44. Pink Sands Beach: Bahamas
Toss out visions of casino and resort strewn tourist flooded coastline. That’s the common viewpoint held by many when they think of the Bahamas. However, Pinks Sands Beach stands alone as a true natural gem. While there are resorts, they are elegant. Even more important is the three mile stretch of gorgeous pink sand. Conditions are usually calm and the water is warm thanks to an Atlantic coral reef. It has been rated by the Travel Channel as one of the 10 Best Beaches in the World. So where does the color come from? Microscopic single cell organisms, Foraminifera, cling to the underside of reefs. As they die the bodies are crushed and washed ashore and mixed with the sand. The result is a stunning pink beach.