May 23, 2024 - Big 7 Travel Team
Beach clubs are a perfect addition to an already luxury trip away, and are popular across Spain and its Balearic and Canary Islands. But, what makes a beach club so popular? Is it the vibes each club exudes? The laid-back and relaxed atmosphere? The delicious food and drink served? The [...]
May 23, 2024 - Big 7 Travel Team
Beach clubs are a perfect addition to an already luxury trip away, and are popular across Spain and its Balearic and Canary Islands. But, what makes a beach club so popular? Is it the vibes each club exudes? The laid-back and relaxed atmosphere? The delicious food and drink served? The [...]
April 11, 2024 - Big 7 Travel Team
If you’re looking for some of the best beach clubs in the world, Ibiza is the place to be. With the glittering Mediterranean Sea, some of the world’s most delicious foods, and a famously excellent DJ scene, there’s a lot to love about Ibiza. And while there are some fantastic [...]
April 11, 2024 - Big 7 Travel Team
Mykonos is a strong contender when it comes to the most fun and luxurious beach clubs in the world. The island has gained a reputation for its nightlife and day parties, particularly amongst LGBTQ+ communities, and it’s the place to be for those who love a good time. From upscale [...]
April 11, 2024 - Big 7 Travel Team
Santorini is known for its stunning whitewashed buildings, iconic caldera, and jagged cliffs. But it’s not really known for having beautiful beaches. That being said, there are some idyllic and remote beaches on the island of Santorini that are home to even more beautiful beach clubs. It’s not considered a [...]
April 11, 2024 - Big 7 Travel Team
Looking for sun, beaches and nightlife? Do you want to swap the sticky dancefloor to feel the sand between your toes as you party the night away? We’ve got you covered with our guide to epic places for the best beach nightlife in Europe. [...]
September 16, 2023 - Big 7 Travel Team
When you think of beach hotels, you might not think of the UK. But there are some truly beautiful, unspoilt areas of the British Isles that would tempt even the most dedicated Spain-holidaymaker. Swap the sangria for a jug of Pimm’s and lean into the unpretentious beauty of a UK [...]
August 18, 2023 - Big 7 Travel Team
When you think of the world’s best beaches, you might not think of Scotland. Places like Jamaica, Hawaii, and the Maldives – probably spring to mind, but Scotland? Not so much. While the lochs, mountain ranges, and castles are much explored, the beaches are a different story. But that makes [...]
August 8, 2023 - Big 7 Travel Team
The days of sippin’ on cocktails by the pool with a DJ blasting tunes seem pretty far away… But this new list of the most Instagrammable beach clubs in Europe has us craving a glam day by the pool. Pour Moi looked at which beach clubs are the most popular [...]
June 9, 2023 - Big 7 Travel Team
Goa is synonymous with its famous beach parties. The Indian state’s nightlife scene rose to popularity in the 1970s, particularly during the Northern Hemisphere’s colder months. That’s when you’ll find Goa at its busiest – there are parties, festivals, gigs, and markets on every night at this time. Goa might [...]
June 9, 2023 - Big 7 Travel Team
Barcelona – a melting pot of colourful architecture, mouth-watering tapas, romance, and culture. A place that strikes the perfect balance between a city break and a beach getaway. There’s something in the air in Barcelona during the hot summer days. It makes you want to pour a glass of fruity [...]
December 5, 2022 - Allie D'Almo
Dubai is renowned for its sky-high hotels, Michelin stars and rooftop statement pools, lesser so for its beaches. That’s a shame, because the UAE’s best-known emirate boasts miles of talc-white sand, lapped by the (mostly) tranquil Persian Gulf. While the region may not be able to compete with the likes [...]
November 15, 2022 - Big 7 Travel Team
Mexico is a top travel destination for people from all corners of the globe looking to indulge in the nation’s incredible food, vibrant culture and beautiful scenery. It’s quite hard to narrow down just seven things that Mexico is famous for, but we did it. The country is literally bursting [...]
