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Seminyak Beach, Bali

Length: 3 kmSwim in calm conditions, watch the flags; drier Apr–Octstay nearby from $20/night

Seminyak's beach (with the Double Six stretch) is upscale Bali's shopfront: a wide band of grey-gold sand, the famous sunset bars with beanbags and live music, and a polished line of restaurants behind.

The wave is moderate: swimmable when calm, beginner surf otherwise. Lifeguards and flags operate. The day's main event is sunset — by six the sand becomes one giant open-air bar.

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