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Each year without fail, regardless of what’s going on in the world, Berkshire Hathaway Travel Protection produces its list of the safest places to travel. And over the years, we’ve seen travel threats from terrorism to Zika to a pandemic reflected in our rankings.
Last year was the pandemic, obviously. This year it’s everything from the pandemic to weather to equipment and staffing to global warming. On the bright side, travel is ramping up, and soon all we’ll have to worry about is which travel insurance plan we want to protect our flights and cruises.
With that thought in mind, let’s dive into the 2021-22 version of the Safest Places To Travel.
We believe these15 countries around the world will be safest for travelers in 2022.
The Safest Places To Travel
1. Iceland
2. New Zealand
3.Canada
4. Sweden
5.Japan
6.Australia
7.Switzerland
8.Ireland
9.Germany
10.United Kingdom 11.Spain
12.France
13.Italy
14.South Korea
15.Costa Rica
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What You Need To Know About The World’s Safest Countries
History and methodology
Berkshire Hathaway Travel Protection has a long history of asking travelers where they’re going, why they’re traveling, and what constitutes a safe destination to them. We conducted our first traveler research in 2016 and have been doing studies ever since.
This year when we surveyed travelers, we asked people where they’ve traveled in the last five years, and then only had people who had visited specific countries rate them on safety.
We then augmented those ratings with other indices and information, including the Global Peace Index and the State Department’s own travel safety ratings.
We also added in an index on COVID performance based on data from Our World in Data, and averaged the GeoSure Global scores of the major cities in each country.
From there, we calculated a weighted score that reflects each country’s overall safety.
The beauty of this approach is its balance. No one score tips in balance in favor of one country over another, and each score contributes to the overall score.
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Changes
After years of doing this, it’s clear that travelers think that Australia, New Zealand, Switzerland, Sweden, Iceland, Ireland, and Japan are pretty safe countries, and their perceptions are reinforced by other measurements. Canada is a safe add to the inner circle as well.
Still, a couple of countries made big moves in 2021.
- China jumped seven spots, to 16th overall, thanks to a subsiding of some of the rhetoric blaming the country for the pandemic.
- The Bahamas dropped five spots, to 19th, largely over safety concerns in Freeport, the country’s capital.
- The United States entered the list this year, mainly because of the volume of road trips and other domestic travel over the last several years. However, it only checked in at 18, behind China but ahead of the Bahamas, the Dominican Republic, and Jamaica.
Caveat
These ratings aren’t predictive – that is, just because we say Canada is safe that doesn’t mean it will be safein the future. Things like pandemics can really mess up things – and quickly, too.
As withany other measurement, you need to balance this rankingwith what’s going on in the world at the very time you’re booking your travel.
Invitation
Because COVID-related travel restrictions change all the time, bookmark this post and visit it frequently for updates.
If you need the most up-to-the-minute information, visit the State Department’s site for COVID-related travel updates. The continually updated New York Times article, “I'm a U.S. Citizen. Where in the World Can I Go?” is a user-friendly source of information as well.
Let’s learn a little more about the safest countries for travelers.
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The Top 15 Safest Countries in the World
1. Iceland
Rank Last Year: No. 5 overall
Why It’s Ranked Highly
Iceland rocked the Global Peace Index and was a tick behind Canada as the safest country in our survey. Reality backs up the numbers – and now that tourist volume is down, it’s returning to its laid-back roots.
Can Americans Travel There?
Yes, if they are fully vaccinated or have recently recovered from COVID and complete a pre-registration form.
Top Attractions
Reykjavik is one of the hippest cities on the planet, but rent a car and circumnavigate the island for some of the most otherworldly vistas you’ll ever see.
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2. New Zealand
Rank Last Year: 2
Why It’s Ranked Highly
GeoSure rates it very highly, and it produces respectable scores in every other measure.
Can Americans Travel There?
Yes, provided they complete a New Zealand travel declaration and submit to a COVID test upon arrival.
Top Attractions
Wonderful people and breathtaking scenery – it’s a pretty solid combination.