October 19, 2022 - Big 7 Travel Team
Madeira and the Azores are two beautiful volcanic archipelagos, rich in wildlife and culture. Both destinations are autonomous regions of Portugal but the two offer wildly different holiday experiences. Not sure whether the Azores or Madeira is the right Portuguese island getaway for you? Take a look at our helpful [...]
October 19, 2022 - Big 7 Travel Team
Dreaming of a week or two on the glittering Turkish coast? Marmaris and Bodrum are two of the most popular resort towns in Turkey, thousands flock to the golden sands for a summer holiday each year. Although they’re both beautiful destinations on the west coast of Turkey, there are quite [...]
October 17, 2022 - Big 7 Travel Team
Nerja and Estepona are two of Andalucia's most popular sun-soaked towns. On the surface, they're pretty similar – both boast fabulous food, year-round sunshine and endless sandy stretches – but dig a little deeper and you'll discover they each sway to a very different rhythm. Unsure about which destination is [...]
August 4, 2022 - Melanie May
Playa del Carmen is a resort town along the Riviera Maya stretch of the Caribbean coastline on Mexico’s northeastern Yucatán Peninsula. The region is famous for its crystal clear, warm waters and proximity to the Mesoamerican Reef. This reef is home to 105 different types of coral and 262 species [...]
August 4, 2022 - Melanie May
Isla Mujeres is a Mexican island in the Caribbean Sea, 13 kilometres off the coast of Cancún on Mexico’s northeastern Yucatán Peninsula. This whole area is famous for its crystal clear, warm waters and Mesoamerican Reef. The Mesoamerican Reef is the world’s second largest barrier reef system (the Great Barrier [...]
August 1, 2022 - Melanie May
The Riviera Maya is a stretch of Caribbean coastline on Mexico’s northeastern Yucatán Peninsula. The region is famous for its crystal clear, warm waters and proximity to the Mesoamerican Reef. This reef is home to 105 different types of coral and 262 species of fish. There’s also a wide variety [...]
July 22, 2022 - Aleyna Yilmaz
Kauai is Hawaii’s ‘Garden Island’, thanks to the tropical rainforest that covers much of the island. And that’s a very accurate description – the island is blanketed in forests, palm trees, and majestic mountains. This makes incredible backdrops for some of the world’s most beautiful beaches. Kauai is world-renowned for [...]
July 20, 2022 - Allie D'Almo
From a national marine park to a tortoise sanctuary, Zanzibar boasts some superb snorkeling spots. Whether you’re looking for endless stretches of sugar-soft sands, shipwrecks or secret cays, you’re bound to find it in this colourful country. Looking for the best places for snorkeling in Zanzibar? We’ve rounded up the [...]
July 8, 2022 - Melanie May
Maui is the second-largest island in Hawaii and has a massive 120 miles (193 km) of coastline. The island has a rich marine life, which is why it is one of the best places to go snorkelling in Hawaii. However, there are also plenty of spots where you can just [...]
July 6, 2022 - Allie D'Almo
Roughly the same size as the UK’s Isle of Wight, Grenada is an eastern Caribbean chain of islands comprising Carriacou, Petite Martinique, and Grenada itself. But while it might be modest in size, there’s nothing remotely modest about its snorkeling scene. With more than 45 pristine white beaches, a dozen [...]
June 28, 2022 - Allie D'Almo
The largest and most-visited of the three Caribbean islands that make up the Caymans, Grand Cayman is best-known for its tax breaks but there’s much more to this idyllic island. Combining calm, clear waters, some of the best beaches in the world, pristine coral reefs and waters teeming with fish, [...]
May 18, 2022 - Allie D'Almo
Lesser known but no less appealing than most Caribbean islands, Turks and Caicos is a peaceful archipelago made up of 40 idyllic islands. The islands are located south of the Bahamas, fringed by shallow reefs, sprawling beaches and secret cays. Of the country’s 40 islands, only eight of them are [...]
April 18, 2022 - Allie D'Almo
The Dominican Republic is best known for its fly-and-flop holidays, but there’s plenty to keep active holidaymakers happy too. Unsurprisingly, snorkeling is a popular pastime in the Dominican Republic. While the Atlantic coast is characterized by harsh currents and rough sea, the Caribbean coast is all calm and clear waters, [...]
