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MAHO BEACH|SAINT MARTIN
Most people go to the beach for quiet relaxation, but not the beachgoers at Maho Beach in Saint Martin. They risk being blown into the water by the jet blast of airliners departing and landing at neighbouring Princes Juliana International Airport. But this hasn’t stopped plane spotters from flocking to the beach according to the flight timetables posted in most of the beach’s bars and restaurants. True enthusiasts can even listen to the radio exchanges between pilots and the control tower at The Sunset Beach Bar and Grill, which broadcasts them on its outdoor deck. The planes fly as low 30-60 feet in order to land as close as possible to the beginning of the short runway. The sun is unhindered by trees or other vegetation, a side-effect of the jet blasts causing erosion. Windsurfers and skimboarders like this beach for the large waves that occasionally break on the impeccable white sand.
MISSION BEACH|AUSTRALIA
At first, there might not appear to be anything unusual about this beautiful, golden-sand beach in Queensland, Australia. This beach has some of the most picturesque beach views along the entire east coast of Australia. It’s surrounded by a lush wet tropical rainforest that’s World Heritage Listed and looks out onto the spectacularly blue Coral Sea and the famous Great Barrier Reef. There are plenty of accommodations and outfitters if you’re looking for scuba diving, snorkelling, fishing, sailing, white water rafting, even skydiving and rainforest walks. At first glance, you might not notice that this beach is so unusual. But take a closer look and you’ll notice the millions of tiny, perfectly round balls of sand, all exactly the same size. Solider crabs perform this sand art as well as coiling tunnels that are like miniature archaeological remains. This beach truly provides a unique combination of sights and activities.
RED SAND BEACH|HAWAII
Also known as Kaihalulu Red Sand Beach, this beach is for a true adventurer. With no lifeguard or facilities and the path that leads to the beach slippery with pine needles and crumbling cinder, you may wonder whether it’s worth the trip. But the uniquely contrasting colours of the red-black sand, the green of the surrounding forest and the blue of the sea is truly something to behold. The sand’s colour comes from the crumbling cinder cone hill surrounding the beach. This beach is very isolated and the surf can be rough, so take caution if swimming and make sure to do so only in calm seas. The jagged lava sea wall encircles the beach in beauty, but there are dangerous currents beyond. This beach is truly secluded, so beware of the occasional nude sunbather.
PAPAKOLEA BEACH|HAWAII
If red sand isn’t unusual enough for you, head to South Point in Hawaii’s Ka’ū district to witness a beach with green sand. The beach is enclosed by Pu’u Mahana, a cinder cone, or a steep conical hill of volcanic fragments. So where there are now idyllic blue waters was once the mouth of a volcano. The beach’s sand is green because of the olivine crystals from the surrounding cone, a mineral that is one of the first crystals to form as magma cools after a volcano eruption. This beach is not only secluded, but it takes some serious effort to reach. In order to get down to the beach after the rugged 2-mile hike leading you there, you have to make your way down the bowl-shaped cone. Turbulent waters prevent swimming, but the sight is one of a kind. Access to this beach requires special permission from the Department of Hawaiian Homelands, even if you are reaching it on foot. Getting there by off-road vehicle requires a permit and a local guide. This beach is not for the easily deterred.
HYAMS BEACH|AUSTRALIA
Hyams Beach, on the shores of Jervis Bay in New South Wales, is remarkable in that it holds the record for the World’s Whitest Sand, according to the Guinness Book of World Records. Visiting this beach, you’ll feel like you’re on a desert island despite being only a 3-hour drive from Sydney, as it is bordered by two national parks. Native plants, animals and birdlife abound – check out the kangaroos that hang out on the beach in the mornings and dolphins swimming nearby. Locals boast not only of the extremely white sand, but some of the clearest water in the world. This beach is not for the lazy: there are great facilities for jet-skiing, whale-watching, sailing, snorkelling, swimming, fishing and touring the surrounding parks. There are also plenty of rental accommodations, so it’s perfect for families.
