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Racha Yai Island

󰺂6.3
4.7
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Phuket, Thailand
Highlights:
󰋄Racha Yai Island's magnificent underwater coral and schools of fish
󱓊Get up close to marine life while snorkeling
󱨠Saved by 978 users
󱨠775 positive reviews
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Racha Yai Island
󰺂6.3
4.7
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Phuket, Thailand
Highlights:
󰋄Racha Yai Island's magnificent underwater coral and schools of fish
󱓊Get up close to marine life while snorkeling
󱨠Saved by 978 users
󱨠775 positive reviews
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Achieved a 2-year streak on the annual lists
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Wuzhizhou Island

󰺂9.3
4.6
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Sanya, China
Highlights:
󰋄Dive into the cool underwater world to explore colorful coral
Soar above the azure sea and take in the island scenery
󱨠Saved by 2992 users
󱨠35417 positive reviews
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Achieved a 3-year streak on the annual lists
Wuzhizhou Island
󰺂9.3
4.6
/5
Sanya, China
Highlights:
󰋄Dive into the cool underwater world to explore colorful coral
Soar above the azure sea and take in the island scenery
󱨠Saved by 2992 users
󱨠35417 positive reviews
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Achieved a 3-year streak on the annual lists
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Nha Trang beach

󰺂6.9
4.8
/5
Nha Trang, Vietnam
Highlights:
󰋄A long, white-sand coastline shaded by coconut groves.
Snorkel in nearshore coral reefs to see colorful fish
󱨠Saved by 1052 users
󱨠2825 positive reviews
Nha Trang beach
󰺂6.9
4.8
/5
Nha Trang, Vietnam
Highlights:
󰋄A long, white-sand coastline shaded by coconut groves.
Snorkel in nearshore coral reefs to see colorful fish
󱨠Saved by 1052 users
󱨠2825 positive reviews
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Weizhou Island

󰺂9.1
4.4
/5
Beihai, China
Highlights:
󱓊Surfing fun on Crocodile Mountain's volcanic beach
󱓊Enjoy diving and water activities at Nanwan Beach
󱨠Saved by 559 users
󱨠12450 positive reviews
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Weizhou Island
󰺂9.1
4.4
/5
Beihai, China
Highlights:
󱓊Surfing fun on Crocodile Mountain's volcanic beach
󱓊Enjoy diving and water activities at Nanwan Beach
󱨠Saved by 559 users
󱨠12450 positive reviews
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Achieved a 3-year streak on the annual lists
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Sanya Atlantis Aquaventure Waterpark

󰺂9.2
4.9
/5
Sanya, China
Highlights:
Ultimate challenge: enjoy 36 water slides
󱓊Challenge Poseidon's Revenge
󱨠Saved by 3129 users
󱨠40270 positive reviews
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Sanya Atlantis Aquaventure Waterpark
󰺂9.2
4.9
/5
Sanya, China
Highlights:
Ultimate challenge: enjoy 36 water slides
󱓊Challenge Poseidon's Revenge
󱨠Saved by 3129 users
󱨠40270 positive reviews
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Achieved a 3-year streak on the annual lists
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Kuta Beach

󰺂7.2
4.4
/5
Bali, Indonesia
Highlights:
Kuta Beach Beginner Surfing Paradise
󰋄Charming tropical seaside views
󱨠Saved by 878 users
󱨠545 positive reviews
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Kuta Beach
󰺂7.2
4.4
/5
Bali, Indonesia
Highlights:
Kuta Beach Beginner Surfing Paradise
󰋄Charming tropical seaside views
󱨠Saved by 878 users
󱨠545 positive reviews
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Pingtan Island

󰺂8.4
4.7
/5
Pingtan, China
Highlights:
Longfengtou Beach Water Park
󰋄Enjoy a cool summer at 3 great beaches
󱨠Saved by 396 users
󱨠1267 positive reviews
Pingtan Island
󰺂8.4
4.7
/5
Pingtan, China
Highlights:
Longfengtou Beach Water Park
󰋄Enjoy a cool summer at 3 great beaches
󱨠Saved by 396 users
󱨠1267 positive reviews
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Jimbaran Beach

