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Top 10 Beach Holiday Spots

A beach holiday is the perfect way to relax and unwind whilst enjoying a spot of sunshine and warmth. Here's our pick of the best beach holiday destinations.

Turkey

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With a coastline of over 5000 miles, Turkey is surrounded by sea on 3 sides: the Mediterranean Sea on the south, the Black Sea to the north and the Aegean Sea in the west. Underrated, the beaches in Turkey are wonderful for all types of activities. For relaxing in the sun Olu Deniz beach is simply beautiful, while Icmeler beach is great for indulging in your adventurous side. Try the watersports or simply build a sandcastle with the family.

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Canary Islands

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Located southwest of Spain and northwest of Africa, the Canary Islands have a coastline offering fine white sands and dramatic scenery. Tenerife is the largest of the islands with fantastic mountainous scenery, fertile valleys and black sand beaches. On a holiday to Fuerteventura you can enjoy miles of uninterrupted, unspoilt white sandy beaches. Fertile valleys, varied landscapes and even different climate zones are found on Gran Canaria.

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Majorca

Cala D'Or, Majorca

On a holiday in Majorca you will have nearly 250 miles of coastline to explore and enjoy. From the family-friendly, activity-laden and the peaceful to the stunning and picturesque, there is an unbelievable amount of choice. Cala D'or has numerous beautiful powdery coves that are great for those who don't want to miss out on the fun in the sun, while Platja De Moro, Alcudia is a particularly beautiful, completely unspoilt stretch of the bay.

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The Algarve

The beaches here are the main attraction for those on holiday to the Algarve. The fantastic coastline has heaps of character and unique features and the white sandy beaches are dotted with rock formations and flanked by limestone cliffs. The wonderful golden sandy beach of Praia do Vau is perfect for relaxtion while Meia Praia's currents make it ideal to catch a wave or two.

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Zante

Zante holidays incorporate some of the finest Greek island beaches; they are perfect for swimming, watersports and serious sunbathing. Holidays toZante owe a lot to the beautifully clear water, hidden coves, spectacular cliffs and wildlife. Ideal for young families, Kalamaki Crystal beach is clean, sandy and the waters are shallow and perfect for paddling, while you can take the time to stroll down a quiet and stunning part of the Zante coast.

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Crete

With a vast choice of beaches from hidden secluded coves to huge sandy bays with lots of watersports and places to eat and drink, for sun-worshippers Crete really earns its place in the top ten beach spots. Its 75 Blue Flag beaches are its crowning glory - you'll be spoilt for choice. The picturesque Vai beach has exceptional beauty and is adorned by a palm tree forest while Matala beach is a famous haunt for hippies on holiday to Crete.

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Ibiza

San Antonio, Ibiza

A beautful rugged coastline dotted with sandy coves, exceptional sandy beaches and gorgeous clear waters. Bora Bora beach sits opposite the infamous nightspot Space and when the club closes the party continues on the sand. For watersport fans a trip to San Antonio beach is a must when on a holiday to Ibiza, while for those looking for the quiet life, the north of the island has some stunning beaches such as Cala Conta and Cala Bassa.

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Egypt

With a rich marine life, pleasant clear and warm waters and sandy shores, the Egyptian beaches (especially along the Red Sea) are some of the best in the world. Around Sharm El Sheikh and Hurghada you will find the very best in scuba diving and deep sea diving, and along the Red Sea Coast you will be one of many tourists drawn to the vibrant, popular tourist spots while on a holiday to Egypt.

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Dominican Republic

Punta Cana, Dominican Republic

Cool coral sands, ranging from the pure white to soft gold, make up the Dominican Republic's coastal palette. Here you will find one of the best and longest beaches in the Caribbean: Punta Cana is a 30km stretch of pearl-white sands, shaded by swaying coconut palms. For those looking for the surf and other sports on a holiday to Dominican Republic, Playa Cabarete attracts the young and vibrant crowd.

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Cuba

Varadero, Cuba

Cuba has over 400 miles of coast, a hot climate and clear waters. If you are looking for a small deserted beach there are plenty for you to choose from. Playa Paraiso and Guardalavaca beach stretch for miles and are in a beautiful location; they are not for the faint hearted though - with very little shade this is a real hotspot for serious sunworshippers. For those needing more action, Varadero has sunbeds, watersports and beach cafes galore!

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