The name says it all. The beach with the heaviest surf bears the name of “angry” in Portuguese. Brava, like many of the beaches around Buzios, has a history. This can be a good beach to swim and surf depending on the Atlantic. Most of the time you will find this beach in Buzios to […]
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North Shore, Oahu - Hawaii - Best Surf Beach
The wave are massive in the wintertime at this birthplace of surfing, the North Shore, Oahu, Hawaii. Frequently referred to as “wild water”, this legendary beach is home to the World’s Best Surf location on the planet. Where did surfing come from? Lt. James King of the Capt. Cook expeditions, carried on Cooks work after […]
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Praia da Azeda - Azeda Beach Buzios
A small sign pointed right. Praia da Azeda/Azedinha. Two of the most spectacular beaches in South America. To find them in the small fishing village of Búzios, we took the fold-up map, generously offered by another tourist who had a few, and parked the rental car at a plaza a hundred feet from another spectacle, […]
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Phoenix Beach, Aruba
Situated on Aruba’s famed Palm Beach, and backed by a private wildlife sanctuary, the Divi Phoenix is a tropical delight among beachfront Aruba resorts. Clear aqua waves wash up on a beautiful wide beach dotted with thatch cabanas and inviting hammocks. Unfortunately, we have not been able to extend our time at the Divi Aruba […]
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Wahikuli State Park, Lahaina, Maui
Snorkeling is good around the north end at the foot of Puu Olai, a 360-foot cinder cone. During storms, however, big waves lash the shore and a strong rip current sweeps the sharp drop-off, posing a danger for inexperienced open-ocean swimmers. Snorkeling is good on both sides of the bay. Parking is difficult unless you’re […]
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Montones Beach, Isabela - Puerto Rico
There are numerous great condos in the area, some right down on Montones Beach, Puerto Rico. If you are the owner of a vacation condo, and would like us to link to you, please write us here at Three Best Beaches. Montones Beach in Isabela is perfect for families, but often we saw just one […]
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Pink Gin Beach - Grenada
Even though you may not flip on beaches you visit, you’ll certainly agree Pink Gin Beach is worth flipping for. We found these fellows flipping at the beach while others were enjoying a great afternoon strolling in the sun. Pick Pink for that leisurely walk while the sun sets. Make sure you take the camera […]
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Jimbaran Beach – Bali
Sit back and simply think of one thing; the most beautiful painting of a sunset dinner-on-the-beach complete with boats slowly gliding along and musicians playing from their souls. Now jump into the painting, you have just arrived at Jimbaran Beach, Bali, Indonesia. And, if you close your eyes for a moment, you’ll be swept to […]
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Playa Costa Azul - San Jose del Cabo
You won’t have to bring your surfboard unless you’re totally a pro. Playa Costa Azul in San Jose del Cabo does offer some breathtaking waves. But they also rent surfboards for people of all skill sets. In fact, there are some great places along the beach to just settle back and watch it all happen. […]
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