UAE’s Saadiyat Beach Makes It To The World’s Top 50 Beaches & First Spot Goes To…

Saadiyat beach

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The UAE has some of the prettiest beaches that make for the perfect destination to spend some time with our loved ones. With azure waves crashing on the sandy shores, it’s truly a melody to one’s ear, listening to the tranquil sounds of crashing waves. But what if we told you that now it has also been recognised as one of the World’s Top 50 Beaches for 2025? Well, one such beach from the UAE has made it to the list, and we are certainly not surprised.

Saadiyat Beach  Makes It To The World’s Top 50 Beaches 2025

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Saadiyat Beach has managed to snag a spot in the prestigious World’s 50 Best Beaches and the UAE beach has managed to snag the 39th position on this list. As revealed in a report by the Khaleej Times, this list is drawn on the basis of inputs and expertise of more than 1000 professionals around the globe. But before we talk about the ranking system, it is important to shed some light on the beach in Abu Dhabi.

This beautiful beach is located on Saadiyat Island and is an 8 km stretch. With pristine white sand and turquoise waters, the beach is committed to conservation. The soft sand, coupled with clear water, truly is a therapeutic experience for travellers who visit this place. But what sets it apart is the fact that it is a protected local environment. As it is part of the Marine National Park, it is worth mentioning that this is a 59 km² of eco reserve. So while you are lounging by the beach, you might just spot Hawksbill sea turtles and bottlenose dolphins amongst other protected marine species.

Who Has Taken The Top Spot?

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Now, coming to the first spot, this was earned by Cala Goloritzé, which is a beautiful beach in Sardinia, Italy. It is a well-protected site, and now people who visit this place on foot are charged six euros per adult and one euro if the person is below 10 years old. But only limited tickets are sold daily in order to contain the number of people coming to the beach so that it doesn’t get too crowded.

What About The Beaches?

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Coming back to the ranking, these beaches are ranked on the basis of several factors. These include unique characteristics, like water quality, natural beauty, frequency of ideal conditions, and even wildlife, besides of course, accessibility.

So, if you are also wondering about the top 50 names, here is the entire list for you:

  1. Cala Goloritzè, Italy
  2. Entalula Beach, Philippines
  3. Bang Bao Beach, Thailand
  4. Fteri Beach, Greece
  5. PK 9 Beach, French Polynesia
  6. Canto de la Playa, Dominican Republic
  7. Anse Source D’Argent, Seychelles
  8. Nosy Iranja, Madagascar
  9. Ofu Beach, American Samoa
  10. Grace Bay, Turks & Caicos
  11. Turquoise Bay, Australia
  12. Boulders Beach, South Africa
  13. Pink Beach, Indonesia
  14. Shoal Bay East, Anguilla
  15. Detwah Lagoon, Yemen
  16. Voutoumi Beach, Greece
  17. One Foot Island, Cook Islands
  18. Playa de Rodas, Spain
  19. Playa Balandra, Mexico
  20. Pontal do Atalaia, Brazil
  21. Wharton Beach, Australia
  22. Cayo de Agua, Venezuela
  23. Seven Mile Beach, Cayman Islands
  24. Cayo Zapatilla, Panama
  25. Baia Do Sancho, Brazil
  26. Horseshoe Bay, Bermuda
  27. Pulau Palambak, Indonesia
  28. Freedom Beach, Thailand
  29. The Baths, British Virgin Islands
  30. Anse Georgette, Seychelles
  31. Ffryes Beach, Antigua & Barbuda
  32. Grand Anse, Grenada
  33. Le Morne Beach, Mauritius
  34. Bahía de las Águilas, Dominican Republic
  35. Meads Bay, Anguilla
  36. Porto Katsiki, Greece
  37. Nudey Beach, Australia
  38. Bon Bon Beach, Philippines
  39. Saadiyat Beach, UAE
  40. Goyambokka Beach, Sri Lanka
  41. Playa Punta Uva, Costa Rica
  42. Siesta Beach, USA
  43. Paje Beach, Zanzibar
  44. Klein Bonaire Beach, Bonaire
  45. Cathedral Cove Beach, New Zealand
  46. Santa Giulia, France
  47. Gardner Bay, Ecuador
  48. Keem Beach, Ireland
  49. Kuramathi Sand Bank, Maldives
  50. La Pelosa, Italy

It is a moment of immense pride for Emiratis, isn’t it?

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Anupriya Mishra: A history nerd, Anupriya loves to read, talk, and write about everything related to lifestyle and travel. With a fondness for trying every dish out there, you might catch her at the newest restaurant trying their exquisite fare while gossiping about Bollywood movies!