Planet Earth is made up of 71% water allowing so many opportunities for great swimming. That would require quite a bit of exploring to find perfection, so we made your life easier and have listed the 27 best places in the world to take a dip.

1. Linapacan Island, Palawan, Philippines

An island situated just off the coast of Palawan, this charming area gets few tourists allowing for some true R&R. Although it's not easy to get to, the snorkeling alone is worth the trip.



2. Maldive Islands

You can't go wrong visiting any of the almost 1200 islands making up the Maldives, famous for the crystal clear water and white sandy beaches.



3. Dog Island, San Blas, Panama

The indigenous Guna Yala people have maintained and preserved this island so well it's postcard perfect and void of crowds.



4. Cayo Coco, Cuba

Unlike Dog Island, Cayo Coco is a popular vacation spot for tourists. For good reason! Just look at that dramatic two-tone aqua waters.



5. Phi Phi Island, Thailand

Every 20-something should go here. We take that back, everyone should go here once in their lifetime. The laid back atmosphere, cheap food and drink and gorgeous beaches beckon for you to visit and then never leave.



6. Crater Lake, Oregon

Created from an ancient volcano and surrounded by sheer cliffs, this lake is the perfect color of deep blue and screams come swim in me!



7. Hanauma Bay, Hawaii

Swim with green sea turtles at this Marine Life Conservation Area.



8. Macarella Beach, Menorca, Spain

This idyllic cove is sheltered by the surrounding hills making for perfectly still turquoise waters.



9. Blue Lagoon, Iceland

This geothermal spa is one of the most visited tourist attractions in Iceland. At temperatures hovering around 100°F, the spas make for a perfect winter escape from the freezing air temperatures, snow and ice.



10. Bodrum Peninsula, Turkey

The Greek-style white washed houses and palm tree-lined streets only add to the beauty and charm of this sea-side escape.



11. Tulum, Mexico

Where else do you get to swim in the ocean and gaze at the Mayan ruins? Historical AND heavenly!



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13. Calanque de Sormiou, France

A popular vacation spot for hikers and climbers alike who come for the exquisite views. The lake is a welcome respite with crystal clear water that switch between tones of turquoise and deep dark blue.



14. Lake Louise, Alberta, Canada

If you can ignore the glacial temperatures of the water (they remain frozen until June), this lake is surrounded by breathtaking mountains and looks like it's right out of a fairytale.



15. Gardner Bay, Hood Island, Galapagos Islands

Snorkel the turquoise water and when you tire out, hang out with the seals basking in the sun on the beautiful white sand beach.



17. Primosten, Dalmatia, Croatia

One of the most beautiful places in Croatia, located on the Adriatic coast, Primosten has maintained its Mediterranean charm. Head down to the water and the pebble beaches are surrounded by colorful reefs and a kaleidoscope of tropical fish.



18. Horseshoe Bay, Bermuda

A seaside retreat consisting of pink sands and water the perfect temperature for swimming.



19. Kalami Beach, Corfu, Greece

The scenic Greek coast line is dotted with pretty hamlets huddling around picturesque bays. Kalami is no exception: a fishing village surrounded by olive groves with white sandy beaches and clear, shallow waters.



20. Aitutaki, Cook Islands

A tropical heaven where your fingers will prune from the hours spent snorkeling to watch the technicolored fish.



22. Bora Bora, French Polynesia

A popular honeymoon destination for its aqua-centric luxury resorts, the ocean is centric to the enjoyment of this island no matter where you stay. Luxury hut or tricked-out water bungalow, most of your stay will be spent soaking up the sun floating in the beautiful waters.



24. The Blue Lagoon, Comino Island, Malta

A small island between Malta and Gozo, once inhabited by exiled Knights of Malta, Comino Island is largely uninhabited now. Comino's area known as the Blue Lagoon is popular with day-trippers in the summer who come for the warm, aquamarine waters and the white sand beach.



25. Cala Domestica, Sardinia, Italy

This striking inlet may not be the best for lounging on the beach as the shore is a mixture of sand gravel and rocks but the cliffs and pure water make for a great snorkeling location.



26. Ningaloo Reef, Western Australia

If you want to throw in some excitement, try swimming with whale sharks in Western Australia. Eek!

