
Life's a beach... the view from Ayia Napa
These days it's just not enough to say you want a holiday by the beach.
With travellers wanting more than just a bit of sand and a deckchair to occupy them, Trip Advisor asked its users to vote for the best beaches in Europe for 2011.
With a shortlist of 25 places to dip your toe in the water, now holidaymakers have a better idea of where to pick, but it's important to get a fuller picture and work out if your whole family or group will want to go there too.
Here's a rundown of what to expect if you head to one of the 25 resorts, from beach sports to local attractions: Continue reading Trip Advisor’s Top 25 European Beaches