The problem with the most popular beaches of the world is that they are too popular. The commercialized beaches, filled to the brim with revelers, vendors, touts and all manner of souvenir sellers, if they lack something, lack a chance for isolation and seclusion. The beaches that the popular package tour operators love, do not offer much in the way of peace and quiet, and are mostly cluttered with resorts and all manner of development.
If a major part of your last beach holiday to a popular (populous!) destination, was spent in frustration trying not to collide into people, we all have something in common. If the tourist population gets too much for you sometimes, you have to consider some relatively unknown destinations that are known to very few on the tourist map. If some privacy is your only requirement, these beaches can offer you just that. Unpopulated by the tourist hordes, these beaches are unspoiled and pristine in the real sense of the words.
1. Bangaram Island, Lakshadweep Islands, India
Bangaram is an Island part of the Lakshadweep Islands located off the southwest coast of India. Bangaram Island is the only island among the group to which foreign travelers are allowed in. Privacy and seclusion abounds over here. The Bangaram Island Resort is an eco friendly resort on the island. The owners are warm and friendly, and the beaches beautiful with crystal clear blue waters.
2. Balding Bay, Magnetic Islands, Australia
Magnetic Island lies off the north eastern coast of Queensland. It is easily accessible, and has excellent beaches with good facilities on offer. The area is also rich with a variety of flora and fauna, and is a not very crowded.
3. Bai Kem, Phu Quoc, Vietnam
Royalty among the Vietnam beaches, Bai Kem has snow white sand somewhat, although not exactly, similar to Queensland’s Whitehaven beach in Whitsunday Islands. The heavenly beach is an asset to Vietnam’s tourism, and the authorities are taking steps to prevent despoilment by development.
4. Sete, France
Sete is a beautiful fishing center in Southern France. Sete is a great place to stay in, if you are visiting Agde, Montpelier, Bezier and Nimes. The picturesque town also has a lot of museums and old buildings .
5. Sandspur Beach, Bahia Honda key, Florida, United States
Sandspur beach is located within the Bahia Honda State Park and is close to Calusa and Loggerhead beaches in the same park. It is about 2 miles in length.
These tranquil beaches are perfect for some isolation, and to spend some quality time with one’s self.
