There are thousands of beaches in the world, and they all offer their own unique characteristics and quirks. If you’re a fan of travel influencers, you’ve likely seen on particular beach type that’s ...

Beaches are supposed to be golden. But when Mother Nature decides to show off, she gives us pink sand beaches. With their rosy hues and breathtaking backdrops, these rare coastlines are found in only ...

Padar Island, or Pada, is located within the Komodo archipelago of Indonesia. Indonesia is a great travel destination, but this remote island has been highlighted as one of Indonesia’s hidden gems for ...

No rose-colored glasses are needed to enjoy these stunning stretches of sand. You may have heard of white and black sand beaches, but what about shores with pink sands? Though rare, several countries ...

Most beaches have sand that’s pale, soft, and familiar. But some beaches stand out because of their sand color.

From a pink-sand beach in Greece to an Indonesian shore with a rocky outcrop resembling a T-Rex, discover the stunning spots that made Tripadvisor’s ‘Best Beaches’ list in 2025. We’re in the final ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. I cover travel, specializing in adventure and the great outdoors. Great beaches usually have a few things in common—powdery soft ...