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World's Best Beach Revealed: Data Decides!
28 Jul
Summary
- Researchers used NASA satellite data and Google Maps reviews.
- Trunk Bay in the US Virgin Islands ranked number one.
- Greece's Elafonissi Beach and Croatia's Golden Horn followed.
A comprehensive analysis has identified the world's premier beach destination, removing subjective preferences from the equation. Researchers meticulously examined water color and clarity using NASA MODIS-Aqua satellite data, alongside over 93,000 Google Maps reviews assessing accessibility, environment, and overall visitor experience.
Climate data and proximity to major airports were also factored in, leading to the crowning of Trunk Bay on Saint John in the US Virgin Islands as the ultimate winner. This Caribbean gem boasts exceptionally blue waters and is accessible in good weather for ten months annually.
European contenders also ranked highly, with Greece's Elafonissi Beach on Crete securing second place for its family-friendly lagoon and picturesque pink sands. Croatia's Golden Horn Beach, renowned for its exceptionally clear waters, followed in fifth. Portugal's Praia da Falésia on the Algarve coast completed the top European entries at ninth place, noted for its pristine environment.
