However, you will be pleased to know that there are still plenty of beaches in the world that are long and wide enough to lose yourself. Here are 15 of the longest beaches from around the world, some are closer to home than you’d think!

Check it out: ProTraveller, tips by: Andy B (thanks!)

Imagine wandering through a vast desert. The dry wind is whipping around you. Sand is pummeling your legs. And all you can think is that you need water before you collapse from dehydration. All of a sudden, you see a gorgeous oasis in the distance.

Check it out: ProTraveller, tips by: Andy (thanks!)