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Seychelles, once believed to be the location of the Garden of Eden, has pristine white sandy beaches that draw both families and solitude-seekers
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Maldives, the 'Garland of Islands,' comprise 1,102 unspoilt coral atolls in the Indian Ocean
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Bora Bora in Tahiti is surrounded by a picturesque lagoon and barrier reef. It is one of the charming islands of French Polynesia
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The Hamptons, home to the prettiest beaches in Long Island, are a favorite weekend getaway for New York’s swish set
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Hawaii’s Lanikai means “heavenly sea.” Warm turquoise waters and happy sunshine make this island a piece of heaven on earth
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Nantucket Island, Massachusetts, is famous for serene beaches, scenic bike paths and historic tours
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Australia’s Fraser Island, the world’s largest sand island and a World Heritage Site, offers the pleasures of beach life and treks in its dense rainforests
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St Bart's, a volcanic island in the Caribbean, is famous for dreamy beaches. Its French cuisine and culture makes it a hotspot with wealthy tourists
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Langkawi, a 99-island archipelago along Malaysia’s west coast, beckons tourists with gorgeous beaches, verdant paddy fields, and lush forests
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The stunning Kauna'oa Bay is a crescent-shaped white sand beach on the western coast of Hawaii