unhurried relaxation of rural beaches. Among other things, Rospotrebnadzor has nothing against the clean water of rural reservoirs.
Pond in Novoselki village
It's far enough from Moscow to take a break from the bustle of the city, and close enough to Moscow to go to Novoselki for the weekend.
Novoselkovsky Pond is five hectares of clean water, excellent fishing with chances for trout and pike, and a sandy beach. Fishing is paid - up to 2000 r / day, the beach is free to visit.
Travel from Moscow Ring Road along the Kaluga highway. From the village of Crosses, turn to the village of Novoselki.
Beach in the village of Krekshino on the Nara River
Here the country club "Alexander" rules the ball. The village is located 36 km from Moscow. The river beach is good, equipped with everything you need and for the guests of "Alexandra" is free. There are convenient slopes to the river, rental of catamarans and boats, a beach badminton playground, a zoo and a stable.
Whether in a village or a metropolis, everyone will find an opportunity to relax to the best of their financial capabilities. After all, Muscovites do not live in the Maldives alone.
For some tourists, the best beaches in the world are associated exclusively with white sand and blue clear water. For others - unforgettable experience from rest create a high quality of service and professionalism of the organizers. For the third - the rest of the savages and an unknown lagoon. For the fourth, these are the native beaches of the Moscow region.
In truth, there is no sandy place that suits everyone. We will present the top 5 best beaches in the world according to the Way2day rating on key parameters: atmosphere, reach, affordability, as well as recommendations from experts and travelers. Before you grab your swimsuit and board the plane, check out what the best beaches in the world look like.
No. 5. Cayman Islands
The Cayman Islands are an archipelago south of Cuba and northwest of Jamaica, belong to the UK. The largest of them is Grand Cayman. The best hotels operate on an all-inclusive basis for lovers of a relaxing holiday without much hassle. The beaches are public and open to everyone.
Tall palm trees and other tropical greenery provide a pleasant shade in which to hide from the sun at noon. The depth near the shore is small, the water warms up well. Dangerous marine life rarely swim up to the shore and do not interfere with vacationers.
The best hotels offer their guests beach chairs, canopies made of palm leaves, beach tables, wooden paths from the hotel entrance to the water's edge, refrigerators with ice cream and soft drinks, cafes, restaurants and much more. Lifeguards are on duty on the shore and on the boat.
On the "Seven Mile" beach, you can completely get by with one towel. The sand almost does not heat up and you can lie on it without fear of burns. The hotel administration and local city services are responsible for cleanliness here.
For most people who prefer to actively travel the world, the enchanting Caymans remain the most desirable destination in the Caribbean archipelago. Luxurious barrier reefs attract divers from all over the world, like sweet soda on a hot day attracts bees.
Newlyweds come here to spend their honeymoon on the best sandy shores of the world, and parents with children come here to swim and feed wild stingrays. Which, by the way, are so accustomed to a person that purposefully sail for a treat in shallow water, almost like pigeons in a park. Nature lovers come here to walk through the 200-year-old mangrove forests, untouched by man.
The Caribbean islands have long been a haven for pirates and hunters of merchant ships carrying valuables from the New World to the Old. There are many unexplored bays and grottoes here, which means you have every chance to try your luck and look for treasures.
How to get to the Caymans
You can get to the Cayman Islands by plane, with a transfer in London. The path is not close and not at all cheap, but it's worth it. This pirate corner is beautiful at any time. Hotels welcome guests with great hospitality all year round.
No. 4. Seychelles
Fourth place in the ranking of "The best beaches in the world" is occupied by the Seychelles. 115 mysterious pieces of sushi scattered around Indian Ocean off the east coast of Africa. Looking from a great height, it seems that these are small pearls scattered over light blue silk.
The sand here is really close in color to mother-of-pearl. And from coast to coast it takes on a different shade. Seychelles are easy to recognize by massive boulders near the water.
