We might be in the depths of winter right now, but summer, and its significantly warmer temperatures, aren’t that far away. And if you’re ready for all things beach—lots of lounging, turquoise water, and endless sunshine—now’s the time to plan your next coastal getaway. Need some destination inspiration? Look no further than The World’s 50 Best Beaches’ Best of the Best list.
Billed as the “Hall of Fame of beaches,” the list is a curation of all the beaches that have been named No. 1 on the travel website’s annual “The World’s 50 Best Beaches” rankings (plus a few others the judges believe deserve recognition). Eight beaches have climbed their way into the Best of the Best list—and only one is in Italy.
