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Travelzoo Poll: Friendliest Countries and Cities for Travelers Revealed

The results are in! Travelzoo surveyed over 6,000 members to identify the world's friendliest travel destinations. The findings highlight welcoming spots that inspire big smiles and immediate booking plans.

Here's what our community shared:

Latin America

One-quarter of respondents named Mexico the friendliest destination in Latin America.
Travelzoo Poll: Friendliest Countries and Cities for Travelers Revealed
Guadalajara
Travelzoo Poll: Friendliest Countries and Cities for Travelers Revealed
Mexico City

Europe

Italy topped the list as Europe's friendliest destination, followed by Ireland, the United Kingdom, Spain, and the Netherlands.
Travelzoo Poll: Friendliest Countries and Cities for Travelers Revealed
Dublin, Ireland: Temple Bar district
Travelzoo Poll: Friendliest Countries and Cities for Travelers Revealed
London, England
Travelzoo Poll: Friendliest Countries and Cities for Travelers Revealed
Madrid, Spain

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Asia Pacific

Australia claimed the top spot as the friendliest country in Asia Pacific, selected by more than one-quarter of respondents.
Travelzoo Poll: Friendliest Countries and Cities for Travelers Revealed
Mansfield, Australia
Travelzoo Poll: Friendliest Countries and Cities for Travelers Revealed
Byron Bay, Australia
Travelzoo Poll: Friendliest Countries and Cities for Travelers Revealed
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