This Is the Best Beach in Asia—and It Has White Sand, Crystal-clear Waters, and a Vibrant Coral Reef. Story by Lydia Mansel • 2d. Banana Beach is just a 15-minute boat ride from Phuket.

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This Is the Best Beach in Asia—and It Has White Sand, Crystal-clear Waters, and a Vibrant Coral Reef. Lydia Mansel. April 10, 2025 at 8:31 AM. Copied; bloodua/Getty Images.