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Seychelles and Argentinean Beaches Head-to-Head

March 17, 2008 at 9:15 AM | 0 Comments

There's nothing like a "best of" list to stir some controversy, so it's hardly surprising nobody completely agrees with a recent attempt by the UK Times to list the world's 10 best beaches. The beaches range from (believe it or not) England through the islands of France and Spain and then to more exotic strips of sand in Uruguay, the Seychelles and Western Australia.

Strangely enough, the Bangladeshi beach that was leading the way in the Seven Wonders of Nature contest didn't make the cut. Instead, if we had to pick the top beach from the Times list, we'd probably go for Anse Lazio in the Seychelles (pictured).

This white-sand beach is on Praslin, the second largest island of the chain, and includes tree shade, tiny bays perfect for snorkeling and even a tasty beachside restaurant. And it's usually quiet and peaceful.

One more tip off the list for those who prefer their beach to come with action: The beaches at Uruguay's Punta del Este, like Playa Montoya, are where the beautiful people go to be seen. Beach bars and DJs make for a party-style beach instead, which you won't easily find in the Seychelles--or, we'd guess, on little-known Bangladeshi beaches.

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[Photo: gianbrutale]