No rose-colored glasses are needed at these stunning stretches of sand. You may have heard of white and black sand beaches, but what about shores with pink sands? Though rare, several countries ...

Cuba, Portugal, and Thailand. Elafonissi Beach in Crete, Greece, claimed the top spot for its pink sands and shallow lagoons. A beach vacation is one of the best ways to relax and recharge.

Planning a trip to Cuba means imagining colourful cities, heavenly beaches, a generous and breathtaking ... including colonies of pink flamingos that you might spot if you are lucky.