India, March 29 -- A beautiful beach escape that delivers both easy access and world-class clear-water swimming is likely closer than travelers think.

Located in the UNESCO-listed town of St. George's, Bermuda, Tobacco Bay Beach was recently named one of the best in the region, ranking No. 2 in the Caribbean in the latest Tripadvisor Travelers' Choice Awards Best of the Best Beaches. The designation is reserved for destinations that consistently earn standout reviews over a 12-month period.

One of the biggest draws is how easy it is to get there: Bermuda is about a two-hour flight from major East Coast cities like New York City and Boston, making Tobacco Bay a realistic long weekend option. Once on the island, the beach is just a 10 min...