We can all agree that after months of polar vortexes and a Winter that refused to quit, the idea of hitting the beach sounds pretty terrific, right? Well, we’re almost there. The feeling of freedom and relaxation that instantly hits you when you taste the salt in the air, see the waves roll onto the shore and the meditative sounds of a soft whistling wind is enough to cure the stresses of a long day or a bad mood. Start planning your tropical getaway now—these are the best beaches in the world. And here is the second part of the Best Beaches in the World.

Praia Dona Ana, Portugal

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Anse Source d’Argent, Seychelles

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Rhossili Bay, Wales

Gower, South Wales, UK
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Playa Manuel Antonio, Costa Rica

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Grace Bay, Turks and Caicos

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Anakena Beach, Easter Island

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Kaputas Beach, Turkey

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Polihale Beach, Hawaii

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Champagne Beach, Vanuatu

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Tangalle Beach, Sri Lanka

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Zlatni Rat Beach, Croatia

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Black Sand Beach, Iceland

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