Are beaches better in Spain or Italy?

With its towering cliffs, the Italian Coast is best suited for hiking, walking and exploring its colorful towns. Swimming beaches exist, but they are small. In contrast, Spanish beaches, like those on the sunny Costa del Sol or near San Sebastian, are usually wider, sandier and better for swimming and sunbathing.



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As if Italy's many superlatives — world-class museums, spellbinding archaeological sites, charming small towns, and fabulous food among them — weren't enough, the country also has some of the most beautiful beaches in the Mediterranean.

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Is Spain hotter than Italy? The temperature in Spain is always a notch up than in Italy because it is closer to the sun which is why the degrees are always higher than Italy.

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Spain with five beaches, Italy with four, and Portugal and Greece with two apiece are the top awarded countries on the list. “We have seen some wild beaches top ranked this year, showing an interest in nature less-crowded destinations and less-known places for summer holidays in Europe,” the EBD notes.

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Italy vs Spain: Cost Spain is a bit cheaper than Italy when it comes to accommodation and food. Overall both countries make affordable holiday destinations, allowing you to see many of the highlights Europe has to offer.

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Maspalomas Beach, Gran Canaria. A golden Sahara-like landscape on the south coast of Gran Canaria in the Canary Islands, Maspalomas Beach is one of the prettiest places in Spain.

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Mallorca - Balearic Island Discover the most beautiful beach in Spain, Torrent de Pareis on the wonderful island of Mallorca - Balearic Islands - Spain. There are two ways to reach this dream beach, a sporty one and one for those who want to rest. The sporty one is only suitable for the fittest and most athletic ones.

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Is Spain or Greece Better for Beaches? For a relaxing beach holiday, both Spain and Greece are great choices. Travelers come from around the world to visit the beaches in Spain. The beaches in Spain are world-class, popular, and extensive.

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Cala di Volpe, Sardinia Cala di Volpe is located on Sardinia's Costa Smeralda, one of the most beautiful (and expensive) stretches of coastline in all of Italy. The beach is famous for its Bermuda-blue water and the glamorous Hotel Cala di Volpe resort behind it, though you don't need to be a guest to swim there.

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White Sardinian beach with turquoise waters and a castle Its main beach, La Pelosa (or Spiaggia la Pelosa), is where you can take in stunning seascapes from the 300-meter stretch of soft white sand that's bordered by the vast yet shallow turquoise waters of the Mediterranean.

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Italy has more (easily accessible) history, a richer range of cuisine, better cooking and food tours, and more sightseeing opportunities. Greece has better beaches, a more relaxing atmosphere (especially on the islands), and cheaper food and hotels. Top Tip: To see both Greece and Italy you need 2 weeks minimum.

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1. Los Cristianos, Tenerife, Spain. When it comes to warm weather and beaches in Europe, Spain usually has the best offer. It will probably require an extra flight to visit the warmest ones since these are in the spectacular Tenerife, the largest of Spain's Canary Islands.

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Baia do Sancho, Brazil. About 220 miles off the coast of Brazil, Baia do Sancho is regularly deemed the world's best beach. UNESCO designation and careful government protections keep it and the entire Fernando de Noronha archipelago pristine.

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