Mykonos is world renowned for its beauty and Paranga Beach lives up to the island's reputation. This gorgeous stretch of waterfront features crystal clear water, amazing cliff views, and SantAnna-a luxury beach club complete with private cabanas just inches from the water.

Seven Mile Beach in Grand Cayman is well known for its transparent waters that barely move, its powder white sand, and its upscale vibe. While there's not a lot of scenery, you won't believe how clear the water is here until you see it for yourself.

Italy's gorgeous Amalfi Coast is stunning, but the town of Positano is quite possibly its crown jewel. The waterfront is made of pebbles, but the stacked houses, pink and purple flowers, and jaw-dropping mountain cliffs make the beach here worth a visit.

Railay Beach, which is near Krabi, Thailand, is only accessible by boat due to the limestone cliffs that cut it off from the rest of the world. Here you'll find towering hilltops, powder white sand, and waters ideal for snorkeling or swimming the day away.

There's a reason Shoal Bay in Anguilla shows up on nearly every list of best beaches in the world. This stretch of waterfront features the whitest sand you've ever seen, turquoise waters, few crowds all year long, and plenty of open space.

Navagio Beach on Zakynthos Island in Greece is only accessible by boat, but that doesn't keep the crowds away. Travelers come here by the hundreds to swim in the crystal-clear waters, observe the towering cliffs, and explore its famous shipwreck.

The British Virgin Islands is home to numerous jaw-dropping beaches, but one of the most famous is The Baths of Virgin Gorda. This peculiar stretch of sand features amazing views and giant boulders that provide the perfect place to relax-or to hide.

Grace Bay in Turks and Caicos has won numerous awards for its white sand and amazingly clear azure waters. Thanks to its beauty and its myriad five-star hotels, this beach is the ideal spot for a luxury vacation, snorkeling, or scuba diving.

Piha Beach sits west of Auckland in New Zealand and features black sand, dramatic mountain views, and tropical surroundings. Its giant waves make it ideal for surfing and other watersports. Meanwhile, its stunning rock formations and landscapes will leave you in awe.

Ora Beach in Indonesia is an oceanfront paradise with overwater bungalows, amazing mountain views, striking clear water, and lush greenery everywhere. This destination lets you enjoy beauty equivalent to what you'll find in the Maldives or Bora Bora for half the price or less.

Koh Lipe is an island paradise in Thailand located near the border of Malaysia, and its beaches don't disappoint. Here you'll find amazingly white sand, clear water ideal for snorkeling or scuba diving, tropical greenery, and surprisingly affordable hotels perfect for singles, couples, or families.

Pampelonne Beach is the most popular stretch of sand in St. Tropez, and for good reason. This beach is where you'll find celebrities, famous beach clubs, and super yachts with waterslides and helicopter pads. Bring your camera because you'll want to take a selfie to prove you were here.

Aruba's Palm Beach is brimming with high rise hotels and casinos, but water-lovers will delight in turquoise waters so clear you can hardly believe your eyes. Book a stay here if you love snorkeling, swimming, or standing in warm, crystal clear waters with a cold beer.

Barbados is an island that is stunningly wild and tropical, but it also boasts an array of upscale hotels and resorts. Visit Crane Beach for its luxurious resorts, its lush greenery, and some of the warmest waters in the Caribbean.

Tulum, Mexico is home to the same gorgeous beaches you see all along Riviera Maya in Mexico, but with a twist. This stretch of oceanfront also hosts Mayan ruins that were built in the 13th century, and you can see them from the beach below.

This Portugal beach features astounding rock formations, turquoise waters, and powder white sand. What more could you want? In all seriousness, Praia di Marinha is easily one of the most beautiful beaches in the world and definitely one of the most gorgeous in Portugal.

Rabbit Island is a tiny island off the coast of Italy, but that doesn't keep the crowds away. This beach features some of the whitest sand and best swimming conditions along the entire Mediterranean Coast. It's remote for sure, but the views are out of this world.

Located near Karon, Thailand sits Freedom Beach-one of the most gorgeous beaches in all of southeast Asia. This low-key beach is famous for its white sand, lush greenery, tranquil setting, and its horseshoe shape that ensures there are no waves.

Palombaggia Beach in Corsica off the coast of France offers something for everyone white sand, lush surroundings, and giant rocks that make it seem more rugged than it is. You won't believe how clear the waters are here, nor will you believe how few people even know this oceanfront paradise exists.

Bondi Beach in Sydney, Australia is one of the country's most iconic-and for good reason. The party vibe here makes it ideal for beachy cocktails or making new friends. Meanwhile, the giant waves bring in surfers by the dozen.

Sandy Island, Anguilla is a tiny private island just off the coast of Anguilla. There's not much to do here except enjoy the amazing views of Anguilla along with a cold drink and Caribbean lobster lunch. Funny enough, that's really the point.

Located on the island of Espiritu Santo in Vanuatu, remote Champagne Beach provides the perfect backdrop for a selfie. This beach offers a giant expanse of untouched natural beauty, ridiculously white sand, and waters so clear you won't believe your eyes.

While Maho Beach was ravaged during hurricanes Irma and Maria in 2017, it's still one of the most interesting in the world. The turquoise waters and white sand add allure, but the location of the airport is what draws people in. Here you can stand directly below giant jets as they arrive on the island at the adjacent airport.

Nissi Beach in Cyprus is world-renowned for its beauty, its many amenities for tourists, and its clear, clean waters. Here you'll find dueling beachfronts with a tiny stretch of sand in between, waters so motionless it hardly moves, and lush tropical scenery.

Pinney's Beach in Nevis is an oceanfront paradise that hardly anyone knows about. This beach is home to hotels, but it still feels practically abandoned and like you have the whole place to yourself. Its amazing views of nearby St. Kitts make it seem like heaven on Earth.

Rendezvous Beach in Anguilla features white powder, turquoise waters that look like glass, and shocking views of nearby St. Maarten. Take at seat the famous Sunshine Shack for tropical drinks and astounding views with hardly any crowds.

Marseille, France is gorgeous already, and Prado Beach offers the ideal way to spend a day here within feeling like you're in the city. This beach offers everything you would imagine in the South of France-stunning scenery, strikingly turquoise waters, an upscale Mediterranean vibe, and yes-men in speedos.