Our pick for the best beach in North America, the peaceful haven of Playa Balandra is set within an ocean inlet on the Baja California peninsula. A 30-minute drive from La Paz, it's part of a designated protected area where no construction is allowed to ruin the natural, rugged landscape. Come here to dip your toes into the crystalline waters, see sting rays in the shallows or paddleboard out on the calm, sheltered waters.

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