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Sunday Roundup: Busiest Beaches In the World

Sunday Roundup: Busiest Beaches In the World

And Other Summer Travel Trends

June 08, 2025

Panoramic aerial view of the beach and hotel zone of Cancun in Mexico. Landscape of the Caribbean coast of the Mexican resort with Playa Caracol beach and the Kukulcan road. Riviera Maya in the Quintana Roo region on

These May Be the 10 Busiest Beaches in the World This Summer

TripAdvisor recently released its 2025 Summer Travel Index. Based on data from millions of users, the report reveals key summer travel trends where travelers are headed. While some unexpected beaches in Florida are gaining traction, four of the top 10 worldwide beach destinations are in the Caribbean.

Check out the most popular international beach destinations, along with other Index highlights.

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