Travel TrendsDubai is becoming a hot family favourite, beating several other iconic spots around the world.

The world’s best beaches for families

By Travel Weekly Asia

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May 27, 2024

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Dubai is continuing to develop its beach facilities.

Dubai is continuing to develop its beach facilities. Photo Credit: Adobe Stock/Kertu

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Dubai had edged out one of Australia’s iconic beaches in a survey of the world’s best beach destinations suitable for family tourism.

Dubai’s beaches ranked second in the world behind Guanacaste Province in Costa Rica and ahead of the Gold Coast in Queensland, Australia.

The report by travel insurance comparison site, InsureMyTrip, looked at everything from average sea temperatures, the cost of water activities and attractions, cleanliness of the beaches and safety of the seas.

The Beach at Jumeirah Beach Residence and Sunset Beach in Umm Suqeim, where the view of the Burj Al Arab hotel is a favourite for photos and selfies, were among Dubai’s highly-rated beaches.

Dubai is continuing to develop its beaches, with plans for more night swimming beach areas, beach cycling paths, and designated ladies-only beaches.

With three destinations on the list, Australia is the best represented country in the survey.

The world’s top 10 family beaches, chosen by InsureMyTrip:

Guanacaste Province, Costa Rica
Dubai, UAE
Gold Coast, Australia
Corsica, France
Colombo, Sri Lanka
Melbourne, Australia
Bali, Indonesia
Perth, Australia
Okinawa, Japan
Tenerife, Spain

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