2 Florida Beaches Among the Most Underrated in the World

Summer is starting to wrap up, but there's still plenty of time to get to a beach, and in Florida, we're lucky in that we get to enjoy beaches all the time. Experts have named two Florida beaches among the most underrated in the world, so you don't have to travel far to enjoy a world class beach. It's pretty awesome to know that this popular beach is considered one of the best in the world, and we don't have to travel too far to get to it.

The travel experts at TheManual.com have a new feature out about the most underrated beaches, which are hidden gems, in America. They also note that these spots are the best not only in the U.S. but when you factor in beaches around the world. "To find the perfect beach to have fun in the sun, it’s easy to assume that you need to head to some brand-name (and expensive) international tourist destinations, like Fiji, Bora Bora, and the Maldives," they note. "Sure, you can't go wrong with any of these, but some of the best beaches in the world are right here in the U.S."

Before we hit our state, the first beach TheManual.com recommends is Montaña de Oro State Park in San Luis Obispo, California. So, that would obviously take a big trip to visit, but it might be worth it. This area in California's Central Coast has some of the "most pristine coastlines in the entire state," the experts rave. They also note that tourists often overlook this area, so it's not too busy and definitely qualifies for being a hidden gem.

So, which Florida beaches have been named one of the world's hidden gems and most underrated? One is St. Joseph Peninsula State Park in the Florida Panhandle. They note that South Florida's beaches usually get lots of attention, but this special beach in the Panhandle needs more appreciation. It's a gorgeous beach and less crowded than many you'll find the South Florida. Another beach they highlight is Naples Beach in Naples, Florida. My mom's best friend lives there, and she loves this beach spot. Naples Beach is situated on Florida's western Gulf coast, and it's located near some great dining areas and shopping opportunities. So, you could make a whole weekend out of visiting this beach area. They call both of these among the best beaches in the world, and I have to agree. I'm grabbing my bikini and heading to as many of these hidden gem beaches as possible.