Are you a beach lover? Dreaming of your next sun-soaked escape without the hassle of long haul travel? Well the best beaches in the world for 2026 have been revealed. And lucky for you, the world’s sixth best beach lies just a quick one hour and 55 minutes flight from Singapore. According to Tripadvisor’s 2026 Travelers’ Choice Awards for the world’s top beaches, Banana Beach in Thailand’s Phuket is ranked as the #6 Best Beach Worldwide for 2026. The ranking highlights stunning destinations loved by travellers for their pristine sands, beautiful waters, and lush backdrops. Here’s what we know.
Which beaches top the world’s list in 2026?
These rankings are based on millions of reviews, celebrating destinations with exceptional reviews, over the past year. The #1 Best Beach in the world for 2026 is Isla Pasion Cozumel in Mexico, followed by Elafonissi Beach in Greece’s Crete at #2, and another Crete beach known as Balos Lagoon coming in at #3, and Aruba’s Eagle Beach and Praia da Falésia in Portugal rounding out the top 5.
Excitingly, Banana Beach is loved for its powdery white sand, crystal-clear waters with coral reefs perfect for snorkeling, and gorgeous jungle backdrop. The hidden gem, a quick hop from Changi Airport, offers Southeast Asia’s ultimate weekend getaway for surfing, beach massages, and fresh seafood dining.
Here are the top 10 beaches worldwide for 2026:
- Isla Pasion (Cozumel, Mexico)
- Elafonissi Beach (Crete, Greece)
- Balos Lagoon (Crete, Greece)
- Eagle Beach (Aruba)
- Praia da Falésia (Olhos de Agua, Portugal)
- Banana Beach (Phuket, Thailand)
- La Jolla Cove (San Diego, California)
- La Pelosa Beach (Sardinia, Italy)
- Manly Beach (Sydney, Australia)
- Boulders Beach Penguin Colony (Simon’s Town, South Africa)
Interestingly, Banana Beach is one of only two Asian beaches ranked on the list this year. The other beach is the very popular Nusa Penida’s Kelingking Beach in Indonesia at 16th place.
Overall, these beaches around the world offer diverse vibes and are perfect to put on your travel bucket list.
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