For a great after-beach spot on the Croatian island of Hvar head to Hula Hula where you can relax with good music and tropical icy cocktails before diving back into the beautiful, clear sea. The beach bar has attracted the likes of Beyonce and Jay-Z for its stylish setting and offers light food and a beach party after 5pm that lasts until sunset. If you don't want to wait until the evening to come to Hula Hula, you can spend the whole day here, as the bar rents out sunbeds and umbrellas too!
Luxury hangout Amante is set in one of the most beautiful and private coves of Ibiza. Its dramatic cliff setting above Sol Den Serra Beach and turquoise sea views make you feel like you're on a film set. It's the perfect place to unwind in the day and enjoy a Mediterranean lunch before going back to a day bed until the early evening - utter beachside bliss! Visit amanteibiza.com
With oversized bean bags, jugs of sangria and chilled-out reggae beats, La Plancha is every beach bum's dream. The biggest attraction is watching the sunset here, with the best views being from the bean bags on the sand or upstairs. Food served at La Plancha includes freshly caught grilled fish of the day and tapas - a good place to mingle with locals and tourists. Visit laplanchabali.com
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Toast the sunset at this beautiful spot that's just a few steps from the ocean. The Beach Tree Bar at the Four Seasons Hualalai has a wide selection of wines and cocktails and here it's all about the drink and the view. It has a Hawaiian beach house feel and is known for its 'barefoot elegance'. Visit fourseasons.com
Lobster lunches, delicious cocktails and dancing under the stars attract beach fans to this legendary bar on the exclusive island of Mustique. Don't miss the Wednesday night Barbeque and Jump-Up or the Annual Blues Festival. Kate Middleton's family loves the bar and even invited owner Basil Charles to the Royal Wedding! It's the place most people end up at when staying on the island so don't be surprised if you bump into Mick Jagger. Visit basilsbar.com
This surfside shack is exactly what its name suggests and is strictly for adults, with ladies' underwear hanging from the roof, graffiti adorning the walls and local bands playing music at the all-night Full Moon Parties. The beach bar is popular with surfers and hosts various surfing competitions. Owner Bomba built the shack from pieces of tin roofing, broken surf boards and whatever he could find that washed up on the beach, making the place an interesting collage. Try his infamous Mushroom Tea if you're brave enough!
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This super-sleek bar and restaurant attracts the French Riviera's beautiful set, with cocktail lounging and entertainment revolving around the stunning pool. Nikki Beach is fun, luxurious and great for star spotting - George Michael, Prince Albert of Monaco and Bono are just a few of the A-listers you may bump into. The restaurant serves dishes like chargrilled tuna over a nicoise salad and poached lobster with crunchy vegetables and cocktail sauce. Visit nikkibeach.com
Located just a short boat ride from Jakes Hotel is the very cool Pelican Bar that's built on a shallow sandbank and looks as though it's in the middle of the sea. Here you can drink cold beer, swim in shallow water and eat fresh fried fish. It's the brainchild of local fisherman Floyd Forbes who once dreamt of a bar built in the sea and resting on stilts - an attraction in itself! Visit jakeshotel.com
If you want to enjoy fresh seafood and a caipirinha on one of the most beautiful beaches in Brazil, Uxua Praia is the place to do it. Set on Barra do Rio Trancoso Beach it has a stunning beachfront lounge with cushioned sofas and flat-roofed pergolas. The beach bar was built using abandoned fishing boats and serves Bahian specialities and a variety of cocktails. There's a beach volleyball area for those wanting to get active on the sand. Visit uxua.com
This stylish hangout by the sea in Palma combines food, drinks, a pool and spa treatments. It has spectacular views and whether you want to spend the day by the pool or arrive at night when the DJ gets guests moving to chilled-out music, Purobeach is one place you'll definitely want to visit in Majorca. For the ultimate experience book an outdoor massage. Visit purobeach.com