The idea of going surfing or for a dip in the ocean before work is a dream for many people, but for others it's part of daily life in a beach city.

Men's portal AskMen.com has come up with a list of the top 10 beachside cities where the sand and the surf are an integral part of the place. Reuters has not endorsed this list:

1. Miami, USA

Miami is where the world's jet-set come to top up their tans and dance until the early hours. Aside from being a tourism hub for its beaches, Miami is one of the country's busiest ports.

Best beach: Just 90 miles across the Atlantic Ocean from Cuba, South Beach is Miami's most iconic stretch of sand, and is bordered by Ocean Drive's restaurants, bars and hotels.

2. Dubai, UAE

Built from the ground up in the desert to be one of the world's busiest beachside cities, Dubai is known for its daring architecture, gaudy style and sweltering heat.

Best beach: Dubai relies heavily on its beautiful beaches, such as Jumeirah Beach, for tourism.

3. Barcelona, Spain

A heady mix of architecture, shopping and nightlife, Barcelona sits on the edge of the Mediterranean and boasts over 2.5 miles of stunning white-sand beaches.

Best beach: The city's signature strip of sand has to be Barceloneta Beach that attracts up to 7 million people a year.