(Newswire.net — August 4, 2022) — Everyone places a lot of value on their holidays, and it’s no wonder that people want to have their time off be time spent well. Outside of the nine-to-five grind, there is a constant desire to shut the everyday world away and be able to enjoy the little moments of pleasure that are there to grab. However, surpassing the momentary bliss of the weekend, having a full-blown holiday is your time to let it all wash away and allow yourself to grab above the recommended size slice of paradise.
It’s your pure time to relax and focus on yourself. So, there’s no better use of that time than spending your holidays at the beach. The beach represents the epitome of the relaxing, sunbaking, unwinding kind of holiday – here are six of the cream of the crop in terms of beach holiday destinations.
The Whitsundays
The Whitsundays are one of Australia’s major tourist attractions, representing the best of what its beaches have to offer. The Whitsundays comprises over seventy islands off the coast of Queensland. Amongst simply being able to relax on the beach, you’ll be able to snorkel in the nearby Great Barrier reef, go on a Whitsundays sailing journey or take a helicopter tour of the islands.
If being laid back is your primary incentive, then there’s certainly no shortage of fine white sand and turquoise waters in the Whitsundays either. The region is also home to the Heart Reef, an instantly recognizable portion of the Great Barrier Reef that is known for its distinctive heart pattern.
Spain
Whilst Spain is a large and diverse country, it is also a country known for its beaches. With nearly 5,000 miles of coastline, Spain has beaches for every occasion – from families to adventurers, to those who simply want to relax.
One surprising fact is that Forum Beach, an artificially constructed beach located in Barcelona, was found to have a surprisingly high level of biodiversity with over 514 marine species. This is thought, in part, to be because of the stability brought upon the beach for having been artificially constructed.
The Maldives
The Maldives is a country made up of a group of islands, situated southwest of Sri Lanka in the Indian Ocean. The country is located close to the equator and thus enjoys warm weather throughout the year.
Some of the more unique adventures to be had in the Maldives are the various opportunities for exciting water sports along the water that will be sure to give you your yearly fix of adrenaline. This includes wakeboarding, kitesurfing, and even hydro-flight – a relatively new invention that involves the use of water jets to propel you into the air.
Hawaii
Though it may be one of the most cliched choices when it comes to beach destinations, there is definitely a reason why Hawaii is a go-to for so many people. Hawaii is known not only for its beaches, but also for its rainforests, volcanoes (two of which are active), and thriving culture. To ensure you experience all the best the islands have to offer, start with Oahu activities and tours where you can experience luaus, Pearl Harbor and more.
The food is fresh and distinctive with influences from around the world – Asian, European, and Polynesian roots all make Hawaiian food what it is today.
Hawaii also has several nature tours and hiking trails, if that happens to be your cup of tea. You’ll be able to see exotic wildlife, including many species of bird, and sea creatures such as dolphins and even whales!
Bali
A province of Indonesia, Bali is a bona fide tourist destination all in its own right. Bali’s culture is also wildly different from the rest of Indonesia’s – in terms of religion, whilst the rest of Indonesia is largely Muslim, the people of Bali are majority Balinese Hindu.
One novel experience in Bali is the ability to go wreck diving. You’ll be able to explore the wreck of the USAT Liberty, a United States army ship that was built in 1918 and sank in 1942. With sea life having reclaimed the wreck through time, the USAT Liberty’s wreck is a beautiful example of nature’s endurance.
French Polynesia
French Polynesia is an overseas territory of France, though one which possesses a high level of autonomy. Located in the South Pacific Ocean, thousands of kilometers from Australia to its West and South America to its East, French Polynesia is a cluster of over a hundred islands.
Tahiti, the largest of the islands, is a great location for surfers of all skill levels. However, for only the most advanced, Teahupoʻo is a village on the island’s southwestern coast known for having the largest waves in the world. With waves sometimes reaching ten to twenty feet tall, perhaps have a look at a couple of professionals tackle them instead.
Tahiti is also famous for its overwater bungalows, and premium accommodation that is situated right over the water of the island’s beaches.
With so many to choose from, it can feel like you’re barely scratching the surface of beach holiday destinations. However, know that wherever the destination is, when you can feel the white sand between your toes and can surround yourself with crystal clear water, then you’re definitely in the right place.