Ready for summer? These 10 beaches are the best worldwide, according to Tripadvisor

Planning a beach vacation? You’re not alone.

Thirty-four percent of Americans preferred to go on a beach vacation destination according to a 2022 survey from 30a.com, a media channel about beach stories and eco-conscious content.

And Tripadvisor's 2024 Travelers’ Choice Award for Beaches, names and ranks the top 10 best beaches worldwide. These beaches receive a high volume of favorable reviews and opinions from the Tripadvisor community over a 12-month period.

Golden sands, rugged coastlines, clear blue waters—this year’s winning beaches are traveler faves for everything from lazy beach days to underwater adventure, says Tripadvisor.

Here are the top 10 beaches and the reasons why, according to Tripadvisor:

1. Praia da Fale?sia – Olhos de Agua, Portugal

This beach is known for its dramatic cliffs, golden sands, and sparkling blue waters where visitors can stroll along the scenic footpath on top of the cliffs and check out the incredible views.

2. Spiaggia dei Conigli – Lampedusa, Italy

Visitors to this beach are impressed with the blue waters and sunbathing on white sands while relaxing at this peaceful beach.

3. La Concha Beach – San Sebastian, Spain

This beach is perfect for families and is located in an iconic spot right in the city, and features a huge sandy shore with clear blue waters.

4. Kaanapali Beach – Lahaina, Hawaii, U.S.

At this beach, sunsets are amazing and offer travelers gentle waves, soft sand, blue waters, and great activities like swimming or snorkeling.

5. Grace Bay Beach – Grace Bay, Turks and Caicos

Vacationers can relax at Grace Bay Beach which features powdery-white sand and bright blue waters that offer swimmers a calm sea and water sports such as diving and snorkeling.

6. Anse Lazio – Praslin Island, Seychelles

This beach is surrounded by greenery and rock formations with soft white sand and unbelievably blue waters—perfect for swimming and snorkeling and offers visitors a beautiful sunset.

7. Manly Beach – Sydney, Australia

Manly Beach is surrounded by shops, and cafes, where vacationers can stroll along the long beach walkway and take in the panoramic views and water activities like swimming or surfing in the warm waters.

8. Eagle Beach – Aruba, Caribbean

This beach is great for families and features soft white sand, calm waves, spectacular sunset views and offers a relaxing beach day, with uncrowded beach spots.

9. Siesta Beach – Siesta Key, Florida, U.S.

The family-friendly beach delivers days with activities or relaxation on the white sand, where families can go swimming in the clear water, play some outdoor sports, or simply admire the sunset.

10. Varadero Beach – Varadero, Cuba

This picture-perfect beach has golden sand, turquoise-blue waters, gentle waves and stunning sunsets and offers visitors activities such as, snorkeling, or kayaking and fishing.

This article originally appeared on Asbury Park Press: Best beaches in the world 2024: Tripadvisor award winners