Iceland's Vik Beach is one of the most breathtaking black sand beaches you'll ever see! Photo: iStock Move over, powdery white shores — there's something irresistibly dramatic about black sand ...

Even Iceland's tourism board warns that "it's not worth dying for a selfie," urging people to admire the beach from a safe ...

A dramatic volcanic beach with towering basalt columns, sea caves, and crashing waves. One of the most famous black sand beaches in the world. This Hawaiian gem is known for its jet-black sand ...

Past travelers were in awe of Punalu'u and said there was plenty of free parking, though they cautioned that the beach's black sand can get very hot. It will most likely take you some time to get ...

Sunsets aside, Santorini is also known for its black sand beaches, formed through centuries of volcanic activity. Perissa Beach at the base of Mesa Vouno Mountain is Santorini’s longest black sand ...

White sand, coconut palms, a gently sloping strand? That idea of tropical paradise is often manufactured. Resorts around the world are now embracing beaches in their more natural states.

Though Dominica is known as a hiker's paradise, it's also home to a handful of must-see beaches. While the coastline is often rocky, Dominica makes up for this by having unique black sand beaches.

What makes a beach perfect for one sun worshiper—surfable waves, prime people-watching, an isolated stretch of sand—may not hold water for another. I’m a sucker for a quieter snorkeling spot ...

Visit Taiwan's Matsu Islands to see the magic of bioluminescence. Photo: iStock Picture this: You're walking along a beach at night, and with every step, the water beneath your feet flickers with ...

We’ve scoured recommendations, travel guides, and personal experiences to bring you this list of the world’s top 10 most beautiful beaches.

While Saint Vincent has an array of stunning white and black sand beaches, make sure to fit in a day of island hopping, via local sea ferry or a chartered boat, to taste the glory of the Grenadines.