When many people think of a vacation the first thing that comes to mind are beautiful sandy beaches in some tropical paradise. With summer upon us, there’s no better time to make that tropical fantasy a reality and visit one of the world’s great beaches.

The Guardian newspaper recently compiled a list of the top 10 beaches in the world. The paper sought the opinion of various ocean loving people from marine biologists to surf shop workers.

1. Kapalua Bay, Maui, Hawaii, U.S.
2. Hossegor, France
3. Hyams Beach, New South Wales, Australia
4. Porthtowan, Cornwall, United Kingdom
5. Bingin Beach, Bali
6. Seven Mile Beach, Grand Cayman Island
7. Sifah Beach, Oman
8. Namotu, Fiji
9. Punta Lobos, Southern Chile
10. Pease Bay, Scotland

Be sure to check out our amazing summer tours to Hawaii, Fiji, Australia, and most of the places on this list!