Top 5 beaches for 365 days of sun

Tikehau, The Tuamotus, French Polynesia

Residing 300km northwest of Tahiti, lies Tikehau, one of a collection of atolls known as The Tuamotos.

Tikehau means ‘to be at peace’ and with its stunningly beautiful scenery; its soft pink sand, turquoise water, and beautiful coral reefs, we can definitely see how it got its name.

Tikehau is a paradisiacal cliché we’ll never tire of.

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Moyo Island, Indonesia

It may be small and easily missed, but if you head north east of Bali you will stumble across the tiny island of Moyo. Unlike some of the tourist hotspots, such as Lombok or the Gilles, Moyo is untouched and boasts some of the best beaches in Indonesia.

With a staggering 88km of untouched coastline and a back drop of wild rainforest, Moyo beach is a castaway heaven.

Bwejuu Beach, Zanzibar

Sick of tourist traps and overpriced cuisine? Then head to Bwejuu Beac, a local fishing spot by day and make-shift football pitch for the island’s aspiring youngsters by night. Step on to this beach to be greeted by talc-like sand and eye-wateringly beautiful views.

Sitting at the centre of local life, Bwejuu Beach is a hub of activity, with women husking coconuts straight from the tree and fishermen dragging their nets across the crystal waters, this 12-mile stretch of coast is a classic African beach paradise.

Playa de los Frailes, Machalilla National Park, Ecuador

The Ecuadorian coast boasts some pretty stunning sandy shores. But, undoubtedly one of the most impressive beaches is Playa de los Frailes.

Being part of Parque Nacional Machalilla means that Playa de los Frailes is framed by looming rusty cliffs and covered in wild forest. Perched almost exactly on the equator, this is the perfect year-round beach haven and with its expansive stretch of sand and clear waters we’re sure it won’t disappoint.