India, Nov. 17 -- Travel company Tripadvisor has announced its list of the top 10 beaches in the USA. These beaches were rated based on a variety of parameters- the experience they offered, quality of the surroundings, available amenities, etc.

The top spot was claimed by a beach in Florida, but Hawaii featured prominently with as many as five of its beaches in the top 10, Yahoo reported.

The Siesta Beach in Siesta Key, Florida, is rated as the best beach in the United States. The reasons cited for this ranking were the white-quartz sand, shallow water, the availability of nearby shops and cafes, and other reasons. The fact that there are kayaking tours available for visitors, which can lead to sighting of sea life, adds to this place's...