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3.Canada
Rank Last Year: 1
Why It’s Ranked Highly
It was our travelers’ top safety pick in our annual survey, and its GeoSure scores trail only New Zealand.
Can Americans Travel There?
Yes, but you need proof of vaccination. Travelers are also admitted, according to the Times article, “if they have recovered from COVID-19 and continue to test positive, as long as they can present a positive coronavirus molecular test result on a specimen taken 14 to 180 days before arrival in Canada.”
Top Attractions
The Canadian Rockies might have their American counterparts beat in the beauty department, and there is an incredible amount of love for cities like Montreal and Vancouver.
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4. Sweden
Rank Last Year: 7
Why It’s Ranked Highly
Despite only average marks for COVID mitigation, it receives high GeoSure scores, and travelers in our survey like it, too.
Can Americans Travel There?
Yes, with proof of a recent negative COVID test. Pay close attention to the U.S. Embassy’s COVID page if you plan on traveling to Sweden.
Top Attractions
Stockholm is the main draw, but don’t sleep on the country’s alternately lush and rugged rural north.
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5.Japan
Rank Last Year: 10
Why It’s Ranked Highly
High traveler scores and an effective pandemic response helped it jump five spots from last year.
Can Americans Travel There?
No. According to the U.S. Embassy in Tokyo, “Travel for tourism and most other short-term purposes is still not permitted, and there is no indication that this will change.”
Top Attractions
Dazzling cities, spotless trains, and the misty mystery of the mountainous north, plus adventuresome cuisine and an aesthetic all its own.
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6.Australia
Rank Last Year: 3
Why It’s Ranked Highly
While Australia slipped from past heights in our traveler poll, it maintained high GeoSure scores and also got high marks for COVID mitigation.
Can Americans Travel There?
Yes, at long last.
Top Attractions
Many American travelers’ dream destination, Australia is just exotic enough and just familiar enough to land on everyone’s list. Its cities are civilized and its bush country isn’t, and there’s a whole lot of open space between there and here.
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7. Switzerland
Rank Last Year: 5
Why It’s Ranked Highly
Travelers didn’t rate it as highly as other perennial top-five finishers, and its moderate level of militarization cost it points in the Global Peace Index.
Can Americans Travel There?
Yes, if they’re fully vaccinated and have proof of vaccination. With that proof in hand, the Swiss government will issue a vaccination certificate that allows you to travel the country.
Top Attractions
The amazingly clean cities of Geneva, Basel, and Bern, the mirror lakes, the spectacular mountains, and the friendly people. And chocolate.
What They're Saying
"Switzerland is a wonderful place to visit. As a young adult traveller, I found it very safe, clean and so beautiful! People could be reserved but generally were very welcoming, helpful and respectful."
- Ali Malcolm, Editor at Bookmundi
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8. Ireland
Rank Last Year: 9
Why It’s Ranked Highly
Ireland is always a top vote-getter in our traveler poll, and its cities also get high marks from GeoSure.
Can Americans Travel There?
Yes, with proof of vaccination, recent recovery from COVID, or a recent negative PCR test.
Top Attractions
The lush scenery, the rolling golf courses, and rugged coast, and the warm pubs – but not in that order.
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9. Germany
Rank Last Year: 7
Why It’s Ranked Highly
Germany gets good numbers across the board, from COVID mitigation to GeoSure scores to the travelers’ poll.
Can Americans Travel There?
Yes, if they’re fully vaccinated or have been infected with COVID in the last four weeks to six months. Americans also need to complete a digital registration upon entry.
Top Attractions
Castles, the Rhine, Berlin, Oktoberfest, wine and beer, and so much more.
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10. United Kingdom
Rank Last Year: 8
Why It’s Ranked Highly
It’s popular with American travelers and it did a reasonable job managing COVID.
Can Americans Travel There?
Yes, if you’re not entering the country from a “red-list” country. Also, proof of vaccination is required. Unvaccinated travelers must buy a “travel package” of tests covering an eight-day period.
Top Attractions
Start with London, one of the world’s great cities, but don’t overlook the Lake District, the pastoral beauty of Wales, and Scotland and the rugged north.
