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Top 20 Safest And Friendliest Countries Best For Independent And Solo Travellers

Prof. Dr. Amarendra Bhushan DhirajProf. Dr. Amarendra Bhushan DhirajC-Suite AgendaC-Suite Travel
New Zealand

After considering many important factors like safety, security, and happiness editors at Travel + Leisure magazine have given New Zealand the title of best country for independent and solo travellers.

Interestingly, the United States was surprisingly absent from the top 20 list. New Zealand (Why Go?) — According to the travel magazine, New Zealanders who are one of the “friendliest and most open-minded people in the world.”

Have no fear.

Here are the safest, friendliest top 20 Countries to currently travel to solo and have a great time while you’re at it…

New Zealand

No. 1 New Zealand
Safety Ranking: 4
Happiness Ranking: 24

No. 2 Norway
Safety Ranking: 10
Happiness Ranking: 22

Switzerland

No. 3 Switzerland
Safety Ranking: 5
Happiness Ranking: 30

No. 4 Costa Rica
Safety Ranking: 42
Happiness Ranking: 1

Austria

No. 5 Austria
Safety Ranking: 3
Happiness Ranking: 42

No. 6 Vietnam
Safety Ranking: 45
Happiness Ranking: 2

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No. 7 Chile
Safety Ranking: 30
Happiness Ranking: 19

No. 8 Japan (tie)
Safety Ranking: 8
Happiness Ranking: 48

Sweden

No. 8 Sweden (tie)
Safety Ranking: 11
Happiness Ranking: 45

No. 10 Indonesia
Safety Ranking: 54
Happiness Ranking: 5

Neuschwanstein Castle, Germany

No. 11 Germany
Safety Ranking: 17
Happiness Ranking: 43

No. 12 Argentina
Safety Ranking: 43
Happiness Ranking: 18

No. 13 Canada (tie)
Safety Ranking: 7
Happiness Ranking: 58

No. 13 Finland (tie)
Safety Ranking: 6
Happiness Ranking: 59

No. 13 Laos (tie)
Safety Ranking: 38
Happiness Ranking: 27

No. 16 Panama
Safety Ranking: 57
Happiness Ranking: 9

No. 17 Netherlands
Safety Ranking: 20
Happiness Ranking: 55

No. 18 Ireland
Safety Ranking: 13
Happiness Ranking: 67

No. 19 Iceland
Safety Ranking: 1
Happiness Ranking: 80

No. 20 United Kingdom – the land of Shakespeare.
Safety Ranking: 47
Happiness Ranking: 39

In determining the list of best countries for solo travellers, editors also used the Happy Planet Index as a reference for a country’s well-being and environmental impact. For safety indicators, the Global Peace Index was also used as part of the criteria.

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Prof. Dr. Amarendra Bhushan Dhiraj

Prof. Dr. Amarendra Bhushan Dhiraj

Prof. Dr. Amarendra Bhushan Dhiraj is a media and technology executive, macro-economist, strategic thinker, chair, and chief executive officer of the CEOWORLD magazine, one of the world’s most influential and recognized global news publications. Under Dr. Amarendra's leadership, CEOWORLD magazine has become the world's most iconic news organization, whose rigorous reporting and unsurpassed storytelling connect with millions of business leaders daily. Additionally, he serves as the chair and founding member of the CEOWORLD magazine’s Inclusion Advisory Board.

In his current role, he counsels and collaborates with c-suite executives of large multinational corporations, helping them drive change in their companies to improve their competitiveness. Dr. Amarendra has extensive experience in serving on numerous boards. He leads and supports a globally dispersed team of columnists, correspondents, editors, journalists, reporters, researchers, and industry analysts.

He received his Ph.D. in Finance and Banking from the European Global School, Paris, France. He also received his Doctoral Degree in Chartered Accountancy from the European International University Paris, France, and a Doctorate in Business Administration from Kyiv National University of Technologies and Design (KNUTD), Ukraine. He earned his Master of Business Administration degree in Finance and his master’s degree in Chartered Accountancy (CA) from European Global School Paris. Dr. Amarendra also holds a Master of Business Administration degree in International Relations and Affairs from the American University of Athens, Alabama, United States.

As CEO, he transformed the CEOWORLD magazine into a highly efficient, digital-first, profitable enterprise. Today, CEOWORLD magazine is a standard bearer for modern responsible journalism. Dr. Amarendra retains a strong desire to continuously improve his skills and abilities and believes that the first step to being a true leader is to inspire others to lead with you.

Prof. Dr. Amarendra Bhushan Dhiraj is the CHAIR, CEO, AND EDITORIAL DIRECTOR of the CEOWORLD magazine. Connect with him through LinkedIn.
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