Share to Facebook Share to Twitter Share to Linkedin The 15 Most Beautiful Secret Beaches In Europe . The problem with many of the world’s most beautiful beaches isn’t that the sand isn’t powdery enough or that the water isn’t the right shade of turquoise—it’s that they’re too damn crowded. For those who seek more privacy, European Best Destinations recently released its list of the best beaches in Europe that the locals like to keep secret .

The new ranking includes six beaches in Greece, four in Spain and three in Portugal (including one that was once named the most beautiful beach in Europe). Pasjaca beach in Croatia was named Europe’s best secret beach for 2024. Why Cruise Fares Are About to Get More ‘Honest’ .

On July 1, the world’s largest cruise operators—Carnival, Norwegian and Royal Caribbean—began disclosing taxes, port fees and other mandatory charges on all cruises, no matter where they originate. This is a sea change for the cruise industry . Transparent pricing—which reveals all of the so-called “junk fees”—will soon become the norm across the entire industry.

While overall fares will remain the same, cruise enthusiasts will now be able to see the entire cost of a voyage before booking. This is the published version of Forbes’ Passport newsletter, which offers a first-class guide to luxury travel. Click here to get it delivered to your inbox every Friday.

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