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11.Spain
Rank Last Year: 12
Why It’s Ranked Highly
All measures agree that this is where Spain should be ranked.
Can Americans Travel There?
Yes,with proof of a recent negative COVID test.
Top Attractions
Seville, Barcelona, and Madrid are some of Europe's greatest and most popular cities, full of fun, history, and amazing architecture. Ibiza is one of the most popular getaway destinations on the continent.
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12. France
Rank Last Year:13
Why It’s Ranked Highly
Survey respondents like it – which is another way of saying it’s popular with American travelers.
Can Americans Travel There?
Yes,with proof of a recent negative COVID test.
Top Attractions
Paris is Paris, and the rest of the country is pretty special, too.
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13. Italy
Rank Last Year:11
Why It’s Ranked Highly
High scores from the Global Peace Index offset relatively low scores from GeoSure.
Can Americans Travel There?
Yes,with proof of vaccination or proof of a recent negative COVID test.
Top Attractions
Americans have had a love affair with Italy for years, and the country has something to delight every type of traveler, from Rome to Tuscany to Florence to its southern coast and islands.
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14. South Korea
Rank Last Year:18
Why It’s Ranked Highly
South Korea handled the pandemic well, and scored highly with travelers in our survey.
Can Americans Travel There?
Yes,with proof of a recent negative COVID test. Note that unvaccinated travelers are required to quarantine.
Top Attractions
People visit South Korea for Seoul'samazing food scene, its scenic coastline, and the friendliness of the country's people.
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15. Costa Rica
Rank Last Year:17
Why It’s Ranked Highly
There's a fairly steep drop-off in scores between South Korea and Costa Rica; still, travelers gave Costa Ricagood marks in the survey, and the country scored well in the Global Peace Index.
Can Americans Travel There?
Yes,with proof of a recent negative COVID test.
Top Attractions
The rainforests, jungles, mountains, and beaches make Costa Rica popular with Spring Breakers and anyone else looking for a beautiful, eco-friendly destination. (Want to know more? Check out "Is It Safe To Travel to Costa Rica in 2021?" in the BHTP blog.)
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Travel Safety Has Multiple Dimensions
Because we had people who had actually visited specific countries doing the rating this year, we felt comfortable asking them about multiple aspects of travel safety, including safety from crime, terrorism, and disease, and safety for vulnerable groups such as travelers of color and LGBTQ+ travelers.
We used an average of the eight sub-category scores for the Safest Places calculation employed above. Here are the top-10 lists for the sub-categories.
Safest Places To Travel – Safety From Violent Crime
1. Japan
2.United Kingdom
3.New Zealand
4.Iceland
5.Sweden
6.Australia
7.South Korea
8.Canada
9. Germany
10.Ireland
No surprises here. Japan is recognized as a country where violent crime is practically nonexistent, and the rest of the top 10 have the same sort of reputation.
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Safest Places To Travel –Safety From Terrorism
1.Costa Rica
2.Japan
3.Iceland
4.Ireland
5.Sweden
6.New Zealand
7.Dominican Republic
8.Australia
9.Canada
10.South Korea
It makes sense. When was the last time you heard of a terrorist incident in Costa Rica?
Safest Places To Travel –Transportation Safety
1.Canada
2.Sweden
3.Iceland
4. Japan
5.Germany
6.United Kingdom
7.Ireland
8.Switzerland
9.France
10.Thailand
Many of these countries have highly developed rail systems; the rest (except for Thailand) are just plain easy to get around.
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Safest Places To Travel –Health Measures
1.Sweden
2.Spain
3.Switzerland
4.Canada
5.Iceland
6.Japan
7.Germany
8.Ireland
9.Thailand
10.Israel
Sweden’s unorthodox approach to dealing with the pandemic did not cost it points here.
Safest Places To Travel –Women's Safety
1.Ireland
2.Iceland
3. Sweden
4.Canada
5.Switzerland
6.South Korea
7.New Zealand
8.Australia
9.Israel
10.Germany
For what it’s worth, the GeoSure scores for the major cities in these countries largely align with the survey results.
