Top 10 : Beach

	Caladesi Island State Park, Clearwater, Florida A 100 percent natural island midway down the state on the Gulf Coast, Caladesi has white sand and has been ranked as one of the top beaches in the United States. The beach can only be reached by boat from Honeymoon Island State Park. Swimming is permitted. The park also offers fishing, a 3-mile kayak trail, picnic areas, hiking, snack bar and gift shop. Park entry fees are very reasonable and usually by the carload. Honeymoon Island also offers a pet beach where dogs are welcome. This is a favorite spot for families.
	Coast Guard Beach, Cape Cod, Massachusetts This beach ties into the Cape Cod National Seashore. The website offers a beach cam so that potential visitors can get a look at the beach and what is going on at any given time from 5 a.m. to 8 p.m. all year or view the last 10 images from the cam. Surfers will appreciate the ticket that details current surf conditions. Coast Guard Beach is a national top 10 beach. The beach goes miles and has dunes. Since the beach is a national park, rangers give tours and there are hikes in the area. In the summer, enjoy swimming, surfing and boogie boards.
	Datai Beach, Langkawi, Malaysia Northwest of Langkawi Island, Datai Beach is off the beaten path but wroth the extra effort of getting to the sandy beaches. Golfers will love the exclusive golf course. Jungle trails take visitors to Datai Beach, looping through the trees and a crocodile farm. The water is known for being clear and fish are easily seen in the shallows. Pictures do the beach far more justice than mere words, so be sure to check out the gorgeous photo gallery. The sands are white and very pristine. Several resorts on the island cater to guests and offer many amenities.
	Hamoa Beach, Hawaii Let's travel for a minute to the black sand beaches of Hawaii. We're on Maui at the Hamoa Beach, where the sun seems to set a little bigger and the water seems a little bluer. The public beach is located outside Hana. The beach was voted one of the favorite beaches in Hawaii and it's no wonder with the abundant plant life and sea cliffs surrounding the beach. Surfing on this beach is dangerous but swimming is okay during certain seasons. There is no lifeguard on duty but there are public restrooms and picnic areas. Sign up for a free newsletter to stay updated about Maui and her beaches.
	Ipanema Beach, Rio, Brazil A 60s song features the beach and Ipanema is known to set the trends in beach wear from the tanga bikini on. Surrounding the 2 kilometers of white sand is an urban sprawl of shopping and chic night clubs and popular restaurants. On the weekends, the town shuts down the roads along the beaches and visitors travel on foot turning the area into a hectic hub of activity. The visitors bureau also links to many different businesses, including hotels and tour companies that will help you plan your Ipanema Beach vacation.
	Maroma Beach, Mexico 30 minutes from Cancun, Maroma Beach is located off the Yucatan Peninsula. Quieter than some of the hustle and bustle, touristy beaches, Maroma has white sands brushed by blue water. The summer season is fairly warm, but still mild enough to be enjoyable. There are several different hotels and resorts in the area and many luxury suites available for those wanting to be truly pampered. In addition to hanging out on the beach, travelers can enjoy horseback riding, golf water sports and hiking. Be sure to look over the travel tips before you take your trip to Maroma Beach.
	Natadola Beach, Fiji The white sand beaches on the main Fiji island of Viti Levu was voted one of the top 10 beaches in the world and it's no wonder with the soft sand and amazing surf. There are as many activities as there are interests and every visitor is certain to find something that strikes his or her fancy. The beach is about 40 minutes from the airport and is very private and intimate because of the limited number of guest suites at the resort. The beach is approximately 2 kilometers long.
	Newquay, UK Newquay is known as the "coast of dreams" and it's not hard to see why. The beach setting is an eclectic mix that reminds one of beaches from all over the world. In addition to the rock pools to explore and the sandy beaches to stroll, there is hiking, golf and walking. Newquay has an active night life that keeps the excitement rolling even after the sun goes down. The website offers a Newquay travel guide that can be downloaded free of charge on the website to help you plan your trip and find the perfect hotel or resort.
	Pink Sands, Harbour Island, Bahamas Fodors and other travel guides consistently rate the beaches on Harbour Island among the world's best beaches. Harbour Island features three and a half miles of beautiful and unique pink sand beaches. The best mode of transportation while on the island is golf carts, which will get visitors easily from point A to point B. In additional to luxurious hotels and resorts, there are vacation rentals available throughout the year. It seems that Harbour Island is loved by many including the Miami Heat basketball team who has worked to bring programs to the youth on the island.
	Surfer's Paradise Beach, Australia Millions of visitors head to this beach on Australia's Gold Coast to swim, snorkel and surf. Surfer's Beach is like Orlando on oceanfront property. Activities are widely varied and include everything from hanging out on the beach to hitting the local amusement parks such as Sea World. Night comes to life with local clubs and a casino. Surfers love this beach and others along the Gold Coast for the gnarly waves. Vacationers who don't want to surf will find plenty of other activities to stay occupied for days on end.