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Wales Online
30-04-2025
- Wales Online
Welsh beach named amongst top 50 in the world
Welsh beach named amongst top 50 in the world Three Cliffs Bay in the Gower has been named as one of the best beaches in Europe by over 1,000 travel professionals. The truly stunning Three Cliffs Bay is within walking distance of cottage and a very special neighbour to enjoy, whatever the weather. (Image: The Greenroom, Mumbles ) A beach in Wales has been named in the list of the Best Beaches in Europe, 2025, amongst iconic places such as Diamond Beach in Iceland, and the Blue Lagoon in Malta. Three Cliffs Bay, located on the Gower Peninsula in Swansea, Wales, is renowned for its dramatic natural beauty, featuring three distinctive limestone sea stacks, expansive sand dunes, salt marshes, and the Pennard Pill stream that meanders through the beach. Three Cliffs Bay at the Gower, Swansea. (Image: Beth Gavaghan ) It's beauty is now recognised across the world as The World's 50 Best Beaches crowned the Welsh beauty spot as the 50th best beach in all of superstar gigs to cosy pubs, find out What's On in Wales by signing up to our newsletter here . The much-loved beach has also been labelled as one of the UK's most photographed beaches and a favourite among nature enthusiasts and photographers. The World's 50 Best Beaches is an annual ranking compiled by 1,000 travel professionals, which include journalists, influencers, and beach experts. Article continues below The 2025 edition highlights some of the most breath-taking coastal destinations worldwide, evaluated based on criteria such as natural beauty, tranquillity, accessibility, and other unique features. Another UK beach featured include Kynance Cove, in Cornwall - praised for its "turquoise waters and serpentine rock formations." Three Cliffs Bay is located on the Gower Peninsula, which is a beautiful and historic region that was the first area in the UK to be designated as an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB) in 1956. The Gower is not only famous for Three Cliffs Bay, but for other beautiful beaches such as Rhossili Bay, Swansea Bay, and Oxwich Bay. Many of these beaches have fine golden sands, towering cliffs, and crystal-clear waters, making them perfect for walking, picnicking, and relaxing when the sun's out. Beaches like Rhossili are regularly listed among the best in the UK - but now we can say the Welsh coast is known as one of the best world-wide. Article continues below More on Wales' beaches Whether it's a summer day out, an autumn stroll or a seasonal dip there's so many beaches to choose from and we've hand-picked the best for you to visit this year. From Pembrokeshire's stunning coves and bays to the Llyn Peninsula, it's not easy deciding which area you should head for. Here are some of the public's favourites to check out, too and for all our latest beach content, click here.
Associated Press
29-04-2025
- Associated Press
The World's 50 Best Beaches 2025 Announced Following Survey of 1,000 Travel Industry Professionals
TORONTO, April 29, 2025 /PRNewswire/ - The World's 50 Best Beaches has released its highly anticipated annual list of the top beaches across the globe. The list is the result of a unique collaboration with over 1,000 of the world's leading travel influencers and professionals, including prominent names such as Terplanet, Sassychris, Pilot Madeleine, Missangievilla and others. Unlike any other ranking, The World's 50 Best Beaches is based on votes from its network of Judges as well as from over 1,000 vetted travel professionals - including industry experts and high-profile influencers. This ensures the ranking reflects real, on-the-ground expertise, not general reviews or popularity metrics. 'Our 2025 list is the result of countless days spent by our judges, Beach Ambassadors, and the World's 50 Best team exploring coastlines across the globe,' said Tine Holst, Co-Founder of The World's 50 Best Beaches. 'Our mission is to inspire travelers to go beyond the typical tourist hotspots and discover the kind of beach experiences they've always dreamed of—places that are truly breathtaking, peaceful, and unforgettable.' The World's 50 Best Beaches 2025 is a reflection of the collective expertise and travel experience of some of the most trusted voices in the industry. Beaches were evaluated across eight key criteria: unique characteristics, wildlife, untouched nature, natural soundtrack, ease of water entry, frequency of calm conditions, lack of overcrowding, and consistency of idyllic settings. The World's 50 Best Beaches team spent months consulting with top travel experts and influencers, aggregating their nominations and ranking the beaches based on both the volume of votes and how well each scored against the set criteria. By tapping into the direct experience and insights of those shaping the travel landscape, the list represents a truly expert-driven guide to the best beaches in the world. The full list of The World's 50 Best Beaches 2025 is available here: A list of the top Judges for The World's 50 Best Beaches is available here: View original content: SOURCE The World's 50 Best Beaches
Forbes
29-04-2025
- Forbes
The World's 50 Best Beaches For 2025, According To A New Report
