Australia has taken the crown for the most peaceful holiday (Image: Getty)
Although is on the UK’s doorstep and filled with incredible destinations, it can also become overrun with holidaymakers and many countries are suffering the effects of overtourism.
It means that if you’re looking for a relaxing, quiet holiday, you may need to travel further afield.
BookRetreats analyzed 76 destinations globally to figure out which offered the most peaceful retreats, and one country came out on top.
was crowned the winner as it has a crowd density of just 3.4 people per km squared. When you compare this with 198.3 and Mauritius’ 626, Australia is clearly a quieter option.
This vast country has so much to offer tourists from stunning beaches to other-worldly deserts and bustling cities. As it’s in the southern hemisphere, Australia is also currently enjoying summer as the UK shivers.
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The Great Barrier Reef (Image: Getty)
Australia is one of the best destinations for nature, too. Protected spaces cover just over a third of the country which includes 704 national parks—the highest number of national parks in the study.
From the ancient Daintree Rainforest to the red deserts of Uluru and the lush blue waters of the Great Barrier Reef, Australia is rich with natural beauty.
The Great Barrier Reef is one of the world’s official seven natural wonders where visitors can drift in pristine warm seas across gorgeous coral gardens.
If you want beaches, then Australia boasts some of the best in the world. The incredible Whitsunday Islands is home to Whitehaven Beach – one of the most jaw-dropping beaches in the country.
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Crystal white sands and turquoise coloured waters of Whitehaven beach (Image: Getty)
With its pure white sand, crystal clear waters and was crowned the best in the world by Lonely Planet.
The beach boasts sand that is 98% silica, which means it’s whiter and softer than most beaches worldwide and the sand stretches for seven kilometres so you won’t fight for space for your beach towel.
Australia is the perfect place for a quiet getaway where you won’t need to fight off tourists. However, as it is on the other side of the world, flights can be pricey. currently has return flights from the UK to Perth for £984 return.