There's nothing better than relaxing by a beach on holiday . Just think of a cocktail in hand, hearing the waves in the background and soaking up some vitamin D. But where in Europe would you recommend as the best beach? Well, travel insurance experts at Quotezone.
co.uk have created the 2024 European Beach Index to help travellers find their ideal beach destination. The index ranks 10 popular European beaches based on factors such as the sea and air temperature, five-star reviews, average daily costs and the height of the waves.
Greg Wilson, CEO and travel insurance expert at Quotezone, said: “Travellers seeking the perfect summer getaway will be searching for destinations where they can soak up the sun and relax on the beach without worrying about big waves and cold temperatures. “Our team looked at 10 popular summer vacation destinations across Europe, ranking them on factors such as water and air temperatures, waves and five-star reviews. “Another factor we took into consideration was the average daily costs in each destination, including meals, transport and hotels, as many families are looking for budget-friendly vacations that won’t break the bank.
" 10. France A beach in Corsica, France came last in the ranking, largely due to its expensive food, hotel and transport expenses, costing travellers more than double compared to the cheapest destination. Most popular beach - Plage de Palombaggia, Corsica Average sea temperature in June - 21.
8 °C Number of five-star r.