Car-free island near Bali named one of the best places in the world to swim
There's not much that can't be cured by a good swim in the sea.
So it's no surprise that "swimming holidays" are emerging as a growing trend, with Google searches up 18 per cent in the past year.
But where to go?
To help us decide, CV Villas analysed annual meteorological data to find the spots with the best, most consistent conditions.
They used sea temperatures, wind speeds, cloud cover, and UV index levels to find the places that are best for year-round sea swimming.
Read on to discover the top spots.
15. Grand Baie, Mauritius
Grand Baie is a tourist mecca on the northwest coast of Mauritius.
It's got white-sand beaches with bright turquoise water, and is a beloved holiday spot for water sports.
Mont Choisy (pictured) is popular for snorkelling, or head to La Cuvette for calm, secluded waters.
14. Flic en Flac, Mauritius
Another beloved Mauritian spot, this one on the west coast, Flic en Flac features a massive lagoon protected by a coral reef, ensuring the water is still and safe.
It's a perfect spot for floating while looking back at the island's dramatic mountain silhouettes.
13. Cockburn Town, Turks and Caicos Islands
On this island, specifically at Governor's Beach, you'll find some of the most "electric" blue water in the world. It is incredibly clear and calm, offering a quintessential, uncrowded Caribbean swimming experience.
11. Negril, Jamaica
Negril is a town in western Jamaica, home to the legendary Seven Mile Beach, where the Caribbean Sea is almost always glass-calm.
The water is pristine, turquoise, and warm year-round.
10. Trincomalee, Sri Lanka
Located on the northeast coast, Trincomalee is a port town that's off the typical 'tourist trail'.
It's much quieter than the south, providing a serene, "endless summer" feel.
9. Coron, Philippines
Unlike the other beach-forward locations on this list, swimming in Coron involves breath-taking limestone lagoons and freshwater lakes.
The water is so clear it's often called the cleanest in Asia, surrounded by dramatic towering cliffs.
8. Unawatuna, Sri Lanka
This town has a picturesque, horseshoe-shaped bay protected by a reef, making it one of the safest and calmest places to swim in Sri Lanka.
It's ideal for a relaxed dip followed by a sunset drink at a beachfront café.
7. Koh Samui, Thailand
This island offers a perfect mix of calm, shallow bays like Chaweng and more secluded spots like Choeng Mon.
The water is famously warm year-round, almost like you're stepping into a bath.
6. Ayia Napa, Cyprus
Ayia Napa is a Mediterranean resort town on the southeast coast of Cyprus, with great resort beaches and buzzing nightlife.
The water is vibrant, shallow, and stays warm well into the autumn months.
