While beach getaways can be extremely relaxing, they can also be frustrating when you're dealing with hordes of tourists.
To help you get your beach fix without having to fight the crowds, we've put together a list of 19 under-the-radar beaches where you can expect few people and a tranquil ambiance.
Most of these beaches are hidden or difficult to access, which is why they don't draw in large numbers, despite their incredible settings.
From Hawaii and the Caribbean to Europe and Asia, here are 19 incredible beaches where you can beat the crowds.
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Named after Sugarloaf Beach in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, Pain de Sucre is often considered one of the best hidden gems in Terre-de-Haut, an island in Guadeloupe. Though the beach takes a 15-minute rocky walk to arrive to, it offers prime snorkeling. Explore its clear waters to see everything from trumpetfish to stunning colorful coral.
Praia do Beliche sits nestled between massive cliffs near the town of Sagres, in Portugal. The golden-sand beach attracts surfers who come here for its challenging swells, as well as sunbathers looking for a tranquil place to kick back and enjoy crystal-clear waters. The area also has some caves that provide shelter from the sun when you’d like to cool off.
The tiny village of Cabo Polonio sits on the eastern coast of Uruguay. Filled with multi-colored houses, the village also includes a beach that visitors are transported to either by 4-wheel-drive trucks or by horse. The long beach is popular with windsurfers, with a sheltered crescent area of the beach allowing opportunities for swimming.
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