Beautiful UK staycation 'dupe' boasts stunning beach 'just like the Caribbean'

Experiencing the Caribbeandoesn't have to be a pipe dream anymore as there's a 'dupe' of the tropical location right here in the UK. With powdery white sand and crystal clear waters you can experience the same at this stunning beach located in Britain - perhaps just without the guaranteed sunshine and warm temperatures.

While you may not associate the UK with the Caribbean, according to walking shoe brand Fitflop, one of the UK's most breathtaking beaches is Luskentyre Beach, Isle of Harris, Scotland. With a white sandy beach, turquoise sea and a wide sweeping bay, it's located on the wild and west coast of the Isle of Harris.

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The Isle of Harris is in the Outer Hebrides, a group of islands northwest of mainland Scotland. Luskentyre is the most famous beach in the Outer Hebrides and one of the best Harris beach. It is often listed as one of the prettiest beaches in Europe in Tripadvisor award rankings.

The stunning picturesque beach offers a surreal contrast between tropical looking scenery and the crisp Hebridean air. Despite ‘Caribbean holidays’ racking up 27,100 searches a month, beach lovers wanting jaw-dropping beauty without the long-haul flight should pop this Scottish stunner on their bucket list.

Dubbed "one of the most beautiful beaches in the world' by one TripAdvisor user, the beach has gained a stellar 4.9 star rating by visitors. One person said: "Luskentyre Bay is a little slice of Maldives on the coast of the Isle of Harris, Outer Hebrides - honestly worth the drive."

While another added: "This beach is Outstanding!!! I’ve never seen anything quite like it before. The views on the drive up to the car park are other-worldly. Beautiful turquoise water, soft golden sand that stretches for miles, grass covered dunes."

Walking is one of the top things to do in Isle of Harris, especially along the beach and on a sunny day when the tide is out this beach can get a bit busy which is very unusual in the Outer Hebrides. Most of the beaches you will have completely to yourself.

However some visitors advised for swimming, Seilebost and Huisinis on Harris are better - unless you have a wetsuit and are an experienced wild swimmer. This is because the water temperatures rarely get above low teens (Celsius).

Another UK hidden gem is Saltwick Bay. If you're seeking a unique seaside holiday this summer, this underrated beach is definitely worth considering. Located just 1.8 miles (roughly a 10-minute drive) from Whitby, Saltwick Bay attracts significantly fewer visitors throughout the year.

The beach offers the perfect coastal escape for those in search of something a bit different. The Yorkshirebeach is truly a marvel, with its golden sands, clear blue waters, and a treasure trove of fossils waiting to be unearthed.

At low tide, you can even spot the shipwrecks of the Admiral Von Tromp and the SS Rohilla hospital ship, as well as the submerged remains of the SS Brentwood, reports the Express.

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