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The World’s 100 Best Beaches

Playa Frontón

Las Galeras, Dominican Republic

  1. THE WORLD’S BEST BEACHES WORTH A JOURNEY · 2026 ✦ ✦ N° 57 2026
Playa Frontón

A short beach of almost white sand and rocks lies below a high cliff, with palm trees, clear water and a reef offshore. Boats run about 20 minutes from Las Galeras, or a forest trail leads about an hour from Boca del Diablo.

Highlights

  • Almost white sand, rocks
  • Clear water over coral reef
  • Cliff with small caves

Good to know

  • Sea urchins on rocks; wear water shoes
  • Strong currents and no lifeguards
  • Small bar sells food and drinks

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