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Safest Places To Travel –People of Color Safety
1.Israel
2.Iceland
3.Thailand
4.Canada
5.Ireland
6.Bahamas
7.Japan
8.Switzerland
9.Sweden
10. France
Israel is an interesting No. 1, but we’re unaware of any acts against people of color in that country.
Safest Places To Travel –LGBTQ+Safety
1.Iceland
2. Sweden
3.Greece
4.Thailand
5.Ireland
6.Switzerland
7.Canada
8.France
9.Japan
10.South Korea
Again, especially with the top three destinations there’s plenty of supporting research corroborating these findings.
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Rankings By Age, Gender, And Income
Unlike past years, survey respondents had wildly different perceptions of the world’s safest countries depending on their age, gender, and income. After we broke apart the responses, here are some of the categories with the biggest deviation from the overall scores:
Millennial Survey Respondents (ages 25-44)
1. South Korea
2. Thailand
3.Ireland
4.Canada
5.Vietnam
6.Greece
7.Japan
8.Sweden
9. Dominican Republic
10. India
Millennials have shown themselves to be the most adventuresome age group, defining countries as safe that other travelers don’t consider safe at all. It makes total sense for them to have a list that includes India and Vietnam.
Respondents With A Household Income Of More Than $100,000
1. Israel
2.Canada
3.Japan
4.Thailand
5.Iceland
6.Switzerland
7.Italy
8.Jamaica
9.Australia
10.Greece
Israel has never been included in our rankings prior to this year though it should have been, based on its popularity. So it’s possible that Israel has always been considered a safe destination. We just never asked.
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Female Survey Respondents
1.China
2.South Korea
3.Iceland
4.Japan
5.Ireland
6. Canada
7.Sweden
8.Thailand
9.Germany
10. Vietnam
There’s quite a bit of correlation between the rankings of countries on their handling of COVID and female travelers’ perception of the safest countries. This is just more evidence that women define travel safety largely as COVID safety, and men don’t.
Male Survey Respondents
1. Switzerland
2. Sweden
3.Canada
4. Japan
5.Jamaica
6.Iceland
7.Israel
8.Ireland
9.Costa Rica
10.Italy
Over the last several years, male travelers have been all about Switzerland, Sweden, Iceland, and (when it’s been part of our rankings) Canada.
Final Notes
Remember that the top-10 lists above only show survey results. They don’t include the additional data from GeoSure, the Global Peace Index, and the State Department that are factored into the overall top 10. And survey results can be variable.
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FAQs
What countries are safest to travel to now? ›
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- Iceland. Reykjavik the capital city of Iceland. ...
- New Zealand. ...
- Ireland. ...
- Denmark. ...
- Austria. ...
- Portugal. ...
- Slovenia. ...
- The Czech Republic.
- Iceland. Iceland ranks first, four paces ahead of where it fell on the list for 2021. ...
- New Zealand. New Zealand takes second place. ...
- Canada. Canada was ranked first on the list for 2021 and, in traveler feedback, remained the “top safety pick” for 2022. ...
- Sweden. ...
- Japan.
- Iceland. Ranked as the world's safest countries to travel to, Iceland is a top tier destination for a stress-free trip. ...
- Switzerland. ...
- Denmark. ...
- New Zealand. ...
- Canada. ...
- Spain. ...
- Portugal. ...
- Ireland.
What is the number 1 safest city in the world? Copenhagen is considered to be the safest place according to the index.
What is the number 1 safest country? ›1. Iceland. According to the Global Peace Index, Iceland is the safest country in the world for the 14th year in a row. Iceland is a Nordic nation with a relatively small population of 340,000.
Where is the safest place in the world right now? ›In fact, according to the Global Peace Index 2022, New Zealand is the second safest country in the world, behind only Iceland. There are several reasons why New Zealand is such a safe place to live. For one, it has a relatively small population and a low crime rate.
What is the best tourist destination in 2022? ›- Barcelona, Spain. ...
- Cancun, Mexico. ...
- Cape Town, South Africa. ...
- Paris, France. ...
- Rome, Italy. ...
- New York City, USA. ...
- Bangkok, Thailand. ...
- London, England.