Many islands of the archipelago are uninhabited, so finding your secluded corner is more than possible. The port of Mahé has a huge selection of yachts and small boats, making it easy to explore the area. But do not flatter yourself, you will be accompanied by huge sea turtles and colorful birds, which live in large numbers in tropical thickets. Keep your camera handy and be prepared for unexpected encounters.
Anse Source d'Argent Anse Source d` Arzhan ( Anse Source d'Argent, located on the island of La Digue (La Digue Island), is considered to be one of the best beaches in the world. It can hardly be called suitable for swimming, but in beauty it surpasses most of the famous beaches. Amazingly shaped rocks and huge boulders add mystery to the coastline.
Photographers love Anse Source d'Argent. Every photo of this place becomes a masterpiece. It is believed in the press that it is the coast of the island of La Digue that is the most photographed in the world. Coming here, you can be sure that each photo will be a work of art and can easily decorate the walls of a room or become a favorite screen saver that reminds you of an unforgettable trip.
The best hotels on Anse Source d`Argens provide high quality service. Do not hesitate - here no one and nothing will interfere with your rest. The Seychelles are very courteous and unobtrusive. If you are tired of the bustle and people, then the hotel employees will become invisible, just ask them about it. Fresh flowers and dinner in the room will appear unnoticed by your eyes.
How to get to the Seychelles
Most popular flights airlines Air France, Qatar Airways, Emirates with transfers in Paris, Doha, Dubai, respectively. The flight, on average, takes 13-15 hours. The cost of the trip is quite commensurate with a trip to Bali and Fiji.
Anse Source d'Argent beach No. 3. Marietas Islands
The Marietas Islands (Las Marietas) do not have exotic plants, rare birds or centennials sea turtles. Pirates did not hide treasures here and there are no luxury hotels. But one look at Playa del Amor is enough to exclaim " best beach peace!"
Marietas is a chain of flat land areas, of volcanic origin, covered with bright green grass. The place itself is amazing. a natural phenomenon. On the edge of one of the islands there is a gaping hole in which azure water splashes and snow-white sand flashes. “Secret Beach – this is the name Playa del Amor is known to tourists and photographers all over the world.
According to rumors, Playa del Amor was not formed as a result of natural processes on the surface of the earth. The Mexican government has used the archipelago as a testing ground since the 1900s. The military systematically carried out underground explosions, as a result of which grottoes and caves were formed.
The scientist Jacques-Yves Cousteau in the 60s conducted great job to stop the destructive human activity on Marietas. In 2005, the landfill area became a national park. Today you can swim, dive and enjoy the sun here.
It can only be reached by a long tunnel that connects it with Pacific Ocean. The dome of the tunnel is about 2 meters above the water level. A kayak or kayak will allow you to swim freely to one of the best beaches in the world.
How to get to Marietas
With at least two transfers, American Airline and Iberia will take you to Puerto Vallarta, Mexico. From where you can book a boat or speedboat to get to Playa del Amor. The road will take a long time and will be really expensive, but the incredible feeling of swimming through a rock tunnel and swimming on one of the best beaches in the world is worth more than any money.
No. 2. Bahamas
When people hear about the Bahamas, the first thing that comes to mind is a number of fantastic resorts and casinos such as Nassau, Paradise Island and Cable Beach. Yes, these are almost the best beaches in the world. The small island Harbor destroys all stereotypes. It is only 5.5 km long, and the width of this tiny part of the Bahamas is only 2.5 km. The main attraction of the atoll is Pink Sand Beach.
This is almost five kilometers of pink sand, located on east coast Harbor. The unusual shade of the coastline is given by the shells of the mollusk Foraminifera (foraminifera), which lives in large numbers in the ocean. Depending on the season, the coastal strip can become intensely pink, or vice versa, almost white with a slight pinkish tinge.
Protected from the oncoming waves of the Atlantic by a coral reef, the beach is ideal for relaxation. The energy of the place contributes to a relaxing pastime. The locals are provincially slow and friendly.
