Komodo Island, Indonesia
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Isla Espíritu Santo
Baja California Sur, Mexico
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It’s home to some of the best diving in the western hemisphere. With a system of caves that sea kayakers will absolutely love. However, the real attraction here is the beach, which some consider the most beautiful in Mexico. The islands — Isla Partida and Espiritu Santo — are completely uninhabited and were designated a UNESCO biosphere preserve in 1995. So then expect to come face to face with sea turtles, dolphins, and even the occasional offshore whale. Beauty, unspoiled!
Hidden Beach
Nayarit, Mexico
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Some might not consider this beach remote. Since it is believed it was created when the Mexican military used the island as a bombing range. When, however, getting there involves: a half-hour ferry ride, a treacherous swim under a cave and timing the tide just right so you don’t get stuck. The word “remote” seems applicable.
Natadola Beach
Viti Levu, Fiji
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The best way to experience the remoteness of Fiji’s top beach is by horseback. Any of the fine individuals who greet you in the parking lot; will be happy to set you up on a ride. Trot 40 minutes down the beach and away from the main resorts. Here you’ll find yourself a world away; in a glorious spot where the white sand meets some of the best surf in the South Pacific.
Hushinish Bay
Isle of Harris, Scotland
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Going to Scotland for turquoise water and white sand is almost inconceivable; not exactly one of the first ones that come to mind. The islands are known as the Outer Hebrides, actually have some of the most spectacular beachfront scenery in the world. Certainly, not a beach recommended for sunbathing and nothing more convincing than a blast of cold Scottish air.
Reynisfjara Beach
Myrdalur, Iceland
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Another spot we wouldn’t recommend for sunbathing, but would absolutely insist you visit to appreciate the wonders of Earth. Here, the rare black sand leads to two towering basal sea stacks called Reynisdrangar. The folklore of their formation is believed to be that of two trolls. The stacks are allegedly two trolls who attempted to drag a ship ashore and were frozen by the daylight
Gold Harbour
South Georgia Islands
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This beach in the South Georgia Islands is completely uninhabited; with only the inhabitants present being adorable penguins and other arctic wildlife. Since the islands sit between the southern tip of South America and Antarctica; they’re home to all kinds of unique arctic wildlife. You are right, this isn’t the beach for tanning and rolling in the sand. If you want to visit one of the world’s best breeding grounds for elephant seals, sooty albatross, and, yes, those zany king penguins; it’s a tough place to beat.
