Seven locations in Hawaii are among the top 25 beaches in the United States, according to TripAdvisor's 2019 Travelers' Choice Awards, but Florida put 10 on the list and claimed the No.1 spot. The top-finishing Hawaii beach was Kaanapali on Maui at No. 2, while Waikiki was ranked 20th.
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Hawaii is home to many of the best beaches in the US, but Makena Beach State Park, at the south end of Wailea, is a wild, seemingly endless expanse of golden sand and turquoise water that feels more secluded than its crowded neighbors.
In Miami Beach, water temps average as low as 71°F and as high as 86°F. In comparison to Hawaii, Miami's water temperatures dip lower than Hawaii's in the winter, but are a bit warmer in the summer. For a look at other coastal temperatures, see this link to the NOAA data.
The best beaches in America: Idyllic Florida beach ranked as the best in America. Three of the top 10 are in Hawaii and two are in Florida. St.George Island beach in Florida has been named the best beach in the US for 2023.
Washington also took the top spot for being the most beautiful state in America followed by California, Alaska, Oregon, then coming in fifth was Hawaii. Hawaii is home to beautiful waterfalls, lush green mountains, never-ending sandy beaches and picture-perfect weather.
If all you want to do is go have a family resort vacation (and there's nothing at all wrong with that), the Caribbean might have the edge as a family-friendly destination. If you want to get out there to explore and experience a wide range of natural wonders — Hawaii probably takes the pineapple-flavored cake.
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.
Lanikai Beach, Oahu, HawaiiBut few compare to Lanikai (which translates to “Heavenly Ocean”) Beach on the windward coast of Oahu. It's ranked as one of the most beautiful beaches in the United States and has some of the warmest water, ranging from 77 to 82 degrees.
1. Baía do Sancho, Fernando de Noronha, Brazil: Baía do Sancho may not be easy to reach, but it is the world's best beach, according to a 2023 ranking from Tripadvisor.