Beach Tourism Discover Europe's 5 Best Beaches
Date of publication 02/08/2017
Elafonissi Beach, Crete, Greece
The sunny shores of Elafonissi Beach, a rare paradise in the remote southwestern corner of Crete, beg to be explored. Fringed with pink sand caused by the breakdown of crushed corals and shells over time, Elafonissi’s unique setting is a genuine Mediterranean treasure. Enjoy this wonder and stay in one of the Iberostar's hotels in Crete which offer everything visitors are seeking during their visit to the Greek island.
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Elafonissi Beach, Crete, Greece
The knee-deep and crystal clear waters of the lagoon make it possible to wade across the water to the island where a protected nature reserve lies, full of interesting rock formations and over a hundred species of plants. The exotic scenery and cool, shallow waters make Elafonissi one of the top beaches in beautiful Crete. A heaven for naturalists and beachgoers alike, Elafonissi delivers an undeniably memorable experience for visitors of all ages.
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Sveti Nikola, Montenegro
Along the magnificent shores of the Adriatic, Sveti Nikola is one of the most striking jewels along Montenegro’s Budva Riviera. Only one kilometer from the charming old town of Budva, the uninhabited Sveti Nikola is Montenegro’s largest island, stretching two kilometers in length. While quite popular among visitors to Montenegro’s gorgeous coastline, most of the island still remains wild. And staying in our hotel with spa in Budva, you'll get the most of your holidays.
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Sveti Nikola, Montenegro
Boasting a remarkable landscape of soaring cliffs, lush greenery, and extraordinarily clean waters, Sveti Nikola is a fantastic option for a day trip from Budva. Here, visitors can sunbathe on the island’s three sandy beaches, swim in aquamarine waters, explore secluded coves, and admire rare bird species. Only accessible by boat, the island is just a short ride from Budva and a must-see for visitors on this unique coastline.
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Playa de Muro, Majorca, Spain
Majorca earns its name as one of Europe’s top dream destinations, and the spectacular Playa de Muro might just be Majorca’s best beach. Its picturesque coastline characterized by soft white sand and sparkling blue water provides a luxurious and relaxing escape into paradise. Perfect for long walks by the sea, its shallow waters also allow swimmers to wade quite far out beyond the beach.
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Playa de Muro, Majorca, Spain
The sun-soaked shore backed by a lovely pine forest makes Playa de Muro the ideal setting for sunbathing, swimming, or yoga getaways. And after unwinding a bit, visitors can choose from a variety of activities offered nearby. Between dolphin watching, water sports, horseback riding, snorkeling, and sailing, excitement is the only option on beautiful Playa de Muro.
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Playa de Bolonia, Cadis, Spain
Along the Strait of Gibraltar in the municipality of Tarifa and close to the coastal village of Chiclana de la Frontera, Spain, the wild and windswept shores of Playa de Bolonia offer much more than a paradise for sunbathers. Facing the Moroccan city of Tangier directly across the water, the beach forms part of Estrecho Natural Park, enjoying the preservation and tranquility that come with it. The largely undeveloped coastline of clear blue water and sugar-white sand forms one of Spain’s most pristine and untouched natural beaches. Iberostar has 2 greats hotels in Cadis where you will be taken care of in the best way possible.
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Playa de Bolonia, Cadis, Spain
Bolonia is well known for its beautiful sand dunes and also home to the Roman ruins of Baelo Claudia, one of the most important and well-preserved archaeological excavations on the Iberian Peninsula. And if ancient history and secluded shorelines aren’t enough, the wind and waves make Bolonia Beach a nice surfing spot for adventure seekers visiting this remarkable landscape of sand dunes and surrounding cliffs.
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Corralejo Beach, Fuerteventura, Spain
Once a simple fishing village, Corralejo now stands out as one of the most beautiful natural gems of Spain’s Canary Islands. Its transparent turquoise water and wide, unspoiled beach push up against the Dunes of Corralejo Natural Park, a protected area on Fuerteventura Island. The stunning scenery invites nature lovers to wander its isolated shores and admire unique landscapes. Iberostar offers the best hotels in Fuerteventura, where you can set your worries aside and enjoy a perfect few days’ rest.
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Corralejo Beach, Fuerteventura, Spain
With good conditions for a variety of water sports, adventure buffs will enjoy activities like surfing or windsurfing along the shores of Corralejo as well. For the nature lovers, a short ferry ride takes visitors to nearby Lobos Island, a nature preserve known for its impressive biodiversity just fifteen minutes from Corralejo. Offering activities for every type of beachgoer, Corralejo is an excellent destination that the whole family can enjoy.
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