What makes a great beach is highly subjective. For some it’s all about the quality of the sand: the finer and whiter the better. Others may just seek peace, quiet and seclusion.
Or you may be in search of a perfect little rum shack or beach cafe by tumbling dunes — a rustic retreat.
We’ve asked the world’s travel experts and industry insiders for their all-time favourites — and how best to enjoy them.
Oludeniz’s Blue Lagoon in Turkey is