20 Most Beautiful Beaches in the World

Hanalei Bay, Kauai, Hawaii

A postcard-perfect Hawaiian beach, Hanalei Bay has captured the hearts of surfers, paddlers, bodyboarders and beach bums for years. Long renowned as one of the North Shore’s most gorgeous beaches, Hanalei Bay is a two mile crescent-shaped bay that cradles Hanalei River on the east and Waipa Stream on the west.

It’s a stunning view to behold, with the sea on one side and a backdrop of lush green mountains dotted with waterfalls. This enchanting place is worth scheduling an entire day, maybe two.