Summer is nearly here and in Scotland that means we'll want to make the most of any sunshine we get.
So instead of going to the usual haunts, where should we be going to find the most rewarding beaches with pristine golden sands and beautiful aquamarine water?
Not only does Scotland have an abundance of beaches that will rival any in the world, influential travel mag Condé Nast Traveller has put together its list of the best beaches in the UK and six of them are in Scotland.