As the summer season approaches, it’s time to make plans for getaways and what could be better than beach towns. Laying on the beaches having a sunbath and reading a book feels amazing.
Here are famous beach towns of the world
Cadaques, Spain
Artist Salvador Dalí loved the small beach town of Cadaques, Spain. So much so that he owned a home there, which has since been turned into a museum. Yet, even though the Spanish-born artist put Cadaques on the map, it still remains a charming little village that doesn’t receive the large crowds it most certainly deserves.
Leblon, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
Just beyond Rio’s most famous beach, Ipanema is an even richer and more fashionable – but refreshingly subdued – hangout. The hamlet of Leblon is a mellow mix of Rio’s most affluent Cariocas: tan, lithe locals who spend confounding amounts of free time nearly naked, playing futevôlei (no-hands volleyball), jogging or skating along the wide sidewalk, or sipping caipirinhas at colorful beachside kiosks.
Collioure, France
Located on the very southern tip of France (and roughly six miles from the Spanish border), Collioure is not the stereotypical town along the Mediterranean. Visitors will not find the million-dollar yachts or celebrity sightings. Instead, they will see working-class men and women walking the beautiful streets and along the shoreline.
Ericeira, Portugal
Just 30 minutes from Lisbon, Ericeira has a lively urban edge that’s rare in old-world European beach towns. Tradition rules in this beautiful 12th-century fishing village, but the town also embraces a youthful crowd of professional surfers and laid-back Continental partyers. Narrow cobblestone streets, whitewashed walls, and cobalt-blue trim surround locals flashing big smiles in front of family-owned outdoor cafes, pastelerías, and restaurants in the main plaza. The town’s famous mid-19th-century philharmonic draws Lisbon socialites and fans from all over the country.
St. George’s, Bermuda
Not only is the town of St. George’s in Bermuda a UNESCO World Heritage Site (for the fact that it was the third successful English settlement behind St. John’s, Newfoundland, and Jamestown, Virginia), but it’s also a wonderful place to relax in paradise without the crowds.
Sidi Bou Said, Tunisia
Tunisia’s small town of Sidi Bou Said is perfect for those looking for a quiet getaway, be it for a day or longer. Located about 9 miles northeast of the capital city, Tunis, Sidi Bou Said is just the place for locals and visitors alike to enjoy the beauty of Tunisia, without the crowds.
Cabo Polonio, Uruguay
Located on the easternmost edge of Uruguay is the beach village of Cabo Polonio. The first thing visitors will notice about this gem of a getaway is that there are literally no roads leading there. Getting there involves a 4-mile hike through dunes or using a small vehicle (such as a 4×4 off-roading vehicle).
