In Australia we are spoiled for choice of pristine beaches and especially here on the West Coast! During my travels it has been hard to find beaches that measure up to our beautiful coastline.
I love being near the water whether it is swimming, snorkeling, being on a boat or having a game of beach cricket. It gives me a sense of calm and clarity. So it is only natural that when I travel I often find myself by the ocean.
Here are a few of my favourite coastal areas from around the world.
Phi Phi Island in Thailand
Phi Phi Island is just a boat ride away from Phuket and watching the cliffs appear on the horizon is magical. The water is crystal clear and a beautiful blue colour with plenty of marine life. It does however attract hundreds of visitors to it shore so if you are after a nice quiet beach this is not the place for you.
Mauritius
Mauritius is located in the Indian Ocean and the island has turquoise water and sandy beaches to relax on. There are plenty of resorts all along the island’s coast with beach access and gorgeous views.
Langkawi in Malaysia
Langkawi is a beautiful tropical island with magnificent beaches. There are 99 island in the region so island hopping is a must! This is the view from my hotel at Tanjung Rhu Resort and I don’t think I could ever get sick of looking at it.
Redang Island in Malaysia
Redang is one of the largest islands on the east coast of Malaysia and it offers excellent diving and snorkeling. Redang is one of nine islands that form a protected marine park. Staying at Berjaya Redang Island Resort we had access to a beautiful white sandy bay where we wasted the days away.
Zipolite in Mexico
Zipolite is a beautiful stretch of beach on the southern coast of Oaxaca state in Mexico. With strong currents swimming can be extremely dangerous and it is known as the beach of the dead as there are so many drownings each year. We respected the ocean, didn’t venture into deep water and just splashed around the shallows. It is still a nice place to hang out and as it has a hippie vibe and I love a bar on the beach with nothing but sand and a few hammocks. If you are on a budget there are many rustic cabins located on the sandy beach.
Greek Islands
With an extremely large amount of islands scattered in the Aegean and Ionian Sea how can this not be a favourite spot. Greece has an ideal climate, safe turquoise coloured waters and a diverse landscape. Every island has a different beaches such as sandy beaches, pebble beaches, dark coloured sand from volcanic soil. It is the perfect spot to island hop and enjoy all that is on offer.
Unfortunately on my travels I have seen so many beaches effected by pollution so please remember to leave a place cleaner than when you found it.
Do you have a favourite bit of coast?
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Beautiful coastal beach areas. I visited Phi Phi 20 years ago xx
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I imagine it would have been less crowded back then.
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Living ins Brisbane between both the Gold and Sunshine Coasts I too have very high beach expectations! I had not thought of Malaysia as a beach destination but your photos are beautiful! Another to add to the must-visit list!
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Yes we are very lucky to have such beautiful beaches!
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Wow! These are fantastic! Thank you for sharing your adventures with us!
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No problem, I am glad you enjoyed it.
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Yes, we Australians are spoilt for choice when it comes to beautiful beaches. We are lucky enough to have a range or stunning beaches less than 1km from where we live. It’s always lovely to check out the landscape in other countries too – because it’s different 🙂
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I took our beaches for granted until I went travelling overseas, we are lucky to live in such a beautiful country.
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Been to Phi Phi and Langkawi – Maldives is pretty stunning. I love Coffs and Esperance in Australia…
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I would love to go to Maldives, it looks amazing. Esperance is beautiful and it is sad that so many houses and lives have been lost recently with the fires.
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I am spoiled here on the Gold Coast with Burleigh Heads being one of the most gorgeous beaches in the world. But these are all excellent options. Thanks for linking up to #wednesdaywanderlust – please enjoy the break but feel free to join in each week on social media
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Thanks I will join your facebook page.
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Most photos I see of Phi Phi are simply overcrowded with tourists – you seem to have been there at a relatively quiet time! I miss the beaches of Okinawa. #WednesdayWanderlust
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Okinawa looks beautiful and hopefully I will get there one day. There are so many places to explore and so little time (and money)!
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great photos! # wednesday wanderlust
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Thank you
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Nice pics! I am in for any coastal areas with cliffs, sea stacks, arches or promontories. You have to visit Big Sur in California one day. The views are incredible for about 90 miles.
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Big Sur sure does look amazing! Hopefully one day I will get back to California.
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Phi Phi is the only one on your list that I have visited! Looks like I’ve got a few more places to add to mu ist!
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sorry… *my list!
Slight screen malfunction meant I couldn’t see what I was typing!
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I have a list a mile long of places I want to go too!!
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Beautiful photos. I love Wilsons Prom in Victoria – pristine beaches and stunning scenery.
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We are heading to Vic early next year so if I get time I will have to check it out!
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You should. It’s absolutely beautiful and you won’t regret it. Lots of wombats and wildlife there too as well as the stunning beaches.
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[…] Relax on the beaches in Mauritius […]
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[…] A previous Let Me Be Free post highlighted Zipolite beach in Mexico, which rivals world-famous shores like Phi Phi Island in Thailand or Langkawi Island from Malaysia. Zipolite is also a great choice for relaxation for the budgeted traveller. […]
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