Brits can enjoy a beach named the best in the world that boasts golden sand, stunning cliff-top views and surfers' waves - and it's just two hours from the UK. Many people are still in summer holiday mood and for anyone dreaming of an idyllic location then they should try Praia da Falesia in Portugal’s Algarve . Two hours away by plane, it has been named Tripadvisor’s best beach of the year.
It has been selected due to the quality and quantity of its reviews which have seen it knock Baia do Sancho, in Brazil , off top spot. And while many might be imagining the best beaches are all in the Caribbean or maybe the Seychelles - all top three beaches in the list are in Europe. Behind Praia da Falesia comes the amazing Spiaggia dei Conigli in Sicily, Italy, and then La Concha beach in Spain.
For those looking further afield then Grace Bay beach in Turks and Caicos was the highest ranking Caribbean spot at number five. There was no British beach unfortunately in the top 10 although Sandbanks in Poole did grab the gong for being the most sustainable in the world based on its waste disposal, water quality and eco-friendly transportation. “Golden sands, rugged coastlines, clear blue waters - this year’s winning beaches are traveller faves for everything from lazy beach days to underwater adventures,” stated Tripadvisor.
“The Travellers’ Choice Awards Best of the Best title celebrates the highest level of excellence in travel. It’s awarded to those who receive a high vol.