Cozy home hotels offer tourists luxurious accommodation. Breakfast - on an open terrace, allowing you to inhale the aroma of the morning breeze, dinner - surrounded by hundreds of candles on soft pillows near the water itself. Tourists prefer to dine in small restaurants, where the owner meets each guest and escorts them to the table.
However, do not confuse a laid-back "village" vacation with the pathos of luxury hotels, which abound on the beach. Evening dresses and tuxedos are a must-have dinner item for select guests. Celebrities love to relax on Pink Sand Beach: Keith Richards, Robin Williams, Susan Sarendon and many others. Glossy magazines adore photographs of models against the backdrop of pink sand.
How to get to the Bahamas
The nearest airport is on Governors Harbor Atoll. It accepts only small planes of local airlines. Therefore, you will have to fly here with at least two transfers through the Bahamian capital of Nassau and New York. The road will take at least 20 hours, but you should definitely see Pink Sand Beach.
No. 1. Philippine Islands
Can you imagine standing ankle deep in powdered sugar? Unlikely. This can become a reality if you travel to the Philippines. More than 7,000 islands, scattered over 2,000 kilometers between Indonesia and Taiwan, are waiting for you.
One of them is called Boracay. Its main feature is blinding white and fine sand on one of the many beaches. It ranks first in our ranking of "the best beaches in the world".
The best beach in the world, White Beach, surprises with the contrast of bright tropical greenery and snow-white coastal strip. For this reason, the sand almost does not heat up and it is very pleasant to walk on it barefoot. This is a public place open to the public. Everything is very democratic and accessible.
There is a strict official ban on any wheeled vehicles and an unofficial ban on shoes. She's not needed here. Just keep in mind that white sand reflects the sun's rays much more strongly, which means you can't do without sunscreen and good sunglasses on the best beach.
The water is so clear that it resembles a mineral water. Coral reefs are located a short distance from the coast, so it is better to get there by boat. Diving in the Philippines is very interesting, but it doesn't hurt to be careful. One of the most dangerous living creatures in the world, the Sea Wasp jellyfish, is found here.
The temperature allows you to swim even after sunset, but tourists and locals dedicated to something completely different. Boracay is the nightlife capital of the Philippines. All best bars, clubs and discos are open for tourists until the morning. This diversity of White Beach features makes it the best beach in the world by any measure.
How to get to the Philippines
There is no airport on Boracay, but just a couple of kilometers away on the neighboring island is Godofredo P. Ramos Airport, better known as Caticlan. Some 15 hours, and you can enjoy the best beach in the world, standing ankle-deep in “powdered sugar”.
Popular and idyllically secluded, wild and equipped with everything you need for a quality holiday. Those that will appeal to a tireless traveler, a risky athlete, a responsible family man, an incorrigible romantic or a couple in love. What are the best beaches in Europe?
Plage de Palombaggia (Plage de Palombaggia)
The most famous and best beach of Corsica is located in France, in the city of Porto-Vecchio, on the southeast coast. The two-kilometer coastline of fine golden sand is surrounded by mountains and a pine forest where you can hide from the hot rays of the sun. It is a paradise with clear turquoise water, pink porphyry boulders, national color and a wide range of activities, including boat trips to the islands of Cerbicales and Lavezzi. People often come here with children - parents like the cleanliness of the beach and smooth slopes to the water.
Elafonisi (Elafonisi)
A fabulously beautiful beach with pink sand is the decoration of the island of the same name and the whole of Crete. You will find it in the southwest of, visiting the snow-white stone monastery of Panagia Chrysoskalitissa along the way. Since Elafonisi is located in a protected area, there are only the most necessary things on the beach - sunbeds and umbrellas, showers and toilets, small cafes. But at the service of vacationers, the crystal clearness of warm water and the coast, which, due to tiny fragments of shells, sea shells and corals, becomes either pale peach or purple.
