2. Whitehaven Beach, Whitsunday Islands, Australia
Whitehaven Beach, nestled in Australia’s Whitsunday Islands, is a stunning seven-kilometer stretch (about four miles) of pure white sand, bordered by the sparkling turquoise sea. It’s the perfect spot to relax, set up camp, and enjoy a barbecue beneath the open sky. However, getting to this paradise requires a bit of adventure, as it’s accessible only by boat, jet ski, seaplane, or helicopter—there are no paved roads leading to this untouched haven.