Jam-packed it may be at practically any time of the year, but Bondi is no doubt a haven for sun-seekers and surfing enthusiasts. And while Sydneysiders may have a love-hate relationship with the perennially busy spot, beachgoers around the globe are always travelling in droves to experience the hype, so it’s hardly any surprise that it’s just been ranked the most popular beach in the world. The study analysed social data from across Instagram and TikTok, along with Google search volume, so there’s no bias here. Bondi was the only Australian beach in the top 10, but another Aussie beach just made the cut, with Whitehaven ranking number 14 on the list.
Most popular beaches in the world
According to the team at Betway Casino, Bondi is the most popular beach in the world with a whopping annual search volume of 8,076,000 across Instagram and TikTok, so maybe this is your sign to visit again to see if you agree with the data. The famous crescent-shaped Patong Beach in Thailand was ranked number two on the list, with Hawaii’s famous Waikiki Beach rounding out the top 3. Asia dominated the top 5, with Nha Trang Beach in Vietnam and Maya Bay in Thailand ranked fourth and fifth, respectively.
Here are the top 10 most popular beaches in the world:
- Bondi Beach, Australia
- Patong Beach, Thailand
- Waikiki Beach, United States
- Nha Trang Beach, Vietnam
- Maya Bay, Thailand
- Tulum Beach, Mexico
- Ipanema Beach, Brazil
- Nissi Beach, Cyprus
- Copacabana Beach, Brazil
- Playa de Muro, Spain
Queensland’s famous Whitehaven Beach, boasting white sands, bright turquoise waters, and incredible views, is also one of the most popular beaches in the world, receiving an annual search volume of 726,000 from Instagram and TikTok.
Known for its postcard-perfect swimming pool and incredible coastal walks, this is just one of many accolades Bondi has received in recent times. The beach was also named one of the best in the world by the travel experts at Lonely Planet and the most Instagrammed location in all of Australia.
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