Walking on Fteri Beach on the island of Kefalonia in Greece. Looking for the best beaches to visit in 2025? The hotly anticipated World's 50 Best Beaches has just announced its annual list—and the results will spark serious wanderlust. Unlike many other crowd-sourced rankings, this list is determined by votes from more than 1,000 travel industry professionals and influencers who know the world's coastlines best. Beaches were evaluated across eight criteria: unique characteristics, wildlife, untouched nature, natural soundtrack, ease of water entry, calm conditions, lack of overcrowding and consistency of idyllic settings. 'When searching for the best beaches in the world, we always have to consider what actually makes a beach great,' Tine Holst, cofounder of The World's 50 Best Beaches, told me in an interview. 'For our ambassadors, judges and the Beaches team, the answer often comes down to natural beauty, a sense of tranquility and places that spark an almost emotional response. ' Topping the 2025 list is Cala Goloritzé in Sardinia, Italy, a stunning stretch of coastline framed by soaring limestone cliffs. 'Cala Goloritzé feels like more than just a beach—its raw beauty has a way of touching you emotionally the moment you lay eyes on it,' wrote the editors of the report. Cala Goloritzé is perfectly preserved—it was named a natural monument in the 1990s, and it's not easy to reach. You have to hike here (a limited number of tickets are sold each day) or arrive by swimming from a boat moored 656 feet away. 'Our winner this year, Cala Goloritzé, stands out because important steps have been taken to limit daily visitors, and there is a clear sense of local pride in protecting its natural beauty,' says Holst. In fact, environmental conservation was a major factor in creating the report. 'With global tourism at an all-time high, it's also clear that beaches where meaningful steps have been taken to preserve the environment tend to stand out,' says Holst. 'Efforts to avoid overcrowding and over-commercialization truly make a difference, and that's reflected in how our community votes.' Cala Gabbiani beach in Sardinia, Italy—the world's best beach for 2025. In second place is Entalula Beach, a secret slice of paradise in the Palawan region of the Philippines that's accessible only by boat. 'This beach is less frequented than others in the area, offering visitors a chance to escape the usual tourist spots and truly immerse themselves in nature,' wrote the editors. Coming in at number three: Bang Bao Beach on Thailand's Koh Kood island, which feels worlds away from the country's other bustling islands. Adding to its charm is a nearby fishing village where visitors can stroll along a wooden pier and dine on fresh-caught seafood. 'Bang Bao Beach has all the elements of a perfect Thai beach, framed by lush jungle and very clear, shallow waters ideal for swimming,' noted the report. Greece's Fteri Beach—a secluded cove on the island of Kefalonia—takes the number four slot. It's accessible only by boat or a steep hike. Crystal clear lagoon waters on the atoll of Fakarava, French Polynesia. PK9 Beach—an untouched paradise within the UNESCO-protected Fakarava atoll in French Polynesia—rounds out the top five. It's known for its 'simple, serene beach perfection' and coral reefs loaded with tropical fish. Only one U.S. beach made the 50 best list this year: Siesta Beach on Siesta Key in the Florida Keys, which ranked at number 42. The editors called out its family-friendly vibe, lack of large-scale development and powdery sand. Made up of 99% pure quartz, the sand stays cool even in the summer heat. 'Often dubbed the 'world's finest, whitest sand,' Siesta Beach is a standout thanks to its gentle slope, calm waters and pristine surroundings,' wrote the editors. Siesta Key, Florida—the best beach in the U.S. Some beaches stood out not just for beauty, but for their sheer uniqueness. At number 13 is Pink Beach in Indonesia's Komodo National Park, where the sand takes on a striking blush color thanks to crushed red coral mixing with the white grains. The Caribbean region had a strong showing this year, with nearly a dozen beaches across the area making the list. Canto de la Playa in the Dominican Republic ranked as the top beach in the region—and number six overall. The authors of the report called this beach set on Saona island 'one of the Caribbean's best-kept secrets.' Meanwhile, perennial favorite Grace Bay in Turks and Caicos claimed the number 10 spot. 'It remains a textbook example of Caribbean beauty,' the report noted. Stretching for miles along the coast of Providenciales, the beach has soft, powdery white sand and vivid turquoise waters, protected by a coral reef about a mile offshore. The countries with the most beaches on the list this year were Greece and Australia, with three beaches each. Several new destinations broke onto the list this year, including Madagascar, Yemen, Antigua & Barbuda, Sri Lanka, Costa Rica, Tanzania, France, Ireland and the Maldives, as well as overseas territories American Samoa, the British Virgin Islands and Bonaire. 'We're incredibly excited to have so many new and truly unique destinations featured on this year's list. This is the highest number of new countries we have included in a release so far,' says Holst. Holst says there were some surprises, too. 'We are surprised with how many unique and lesser-known beaches beat out some beaches which have been included regularly on our lists in the past—like Tulum in the Riviera Maya, Iceland''s beaches, as well as Hawaii not having a beach included this year,' she says. And if you want to see the best of all time, you can check out the hall of fame with winners from past lists, including Trunk Bay in St. John (USVI), Cala Mariolu in Italy, Lucky Bay in Australia, Navagio Beach in Greece, Whitehaven Beach in Australia, Maya Bay in Thailand, Hidden Beach in the Philippines and Honolu Beach in Hawaii. Read on for the full list—and pack your swimsuit. A new report ranks the best beaches in the world for 2025. Pictured here: Koh Kood in Thailand.
