26 Most Beautiful Beaches in the World

"World-renowned Seven Mile Beach on Grand Cayman combines sand as soft as talcum powder with turquoise, lake-calm water and a lively mix of water sports, beach bars, and luxury resorts; though it's closer to five and a half miles than seven, the shoreline suits both high-octane social travelers and those seeking quiet hideouts, and visitors (including those attending events like the Cayman Cookout at The Ritz-Carlton, Grand Cayman) often note pristine sand, stunning turquoise water, and magical sunsets." - Anne Olivia Bauso Anne Olivia Bauso Anne Olivia Bauso is a travel writer and hotel expert based in New York City. She has written hundreds of hotel reviews, from 5-star Ritz-Carlton properties to treehouse eco-resorts in the jungle. Travel + Leisure Editorial Guidelines