TripAdvisor names two Cornish beaches among best in Europe... but Bournemouth beat us!
The stretch of sand in Dorset came 5th, ahead of Porthminster at St Ives and Perranporth
Last updated 23rd Feb 2021
Two Cornish beaches have been named on TripAdvisor's list of best beaches in Europe, but Bournemouth has beaten us!
The stretch of sand in Dorset came 5th, putting it ahead of Porthminster in St Ives and Perranporth on the top-25 list.
We would respectfully disagree right?
The Travelers' Choice Awards are based on the quality and quantity of reviews and ratings from TripAdvisor's beach-goers.
Thousands of visitors flock to Porthminster every year - a beach well known for its golden sands.
Reviews have praised its "vibrant turquoise sea" and described it as "like being in Barbados".
It came 10th on the list of best beaches in Europe, with Perranporth coming in 16th place.
Spiaggia dei Conigli on the Italian island of Lampedusa was named the best in Europe.
The Playa de Cofete in Morro del Jable, Spain, came second, followed by Portugal's Praia de Falesia.