A stunning beach known for its sparkling turquoise waters and golden sands has been named the “best” in Europe. Nissi Beach is a popular holiday destination in the resort of Ayia Napa, Cyprus. 

The beach stretches for 500 metres, and the water is clean enough for it to be awarded the Blue Flag designation. Travel insurance experts at Quotezone.co.uk have created the European Beach Index to help travellers find their ideal beach holiday destination. The experts have named Nissi the best among all. 

The index ranks 10 popular European beaches based on factors such as the sea and air temperature, 5-star reviews, average daily costs and the height of the waves.

According to the travel experts, the gorgeous beach destination offers a budget-friendly daily cost of 103€ (£88), which includes all you’d need for a day trip such as meals, transport, and even overnight accommodation.

One of the users on the TripAdvisor forum who visited Nissi wrote: “Lovely beach. Shallow waters, great bars. Watersports are good. Nice relaxing place to sunbathe this time of year. Never disappointed.”

Nissi enjoys an average of 25C in May and is a perfect place for the beach lovers. 

CEO and travel insurance expert at Quotezone, Greg Wilson said: “Travellers seeking the perfect summer getaway will be searching for destinations where they can soak up the sun and relax on the beach without worrying about big waves and cold temperatures.

“Our team looked at 10 popular summer holiday destinations across Europe, ranking them on factors such as water and air temperatures, waves and 5-star reviews.

“Another factor we took into consideration was the average daily costs in each destination, including meals, transport and hotels, as many families are looking for budget-friendly holidays that don’t break the bank.

“Our European Beach Index revealed that Nissi Beach in Ayia Napa, Cyprus, is the number one beach destination with excellent scores in every category.

“Nissi Beach has been ranked above some of the other famously popular European holiday hotspots due to its warm sea and air temperatures, as well as being one of the most affordable in terms of daily expenses.

“Plage de Palombaggia is an incredible looking beach in Corsica, France, however it came in last place largely due to the expensive prices in the area."

“We encourage those who are still planning their summer holidays to consider the hidden gems of Europe, including our top three beach destinations Cyprus, Malta, and Slovenia.”