The votes are in, and the awards have been handed out. What is the world's best beach right now? The pink sands of this Greek ...

This Greek island was deemed to have the world's best beach by Tripadvisor - but there's much more to explore too.

Without a doubt the most impressive beach in western Crete, the Balos peninsula thrusts boldly ... also an easier way to get there: by boat from Chania or the little port of Kissamos.

For those already planning their summer holidays, there is a perfect Greek island which boasts not only some of the most beautiful beaches, but delicious food and ancient ruins to explore.

Elafonisi Beach has been named the top beach in the world for 2025 at the Travelers' Choice® Awards of the world's largest travel platform, Tripadvisor, ...