Any shoreline is a good one if you happen to be resting upon it, but that doesn’t mean all are created equal.
By Erin Bunch, Well+Good
Some sandy spots are composed of unique elements that cause them to appear in shades other than, well, sand. They come in a spectrum of pigments, including, you guessed it, Millennial pink. The color comes from shattered pieces of coral and shells in sunrise hues scattered along the coast. This effect makes them both visually stimulating and (more importantly?) Instagram-friendly.
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Formentera is “the new Ibiza” for many, a more mellow option favored by the likes of Bob Dylan and Pink Floyd back in the seventies. Its Playa de Ses Illetes is pale pink in color and its hippy vibe draws nudists of all stripes (e.g. families, singles, and others).
This pink-sand beach is composed of broken-down bits of red coral mixed in with traditional sand, though like many such beaches it’s becoming less pink over time as tourists steal sand away. It’s only reachable by boat and can be a good spot for dolphin and manta ray spotting. Komodo Island is so named for a reason—2,500 over the namesake dragons call it their home.
This beach has a light-pink hue. Crane Resort, one of the oldest accommodations on the island, offers a glass elevator down to the sand, though the more fitness-friendly option involves 98 steps.
[post_ads]This beach is only lightly tinted, but it’s picturesque (and quite popular) nonetheless. Balos Bay can be accessed via boat tours from Kissamos or by the road if you’re looking for less of a crowd situation. The best times to visit for serenity are in the early morning or off season (e.g. winter).
[post_ads]So many tourists stole sand from this beach that it can no longer be visited; however, during the summer tourists are allowed one day on the deserted island, where they can hang out near the pink beach.
[post_ads]This relatively quiet (when compared to other Bahamian beaches) stretch of sand lines warm waters ideal for swimming. Expect a color that is more so almost pink these days as opposed to properly rosy.
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Some sandy spots are composed of unique elements that cause them to appear in shades other than, well, sand. They come in a spectrum of pigments, including, you guessed it, Millennial pink. The color comes from shattered pieces of coral and shells in sunrise hues scattered along the coast. This effect makes them both visually stimulating and (more importantly?) Instagram-friendly.
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Playa de Ses Illetes: Formentera, Spain
Pink Beach: Komodo Island, Indonesia
[post_ads_2]Crane Beach: Barbados
[post_ads_2]Balos Bay: Crete, Greece
[post_ads_2]Spiaggia Rosa: Budelli, Italy
Pink Sand Beach: Harbour Island, Bahamas
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