Spiaggia dei Conigli (Rabbit Beach)
The beach, located on the Italian island of Lampedusa (south of Sicily, between Malta and Tunisia), has been repeatedly recognized as one of the most beautiful not only in Europe, but on the entire planet. You can get to it only by sea, but the remoteness from civilization, impressive landscape, abundance of coral reefs, gentle sand and amazingly colored water are worth it. Spiaggia dei Conigli attracts connoisseurs natural beauties, diving enthusiasts and those who are looking for an opportunity to relax and have fun.
Playa de ses Illetes (Playa de ses Illetes)
The beach, which is located on the quietest of the Balearic Islands, Formentera, can be reached by ferry from Ibiza, breaking the road from the port by car or bicycle. A protected place will act as a reward - a beautiful beach with silvery sand and pale blue waters mediterranean sea. There are always a lot of people here, so regulars recommend spending time on a yacht. In terms of infrastructure development, Formentera is inferior to Mallorca, Menorca and Ibiza, but there are many good hotels and fish restaurants near Playa de ses Illetes.
Cala Mariolu (Cala Mariolu)
Mariolu Bay is located 50 km from the Gennargentu National Park with mountain lakes and snow-capped peaks. A small Italian beach surrounded by brutal cliffs is reached by boat or private boat, which regularly leaves the port of Cala Gonone (a seaside town in Sardinia). This tropical idyll is remembered for its smooth white marble pebbles - on the shore it seems pink, and shimmers in millions of shades in the water. It is quite shallow here, so vacationers often take their children with them.
Falesia (Falesia)
The rating of the best beaches in Europe is hard to imagine without this site. south coast Portugal. The main advantages of the beach are a small number of visitors, fine sand and picturesque coastal cliffs of all shades of ocher, sheerly descending to the ocean. Its turquoise waters and clear skies are a luxurious setting for endless layers of rock cut. Add to this the transparent air, purified by sprawling pine crowns, perfectly heated water, many bays for secluded relaxation, walking distance to hotels and transport stops.
Iztuzu (Iztuzu - Turtle Coast)
Spiaggia della Pelosa (Pelosa)
beautiful beach on the shores of the Gulf of Asinara in Sardinia - a landmark of the city of Stintino, surrounded by cozy hotels and villas. This is one of the best sandy beaches in Europe with azure sea water, shallow depth and advanced infrastructure - sun loungers, umbrellas and boats are offered for rent, and local restaurants and cafes invite you to have a delicious lunch. The surrounding islands protect the Spiaggia della Pelosa from strong winds, so a pleasant holiday in the European Caribbean is guaranteed at any time of the year.
Praia Da Rocha (Praia Da Rocha)
The most famous Portuguese beach is located in. It is famous for its long and wide sandy strip, surrounded by rocks of incredible shapes. The entire beach infrastructure is located on comfortable wooden paths, and hotels, bars, cafes, restaurants, discos and casinos are open along the road that goes around the embankment. The ocean is mostly calm and warm, the coast has everything you need for volleyball, football and basketball matches. Praia Da Rocha is a real holiday for those who are in love with the lively atmosphere of Portugal and nature, which has preserved its originality on the edge of Europe.
La Concha (La Concha)
This sandy beach got its name from the Spanish word for "shell". It is its shape that exactly repeats the bay of the same name. La Concha belongs to the city of San Sebastian and is a clear example of how perfect a vacation spot by the Atlantic Ocean can be - even in winter, when its waters are quite cool, you can meet swimmers here. You will find a beach of fine sand and peaceful views between the fishing port and the rocky outcrop of Pico del Loro, behind which is Ondaretta Beach.
Fig Tree Bay Beach
If you find yourself in the southern part of Cyprus, be sure to visit the beach in Fig Tree Bay. It is located in a small resort village Protaras, part of the Paralimni community of the Famagusta region. Fig Tree Bay Beach pleases with the cleanliness of the beaches and excellent conditions for children's recreation, soft sand of a strikingly light shade and well-thought-out infrastructure - changing houses, sunbeds with umbrellas and polite staff. Not far from the beach there is an ancient fig grove that blooms in spring and fills the air with marvelous aromas.
Kleftiko (Kleftiko)