󰺂7.0
4.6
/5
Bali, Indonesia
Highlights:
󱓊Unlimited fun with summer windsurfing and sailing
󰋄Enjoy beautiful bay views from your private pool
󱨠Saved by 803 users
󱨠413 positive reviews
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Jimbaran Beach
󰺂7.0
4.6
/5
Bali, Indonesia
Highlights:
󱓊Unlimited fun with summer windsurfing and sailing
󰋄Enjoy beautiful bay views from your private pool
󱨠Saved by 803 users
󱨠413 positive reviews
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Karon Beach

󰺂6.5
4.7
/5
Phuket, Thailand
Highlights:
󰋄One of the three major beaches on the west coast of Phuket
Large waves suitable for surfing and water sports
󱨠Saved by 819 users
󱨠808 positive reviews
Karon Beach
󰺂6.5
4.7
/5
Phuket, Thailand
Highlights:
󰋄One of the three major beaches on the west coast of Phuket
Large waves suitable for surfing and water sports
󱨠Saved by 819 users
󱨠808 positive reviews
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Pattaya Beach

󰺂6.3
4.7
/5
Pattaya, Thailand
Highlights:
󰋄Have a blast at our Southeast Asian-themed water park
󰋄Enjoy the sun-kissed beaches of the Eastern Hawaii.
󱨠Saved by 689 users
󱨠806 positive reviews
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Achieved a 2-year streak on the annual lists
Pattaya Beach
󰺂6.3
4.7
/5
Pattaya, Thailand
Highlights:
󰋄Have a blast at our Southeast Asian-themed water park
󰋄Enjoy the sun-kissed beaches of the Eastern Hawaii.
󱨠Saved by 689 users
󱨠806 positive reviews
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Achieved a 2-year streak on the annual lists
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Boundary Island

Boundary Island
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Libo Xiaoqikong Scenic Area

Libo Xiaoqikong Scenic Area
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Lushan National Park

Lushan National Park
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Ko Lan

Ko Lan
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Adventure Cove Waterpark

Adventure Cove Waterpark
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Wuyishan National Park

Wuyishan National Park
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Penida Island

Penida Island
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Kata Beach

Kata Beach
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Chimelong Water Park

Chimelong Water Park
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Boracay

Boracay
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The Mountain Resort Scenic Area

The Mountain Resort Scenic Area
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Phi Phi Islands

Phi Phi Islands
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Similan Islands

Similan Islands
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Udo

Udo
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Ko Samet

Ko Samet
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Copacabana Beach

Copacabana Beach
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Nusa Lembongan

Nusa Lembongan
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Santa Monica State Beach

Santa Monica State Beach
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Santorini

Santorini
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VinWonders Nha Trang

VinWonders Nha Trang
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Bondi Beach

Bondi Beach
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Zanzibar Island

Zanzibar Island
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Waikīkī Beach

Waikīkī Beach
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Barceloneta Beach

Barceloneta Beach
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Cape of Good Hope

Cape of Good Hope
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Waitomo Glowworm Caves

Waitomo Glowworm Caves
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Cancun Beach

Cancun Beach
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Cinque Terre

Cinque Terre
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Milford Sound / Piopiotahi

Milford Sound / Piopiotahi
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Nile

Nile
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Pink Sands Beach

Pink Sands Beach
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Bora Bora

Bora Bora
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Grand Canyon National Park

Grand Canyon National Park
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Phillip Island

Phillip Island
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Mahé Island

Mahé Island
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Easter Island

Easter Island
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Darling Harbour

Darling Harbour
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SEA LIFE Kelly Tarlton's Aquarium

SEA LIFE Kelly Tarlton's Aquarium
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Miami Beach

Miami Beach
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Lake Wakatipu

Lake Wakatipu
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