Irish seaside spot ‘perfect for swimming' with ‘calm waters' named one of best beaches in world – can you guess where?
Keem Beach in Mayo boasts beautiful white sands, adorable sea life and captivating views.
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Keem Bay has been ranked one of the best seaside spots in the world
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It's located on Achill Island, Co Mayo
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Located in the west of Achill Island, the Blue Flag Beach is a favourite spot among locals and tourists.
With its soft white sands, turquoise waters and steep slopes, beachgoers will feel like they have escaped to a far away paradise.
Keem Bay is a very popular spot for water sports and
Its perfect for walks and picnics as it's surrounded by plants,
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Ranking number 18 out of 50, the travel pros said the Irish spot is perfect swimming and discovering marine life.
They said: 'Along the lush green coast of County
'The beach itself is surrounded by grassy slopes, and its curved shape helps to protect beachgoers from the elements.
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'This Blue Flag Beach is perfect for swimming, offering calm waters that are full of rich and diverse marine life.
'The Bay was a former basking shark fishery, so even now you can see these gentle giants in and around the waters off Keem Beach.
The incredible Irish beach with bay filled with playful dolphins and boat trip
'If you want a quiet, secluded trip to the beach, then we highly recommend visiting Keem Beach.'
Movie fans may spot a major location that featured in the blockbuster Banshees of Inisherin.
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Brendan Gleeson's character Colm Doherty's house is found on Keem Bay.
Nearby sights to see include Moyteogue Head, Purteen Harbour and Achill Head.
To make it a stay to remember, there's a selection of B&Bs and holiday homes close by.
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One visitor said: 'Well worth the drive out here. The views all around are very good and hard to beat.
"You have a sense of being away from all the hustle of life.'
Another shared: 'Beautiful beach and amazing views from above the beach.
"Drive was adventurous thanks to roads and sheep! Weather was great when we went.'
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While a family added: 'It's a great beach but can get busy.
"There is a warden now who does his best to control the traffic and ensure sensible parking which is helpful.
"There are a couple of food vans in the lower car park so it is a bit commercialised but probably quite useful.
"The beach is excellent, good sandy area etc - and looks great.'
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Some scenes in The Banshees of Inisherin were filmed on Keem beach
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Keem Beach was ranker 18 out of 50
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