Safety in the United States (2.440)
Despite being a global superpower, the United States ranks near the bottom of the list in regard to safety—in 2022, its GPI earned the US 129th place out of 163 countries.
- Iceland.
- New Zealand.
- Ireland.
- Denmark.
- Austria.
- Portugal.
- Slovenia.
- The Czech Republic.
- Iran.
- Turkmenistan.
- Chad.
- Bhutan.
- Saudi Arabia.
- Afghanistan.
- Somalia.
- North Korea.
What is the most crime free city in the world? ›
Eskisehir is an ancient city in Turkey with a simple and artistic architecture. It's among the safest places to live in the world where there's no high crime rate.
Which is safest city in USA? ›First up on our list of the Safest Cities in the US is Frisco, Texas. We begin our list by looking at Frisco, Texas. This city is just north of Dallas and is home to over 200,000 people. This city appears on this list due to the meager rates of violent crimes.
Which is the safest city in the world for females? ›Known as 'The Enlightened City', Madinah earned a score of 10/10 based on how safe women feel walking alone at night, despite their gender. While visiting Madinah, women are not required to wear the traditional abaya robe, but they are required to dress modestly.
What is the most feared country in the world? ›- Afghanistan. With a 2022 score of 3.554 (actually slightly safer than 2021's 3.631), Afghanistan remains the most dangerous country in the world for the fifth year in a row. ...
- Yemen. ...
- Syria. ...
- Russia. ...
- South Sudan. ...
- DR Congo. ...
- Iraq.
- Albania.
- Portugal.
- Costa Rica.
- Panama.
- Mexico.
- Thailand.
- Malaysia.
- Vietnam.
- Denmark — 8.98.
- Estonia — 8.91.
- Ireland — 8.90.
- Finland — 8.85.
- Canada — 8.85.
- Australia — 8.84.
- Sweden — 8.83.
- Luxembourg — 8.80.
Key points. Climate change hazards like extreme heat, drought, wildfires, inland flooding, and coastal flooding are expected to impact millions of Americans by 2050. Vermont is the best state to move to avoid climate change. At-risk homeowners can minimize threats and save money by future-proofing their homes.
Where is the safest place to live based on weather? ›...
And the top 10 riskiest places for natural disasters are:
| 1 | Miami-Fort Lauderdale-West Palm Beach, FL |
|---|---|
| 2 | Austin-Round Rock, TX |
| 3 | Oklahoma City, OK |
As we mentioned before, some states are more at risk for natural disasters than others. Michigan is considered to be the state with the least natural disasters, with a minor chance of earthquakes, tornadoes, or hurricanes.
What is the number 1 vacation spot in the world? ›1. The Great Barrier Reef, Australia. What is this? The Great Barrier Reef is one of the undisputed best vacation spots for anyone who wants the opportunity to glimpse one of the most incredible marvels of nature.
Which country is No 1 in world? ›
The overall ranking of Best Countries measure global performance on a variety of metrics. Switzerland is the best country in the world for 2022.
What is the cheapest country to visit 2022? ›- ETHIOPIA. Many people are unaware of the incredible countries in Africa. ...
- MOROCCO. One of the best destinations to travel on a budget is Morocco. ...
- ARGENTINA. ...
- BOLIVIA. ...
- CUBA. ...
- PERU. ...
- CAMBODIA. ...
- PHILIPPINES.
- Tokyo, Japan.
- Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates.
- Doha, Qatar.
- Singapore.
- Copenhagen, Denmark.
- Zurich, Switzerland.
- Amsterdam, The Netherlands.
- Toronto, Canada.
Canadians are significantly less likely to get murdered than Americans, too, although neither country's homicide rate is really something to brag about: both fall in the bottom half of the 36 OECD countries when ranked on murders per 100,000 people annually.
Is 2022 a good year to travel? ›Summer 2022 will be the 'busiest travel season ever', Expedia CEO predicts. He is not alone. Expedia Group Chief Executive Officer Peter Kern believes that 2023 will be the year that we stop predicting a travel recovery and actually start enjoying it.
Which country is the best to visit? ›- Spain. #1 in Solo Travel Rankings. No Change in Rank from 2021. ...
