When a group of travel writers shares their favorite family friendly beaches around the world, you never know what to expect. I was thrilled when I posed this question to many fellow writers and found their answers to be various and far reaching. Last week, many of them shared their favorite beaches in the United States (we saved Hawaii for this week), and now they are spilling the beans on their favorite beaches around the world. I hope you enjoy this journey through the sand and sun, possibly recalling old favorites or finding something new to explore.

Favorite Beaches in Europe

When many people think of European beaches, they think of the picture perfect beaches along the Mediterranean, or the ones that are crowded with too many tourists. Thankfully these travel writers found plenty to share that were located elsewhere on the continent.

Global Mouse Travels writes about the magic they found on the beaches of Cornwall, England.

Family Travel Times re-lives her childhood by returning to the beaches of Devon, England.

Family Life in Spain provides a full trip report on the beaches, food, and accommodations in Cadiz, Spain. We had to include a few from the Mediterranean, ok?

MarocMama writes about the Pink Beach of Crete, where the sand is actually pink, if you visit at the right time of year.

Mira Terra Travel Blog shares an amazing adventure through Wales and a visit along the Pembrokeshire Coast National Trail.

Practically Perfect Mums spends a day at the beach in Portishead in Bristol, England.

Family Travel Times also enjoys exploring the beaches of Tenerife in the Canary Islands.

Favorite Beaches of Asia and Hawaii

I don’t know much about the beaches of Asia, but after reading everyone’s posts, I’m convinced I need to visit. I have been to Hawaii, and loved the beaches there, as do many other travel writers and tourists. Let’s see what everyone has to recommend:

Bohemian Travelers really have covered a lot of beaches with their post Where are the Best Beaches in Southeast Asia?

With 2 Kids in Tow share their favorite family beaches in Asia.

Vacation Maybe takes an amazing vacation to the Khai Islands in Thailand. (Yes, I did have to look this up on a map).

Flashpacker Family has tips for traveling to the Perhentian Islands off mainland Malaysia. They look stunning!

Bohemian Travelers writes about the 5 Best Beaches in Oahu and the 5 Best Beaches on the Big Island of Hawaii. I want to visit every one of them!

Pit Stops for Kids discovers the best beaches for snorkeling with kids in Kauai.

Favorite Beaches in Caribbean, Mexico, and Central America

Every photo of beaches I have ever seen in the Caribbean, Mexico, and Central America looks amazing. What’s not to love about the turquoise waters and sugar sand beaches? I was not surprised when I had an overwhelming number of posts shared from this part of the world. Be sure to read all of the posts, you might be surprised to find a new favorite.

Michelle of Trekaroo shares her tips for enjoying all of the fun and adventure there is to be found at Virgin Islands National Park in St. John.

Mom Endeavors explains why you should really consider a visit to Beaches in Turks & Caicos. I hate to tell her that I don’t need convincing!

Nate and Rachael experience serious family friendly fun in Cancun, Mexico and Jamaica.

Mama Challenge shares fun things to do with kids in Los Cabos, Mexico.

Growing Up Bilingual explores the black volcanic sand beaches of Guatemala.

Tech Mamas experiences a “dream” vacation in the Riveria Maya near Cancun with plenty of activities for families to enjoy.

Kids Unplugged was able to visit 10 beaches in 10 days, and somehow managed to narrow their list down to the 5 Best Beaches in St. John for Kids.

If these aren’t enough, Family Travel put together 11 of their Favorite Beach Vacations around the world. We definitely try to cover everything!

Reading through all of these posts makes me realize how much I love the beach. It also makes me realize how diverse all the beaches in the world can be, from rocky pebbles to sugar sand, it seems no two are exactly alike.

Did you find a new favorite? Where’s your favorite beach to escape from the crowds?