You don’t need to board a plane to experience white sands and evian-clear waters; with a handful of Blue Flag beaches under its belt, Cornwall has it all. Blow out the cobwebs and hit the surf in Newquay, or just catch sneaky peeks of the hot surfer bods over the latest copy of Cosmo. If it’s a more relaxed vibe you’re after, the Cornish Riveria abounds with hidden coves and sandy shores for a paddle away from the crowds.

 
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