April 4, 2022 - Allie D'Almo
Between its powder-white sands, ancient ruins and sparkling sea, Tulum is easily one of Mexico’s favourite beach destinations. Add to this year-round sunshine, dozens of secretive cenotes (sinkholes) and a cluster of nearby islands, and it isn’t hard to understand its popularity as a snorkeling destination too. Snorkeling in Mexico [...]
January 24, 2022 - Allie D'Almo
Hawaii’s third-largest island Oahu is a picture-perfect paradise. Known as the ‘Gathering Place’, it’s home to the state’s colourful capital of Honolulu, Pearl Harbour and the world-famous Waikiki Beach. The island itself is made up of two overlapping volcanoes, known as a volcanic doublet, which (unsurprisingly) makes for some staggering [...]
November 22, 2021 - Allie D'Almo
The Bahamas boast some of the best beaches and reefs in the world, from pink sandy stretches to rocky outcrops ringed by rich marine life. If you’ve got snorkeling in mind, you’re in the right place. The seas surrounding the Bahamas 700+ islands are bursting with tropical fish and kaleidoscopic [...]
September 2, 2021 - Melanie May
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August 10, 2021 - Allie D'Almo
With close to 2,000 km of coastline, a mild year-round climate and a long swell window, Portugal is a surfers paradise. It’s a good option for surfers of all levels too, with friendly white water for wide-eyed beginners and plenty of gnarly point breaks for the pros. Add to this [...]
August 4, 2021 - Allie D'Almo
It doesn’t matter how beautiful Rome is, there’s only one place you want to be on a blisteringly hot day in August and that’s certainly not the Colosseum. When the temperatures soar – often creeping up to 40°C – everyone heads to la Spiaggia (the beach). Given the Eternal City’s [...]
August 1, 2021 - Big 7 Travel Team
With 7,723 miles of coastline from Cornwall to John o' Groats, this vast and diverse coastline is cluttered with stunning wild-life, marine life and nature and amongst this extensive shoreline lie many concealed and secluded hidden beaches. [...]
August 1, 2021 - Big 7 Travel Team
With 7,723 miles of coastline from Cornwall to John o' Groats, this vast and diverse coastline is cluttered with stunning wild-life, marine life and nature and amongst this extensive shoreline lie many concealed and secluded hidden beaches. [...]
August 1, 2021 - Big 7 Travel Team
With 7,723 miles of coastline from Cornwall to John o' Groats, this vast and diverse coastline is cluttered with stunning wild-life, marine life and nature and amongst this extensive shoreline lie many concealed and secluded hidden beaches. [...]
February 23, 2021 - Melanie Hamilton
Turkey is world famous for its delicious Mediterranean fares, ancient ruins and vibrant culture. But did you know it is also home to some of the Mediterranean’s most picturesque beaches? We’re talkin’ a million shades of turquoise, honey-hue sands and gorgeous cliff strewn shores galore. Whether you’re more of a [...]
February 21, 2021 - Melanie May
Greece is famous the world over for its picture-perfect, idyllic sandy beaches. In fact, many Greek beaches are regularly rated as the best beaches in the world. Whether you are looking for a secluded cove or a party paradise, Greek beaches are remarkably diverse. Therefore, you are sure to find [...]
February 5, 2021 - Big 7 Travel Team
With 7,723 miles of coastline from Cornwall to John o' Groats, this vast and diverse coastline is cluttered with stunning wild-life, marine life and nature and amongst this extensive shoreline lie many concealed and secluded hidden beaches. [...]
November 19, 2020 - Melanie Hamilton
Are you dying for a picturesque beach vacation but don’t want to break the bank? It may seem difficult, but there are plenty of cheap beach vacations around the globe. From tranquil turquoise waters framed by strange rock formations in Thailand to a charming Greek island, we promise there are [...]
November 5, 2020 - Melanie Hamilton
Looking for a place where you can enjoy the sun, sand and waves without the confines of a bathing suit? While going nude in public is still out of bounds in most places, there are a few where it’s the norm. From full-on naturalist colonies in the South of France [...]
