The Basin, Rottnest Island

Not to be dramatic, but Rottnest Island may be one of the most beautiful places on Earth. This tiny island an hour off Perth is host to a bunch of fluffy, legitimately smiling marsupials called quokkas (who aren't found anywhere else in the world), pure white sand and numerous tiny, perfect beaches that you can bike ride between in one day. The Basin is the most popular beach, and we've popped it on here because you can walk here pretty quickly from the main port once you arrive. It's got some of the clearest water we've ever seen, and is near food. What more can you ask for?