Surprising Aussie beach crowned best in the world
An iconic Australian beach has been named the best in the world in a prestigious list of the most picturesque coastlines on the planet.
Each year, Condé Nast Traveler ranks the beaches from around the world to curate a list of 34 locations that every beach lover needs to visit.
In the top ten list, five beaches from both Australia and New Zealand feature, living up to the countries reputations of stunning coastlines.
With a “combination of leaning palm trees on powdery sand”, the publication crowned Palm Cove Beach as the best beach in the world, describing the spot in Queensland as “the epitome of a tropical paradise”.
Located north of Cairns, the publication shared that Palm Cove is relatively “crowd free” and home to a range of unique wildlife.
While many on social media were quick to agree with the winning location, others argued that there are beaches around Australia more deserving of the crown.
“The only way you rank Palm Cove as the best beach in the world is if you have never been to Palm Cove or don’t like beaches,” one wrote.
“Eyre Peninsula beaches leave Palm Cove for dead,” another added.
“Best beach if you don’t ever want to go in the water. What about all the magic in WA?” one questioned.
Check out the top 10 list of the world’s best beaches below.
10. Die Plaat, South Africa
9. Awaroa, South Island, New Zealand
8. Noosa Beach, Australia
7. Dune du Pilat, France
6. Mona Vale Beach, Australia
5. Ora Beach, Indonesia
4. Wategos Beach, Australia
3. Brekon, Shetland
2. Honopu Beach, Kauai, Hawaii
1. Palm Cove Beach, Australia
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