TripAdvisor, the world’s leading travel platform, has unveiled its list of the best beaches for 2025, with Elafonissi Beach in Crete securing the top spot, according to en.protothema.gr
The rankings, based on the Travellers’ Choice awards for the world’s top 25 beaches, place Elafonissi ahead of Banana Beach in Thailand, Eagle Beach in Aruba, Siesta Beach in Florida, and Praia da Falésia in Portugal.
Australia’s Manly Beach landed in 15th place, while in the United Kingdom, Weymouth Beach was the highest-ranked.
Elafonissi, renowned for its crystal-clear waters and pink sand, is part of the Natura protected areas due to its ecological significance. Each year, thousands of visitors flock to this breathtaking destination to experience its stunning blue waters.
Here is the full list:

Source: en.protothema.gr