Sand on the film: the beaches of the big screen

We all have a vision of Hollywood stars on sandy beaches. But why not go there ourselves? Here are five beaches made famous by Hollywood.

Ocho Rios, Jamaica, James Bond 007 Dr. No
The name, meaning "eight rivers" in Spanish, can be confusing (especially since there are not as many rivers in the region), but what is in abundance in this region, are especially beautiful beaches. Located on the north coast of Jamaica, Ocho Rios from this beach has become famous since it provided the framework for one of the sexiest scenes of sand. While Sean Connery is hiding in the mangroves, Ursula Andress emerges from the water with a rolling gait and a bikini who are drooling male spectators in 1962. James Bond 007 Dr. No is the first film featuring the famous spy and it is since the yardstick with which all others are compared.

Maya Beach, Thailand, The Beach
The adaptation of the book released in 2000 by Alex Garland The Beach shows Leonardo DiCaprio's character in search of a mythical island paradise inhabited by travelers who have created their own community. Once your plane tickets in hand for a flight to Bangkok, you can also visit the island of Koh Phi Phi Leh and laze on the beach Maya was used for most of the shoot. But the beach is not quite the taste of Hollywood, the production decided to pull the palm trees with a bulldozer and add stretches of sand! Ironically, the 2004 tsunami has "helped" the beach to resume its original appearance, and visitors can now spend an entire day enjoying the island of Koh Phi Phi Don.

Bells Beach, Victoria, Australia, Point Break
It is worth noting that the last scene of the famous surf movie was not shot in Australia, but it is supposed to be the famous Bells Beach where, according to the character of Patrick Swayze, the biggest storm of 50 years will create "the biggest wave that this planet has ever known." For those wishing to discover Australia, we advise you to take your flights Paris - Sydney and down the East Coast to Bells Beach, which is including the famous surfing competition, The Rip Curl Pro Surf & Music Festival . This festival brings together top surfers from around the world who attack waves called "Southside", "Rincon" or the enigmatic "Wink Pop".

Halona Beach Cove in Oahu, Hawaii, From Here to Eternity
The classic 1953 may contain the scene of the most famous beach in the history of cinema. Everyone has seen at least once a romantic kiss between Burt Lancaster and Deborah Kerr: actors overcome the dangers of a mouthful of sea water and irritation by sand. Since that film, the beach was nicknamed Eternity Beach and visitors can access it by going down a steep slope. In fact, this beach is perhaps not as romantic as the movie suggests that since the slope is slippery and steep access. And if you want your resume flights to Paris, be careful with a dip: strong currents and dangerous.

Camino Real Las Hadas, Mexico, The
The romantic comedy from Edward Blake was one of the biggest box office hits of 1979, and the film turned Dudley Moore and Bo Derek as international stars. The famous scene where she runs on the beach has been widely parodied since. Located on the Pacific coast of southwestern Mexico, this beach has fortunately been preserved as is and remains a tropical paradise and a perfect romantic getaway. Those preparing for their trip should know that against the beauties in bikinis running on the beach in slow motion are not part of the bids.