- Italy. #2 in Solo Travel Rankings. ...
- Greece. #3 in Solo Travel Rankings. ...
- New Zealand. #4 in Solo Travel Rankings. ...
- Australia. #5 in Solo Travel Rankings. ...
- Portugal. #6 in Solo Travel Rankings. ...
- Netherlands. #7 in Solo Travel Rankings. ...
- Ireland. #8 in Solo Travel Rankings.
New England continues to be the safest region of the country, according to WalletHub's metrics. Vermont was named the safest state in the U.S. for the second year in a row. Maine, New Hampshire and Utah were also the runners-up in back-to-back years.
What US city has the lowest crime rate? ›...
Safest Cities in America
- GLEN COVE, NEW YORK. ...
- ZIONSVILLE, INDIANA. ...
- RIDGEFIELD, CONNECTICUT. ...
- LAKE IN THE HILLS, ILLINOIS. ...
- BROOKINGS, SOUTH DAKOTA. ...
- DARIEN, CONNECTICUT.
According to the Global Peace Index 2022, Iceland was the most peaceful country in the world with an index value of 1.1.
Which country is safest and happiest? ›
- Finland. Finland ranks as the world's happiest country based on the 2021 report, with a score of 7.842 out of a total possible score of 10. ...
- Denmark. ...
- Iceland. ...
- Netherlands. ...
- Norway. ...
- Sweden. ...
- Honorable Mention: Bhutan.
Iceland is still at the top, being the most peaceful place on the planet since 2008–unsurprisingly, Iceland also ranks third in the world for being the happiest country. New Zealand, Denmark, Portugal, and Slovenia rounded out the top five safest countries in 2021.
In which country there is no fly? ›Vatican City has no airport, but has Vatican City Heliport in the western corner, which is used by visiting heads and Vatican officials. It would be physically impossible to fit an airport into the 0.44 km2 (0.17 sq mi) land area of the Holy See.
What is the safest form of flying? ›Commercial airplanes
As surprising as it might seem, riding in an airplane remains the safest mode of transportation. According to recent research, airplane accidents are only responsible for . 006 deaths per billion miles of travel. Most plane crashes involve privately-owned aircraft.
Japanese citizens now hold the most passport power, as they are able to enter 193 nations visa free, or with visa-on-arrival. South Korea and Singapore hold joint second place, with both countries' passports enabling their citizens to access 192 nations without restrictions.
What is the safest city in Europe? ›3/13 Zürich
Within the country, Zurich isn't just the largest city in the country; it's also crowned the safest, with a low crime index of just 16.71%.
- Merida. Widely acknowledged as the safest city in Mexico (and even Latin America), your biggest safety concern in Mérida will probably be the busy traffic. ...
- Playa del Carmen. ...
- Mexico City. ...
- Puerto Vallarta. ...
- San Miguel de Allende. ...
- Sayulita. ...
- Huatulco.
- Tijuana, Mexico, the city with the highest per capita homicide rate in the world.
- Cape Town, South Africa has the highest homicide rate by death toll.
- Caracas, Venezuela, the city with the highest homicide rate in South America.
- San Diego, California.
- Hartford, Connecticut.
- Portland, Maine.
- Reno, Nevada.
- Fort Collins, Colorado.
- Boston, Massachusetts.
- Madison, Wisconsin.
- Trenton, New Jersey.
Augusta, a small city near Georgia's border with South Carolina, is one of the cheapest and safest places to live in the USA. It has a low crime rate and a low cost of living, making it perfect for those looking to live comfortably and save money.
Where is the safest place to live in United States? ›
| Overall Rank* | City | Total Score |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Columbia, MD | 85.99 |
| 2 | Nashua, NH | 84.44 |
| 3 | Laredo, TX | 83.96 |
| 4 | Portland, ME | 83.49 |
Austria scored the highest for the percentage of women who feel safe walking alone at night — 79%. Norway came in third place with an overall safety score of 7.45/10, and received positive scores for the safety of women walking alone at night, its laws on domestic violence, and its female homicide rate.
Where is the safest place to travel alone? ›...