September 13, 2020 - Big 7 Travel Team
Perched on England’s stunning southwest coast, the county of Devon is home to the prehistorical Jurassic Coast, the windswept and romantic Dartmoor and Exmoor National Parks, and elegant English Riviera locations like Brixham, Torquay and Paignton. This beautiful part of the world attracts hordes of visitors from the rest of [...]
August 21, 2020 - Big 7 Travel Team
Portugal’s Algarve is blessed by vertiginous cliffs, verdant valleys, charming coves, beautiful bays, and awesome Atlantic waters skirted by beautiful beaches ̶ it’s a magnet for millions of tourists from around the world. [...]
August 17, 2020 - Sarah Clayton-Lea
We love white, golden sandy beaches as much as anyone, but there’s something pretty special about a beach that’s a different colour. These colourful sand beaches around the world range from pastel-pink shores in Greece to striking black sand in Iceland. [...]
July 28, 2020 - Big 7 Travel Team
Britain isn’t the world’s biggest island nation, but its coastline packs a punch nevertheless – it’s 31,368km long (including islands) and crams millions of years of geological and social history into every nook and cranny. [...]
July 28, 2020 - Big 7 Travel Team
Australia has over 30,000 miles of coastline caressed by some of the world’s most beautiful beaches. [...]
July 28, 2020 - Big 7 Travel Team
Australia has over 30,000 miles of coastline caressed by some of the world’s most beautiful beaches. [...]
March 3, 2020 - Melanie Hamilton
With 71% of the Earth’s surface being water, there is an infinite number of beaches to explore. While some are known for their volcanic rocks, towering palm trees or colourful corals, we went on a hunt to find the ones with the cleanest most transparent waters. From Japan‘s Zamami to [...]
December 28, 2019 - Sarah Clayton-Lea
Whether you’re seeking a sandy stretch that feels like it’s your alone, hidden bays or buzzing party spots, we have all the top spots when it comes to the very best beaches in Spain. [...]
December 28, 2019 - Sarah Clayton-Lea
Whether you’re seeking a sandy stretch that feels like it’s your alone, hidden bays or buzzing beach bars, we have all the top spots when it comes to the very best beaches in Italy. [...]
December 28, 2019 - Sarah Clayton-Lea
Whether you’re seeking a sandy stretch that feels like it’s your alone, hidden bays on tropical islands or buzzing party spots, we have all the top spots when it comes to the very best beaches in the Caribbean. [...]
November 27, 2019 - Sarah Clayton-Lea
Whether you’re seeking a sandy stretch that feels like it’s your alone, hidden bays on tropical islands or buzzing party spots, we have all the top spots when it comes to the best beaches in the Philippines. [...]
November 21, 2019 - Sarah Clayton-Lea
Whether you’re seeking a sandy stretch that feels like it’s your alone, hidden bays on tropical islands or buzzing party spots, we have all the top spots when it comes to the best beaches in Thailand. [...]
November 15, 2019 - Sarah Clayton-Lea
Whether you’re seeking a sandy stretch that feels like it’s your alone, hidden bays on tropical islands or popular resorts, we have all the top spots when it comes to the best beaches in Myanmar. The country has over 2,000 km of coastline, so there’s some beautiful beaches here. [...]
November 4, 2019 - Sarah Clayton-Lea
Planning a seaside getaway? You’ve come to the right place, as the very best beaches in Indonesia are some of the most beautiful in the world. Whether you’re travelling as a family, in a couple or solo, these are the beaches that will win you over with crashing waves and [...]
October 22, 2019 - Elizabeth Thorn
If you’re planning a trip to just in time to enjoy summer, then you’re in luck. Both Cape Town and Johannesburg are slated to be super hot travel destinations in 2020, but there are so many other things to do in this beautiful country that you might not even [...]
October 19, 2019 - Sarah Clayton-Lea
Whether you’re seeking a sandy stretch that feels like it’s your alone, hidden bays on tropical islands or buzzing party spots, we have all the top spots when it comes to the best beaches in Europe. [...]