In its eighth year, the list of world’s 50 best beaches was compiled based on factors such as official Blue Flag beach certifications, social media popularity, and recommendations from the site’s team of travel experts.
Located in Palawan Island, one of the most famous places in the Southeast Asian country, Entalula is a secluded stretch of sand framed by dramatic limestone cliffs and turquoise waters.
The beach spot can only be reached by boat, but it has become a popular choice among travelers.
This tropical paradise is framed by towering limestone cliffs and lush vegetation. Visitors can snorkel among vibrant coral reefs just a short swim from the shore or explore hidden coves by paddleboard or kayak.
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Philippines’s Entalula Beach. Photo courtesy of Tripadvisor |
Pink Beach in Indonesia rounded out the top three, making them the only two Southeast Asian representatives. The beach on Komodo Island gets its distinctive pink hue from tiny fragments of red coral that mix with the sand.
10 most beautiful beaches in the world for 2026:
Anse Source d’Argent – Seychelles
Entalula Beach – Philippines
Pink Beach – Indonesia
Sandy Lane Beach – Barbados
Ee Motu Beach – Cook Islands
Whitehaven Beach – Australia
Matira Beach – Bora Bora, French Polynesia
Cala Macarella – Menorca, Spain
Porthcurno Beach – England
Mirissa Beach – Sri Lanka