The Safest Destinations for Solo Travellers
- Iceland. ...
- New Zealand. ...
- Portugal. ...
- Austria. ...
- Denmark. ...
- Canada. ...
- Singapore. ...
- Slovenia.
1. Iceland. According to the GPI, Iceland is officially the safest country in Europe. In fact, it is actually the safest country in the world and has been since the introduction of the GPI back in 2008!
Is it safe to travel Europe right now? ›If you're planning to travel to Europe
If you're vaccinated, most countries are open to you as long as you can show proof of vaccination.
- Portugal. Score 91.22.
- Japan. Score 91.17. ...
- Thailand. Score 90.46. ...
- Singapore. Score 90.09. ...
- India. Score 90.01. ...
- Greece. Score 89.79. ...
- Denmark. Score 89.62. ...
- UK. Score 89.12. ...
Travel increases your chance of getting and spreading COVID-19 . If you're unvaccinated, staying home is the best way to protect yourself and others from COVID-19 . If you must travel and aren't vaccinated, talk with your health care provider and ask about any additional precautions you may need to take.
What is the top 5 safest countries? ›- Switzerland. #1 in Safe. #1 in Best Countries Overall. ...
- Denmark. #2 in Safe. #10 in Best Countries Overall. ...
- New Zealand. #3 in Safe. #11 in Best Countries Overall. ...
- Norway. #4 in Safe. #13 in Best Countries Overall. ...
- Sweden. #5 in Safe. #5 in Best Countries Overall. ...
- Finland. #6 in Safe. ...
- Canada. #7 in Safe. ...
- Netherlands. #8 in Safe.
Europe is supposed to be the safest continent in the world, only two European countries rank in the top 50 of the most dangerous countries in the world (according to the Global Peace Index), Ukraine (10th), and Russia (13th); while 7 of the top 10 safest countries are indeed in Europe.
What European country has the least amount of crime? ›1. Iceland. Opening the list of the safest countries in Europe is Iceland, which has ranked as the safest country worldwide for more than 10 consecutive years.
What should I be careful of in Europe? ›
- Do Not Litter.
- Do Not Beckon The Waiter By Waving.
- Do Not Use The Bicycle Lanes For Walking.
- Do Not Skip The First Verse Of German National Anthem.
- Do not Assume That Everyone Knows English.
- Avoid Making Much Noise.
- Do Not Leave A Bigger Tip Than Required.
- Avoid Jaywalking.
Entry and Exit Requirements
All other U.S. citizens can enter Germany for all purposes, including tourism.
Exercise increased caution due to crime. Both violent and non-violent crime occur throughout Mexico City. Use additional caution, particularly at night, outside of the frequented tourist areas where police and security patrol more routinely. Petty crime occurs frequently in both tourist and non-tourist areas.
Where is the best place to travel to in 2022? ›- A rooftop pool at the O2 Beach Club & Spa in Barbados. ...
- Grenada's Grand Anse Beach. ...
- Nneya Richards in Martinique—one of the top travel destinations for 2022. ...
- A panorama along Bow River Parkway in Alberta's Banff National Park. ...
- Peggy Bree in Huacachina, Peru.
Iceland is still at the top, being the most peaceful place on the planet since 2008–unsurprisingly, Iceland also ranks third in the world for being the happiest country. New Zealand, Denmark, Portugal, and Slovenia rounded out the top five safest countries in 2021.
How do you avoid Covid on a plane? ›Wear a mask. Avoid close contact by staying at least 6 feet apart from anyone not in your group. Avoid touching your eyes, nose, and mouth. Consider testing.
Can you catch Covid on a plane? ›The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, based on a bizarre study commissioned by many federal agencies involving mannequins coughing at one another, suggested that “most viruses and other germs do not spread easily on flights because of how air circulates and is filtered on airplanes.”
Should you bring your own pillow to a hotel? ›This can mean that your hotel pillow isn't just home to your head – but also colonies of sneeze-inducing dust mites. And if you use a hypoallergenic pillow at home to avoid all that, it's worth bringing with you. The other point here is comfort. You often don't notice your pillow until it's uncomfortable.