Best Countries to Visit & Travel in 2026
Whether you have 2 weeks or 6 months, choosing where to go next is half the battle. We've ranked destinations based on what matters most to travellers: safety, ease of entry, affordability, natural beauty, and things to do. Use this guide to discover countries you'll actually love โ not just the obvious tourist traps.
Thailand
93%Bangkok ยท Thai
- Very low cost
- Great food
Georgia
93%Tbilisi ยท Georgian
- Visa-free 1 year for most passports
- Extremely low taxes (1% for freelancers)
Vietnam
92%Hanoi ยท Vietnamese
- Extremely affordable
- Delicious food
Romania
92%Bucharest ยท Romanian
- EU member
- Very affordable
Armenia
92%Yerevan ยท Armenian / Russian
- Very low cost of living
- No income tax for IT workers (until 2025)
Russia
92%Moscow ยท Russian
- Very low cost of living vs quality
- Excellent metro cities (Moscow, SPb)
Kazakhstan
92%Astana ยท Kazakh / Russian
- Very low cost of living
- Russian-speaking environment
Bulgaria
92%Sofia ยท Bulgarian
- Flat 10% income tax (lowest in EU)
- EU member (Schengen from 2024)
Colombia
91%Bogotรก ยท Spanish
- Eternal spring climate in Medellรญn
- Vibrant culture
Albania
91%Tirana ยท Albanian
- Extremely affordable
- Visa-free 1 year for many
Argentina
91%Buenos Aires ยท Spanish
- Buenos Aires โ Paris of South America
- European culture and architecture
Morocco
91%Rabat ยท Arabic / French
- Very low cost of living
- Stunning scenery (Sahara, Atlas, coast)
Philippines
91%Manila ยท Filipino / English
- English widely spoken
- Very affordable
Brazil
91%Brasรญlia ยท Portuguese
- Incredible nature (Amazon, Iguazu, beaches)
- Vibrant culture and nightlife
India
91%New Delhi ยท Hindi / English
- Incredibly low cost of living
- English widely spoken
Ecuador
91%Quito ยท Spanish
- Uses US Dollar (no currency risk)
- Very affordable
Taiwan
91%Taipei ยท Mandarin Chinese
- World's fastest internet (300+ Mbps avg)
- Very safe
Hungary
90%Budapest ยท Hungarian
- Flat 15% income tax
- Beautiful Budapest
Malaysia
90%Kuala Lumpur ยท Malay / English
- English widely spoken
- Modern infrastructure
Poland
90%Warsaw ยท Polish
- EU member
- Fast-growing economy
Croatia
90%Zagreb ยท Croatian
- Stunning Adriatic coastline
- EU + Schengen member
Costa Rica
90%San Josรฉ ยท Spanish
- Stable democracy
- No army โ peaceful
Egypt
90%Cairo ยท Arabic
- Extremely affordable
- Visa on arrival for most
Mexico
89%Mexico City ยท Spanish
- US time zones (CDMX)
- Rich culture
Indonesia (Bali)
89%Jakarta (Bali is regional) ยท Indonesian / Balinese
- Beautiful nature
- Strong digital nomad community
Serbia
89%Belgrade ยท Serbian
- Very affordable
- Excellent internet
Turkey
89%Ankara (Istanbul is largest) ยท Turkish
- Istanbul is a world-class city
- Very affordable post-lira decline
Montenegro
89%Podgorica ยท Montenegrin
- Lowest flat tax in Europe (9%)
- Stunning Bay of Kotor
South Africa
88%Cape Town (legislative) ยท English / Zulu / Afrikaans
- Stunning nature (safaris, mountains, beaches)
- English widely spoken
Portugal
87%Lisbon ยท Portuguese
- EU access
- English widely spoken
Spain
87%Madrid ยท Spanish
- Excellent lifestyle
- Great food and culture
Estonia
87%Tallinn ยท Estonian
- World's most digital country
- Official Digital Nomad Visa
Japan
87%Tokyo ยท Japanese
- Safest country in the world
- Ultra-fast internet
Italy
87%Rome ยท Italian
- World-class food and wine
- Stunning art and history
South Korea
87%Seoul ยท Korean
- World's fastest internet
- Ultra-safe
Czech Republic
86%Prague ยท Czech
- Prague โ one of Europe's most beautiful cities
- EU + Schengen
Greece
86%Athens ยท Greek
- Digital Nomad Visa with 50% income tax reduction
- Mediterranean climate 300 days of sun
Cyprus
86%Nicosia ยท Greek / English
- 12.5% corporate tax โ lowest in EU
- 340 sunny days per year
Austria
78%Vienna ยท German
- World's most livable city (Vienna, consistently #1)
- EU + Schengen
New Zealand
78%Wellington ยท English / Mฤori
- Some of the world's most stunning nature
- Safe and peaceful (no nuclear weapons policy)
France
77%Paris ยท French
- World-renowned culture and cuisine
- Excellent healthcare (top-ranked)
Germany
71%Berlin ยท German
- Strongest EU economy
- Excellent healthcare and education
Canada
71%Ottawa ยท English / French
- World-class immigration pathways
- Multicultural and welcoming
Israel
69%Jerusalem (Tel Aviv is business hub) ยท Hebrew / Arabic / English
- World-class tech ecosystem (Silicon Wadi)
- English widely spoken
Switzerland
67%Bern ยท German / French / Italian
- Top 3 highest quality of life globally
- Low effective tax rates (lump-sum option)
UAE (Dubai)
66%Abu Dhabi ยท Arabic / English
- Zero income tax
- World-class infrastructure
United Kingdom
66%London ยท English
- Global financial hub (London)
- English-speaking
Singapore
66%Singapore ยท English / Mandarin / Malay / Tamil
- Safest country in Asia (world-class)
- World's fastest internet
Ireland
66%Dublin ยท English / Irish
- 12.5% corporate tax (lowest in EU)
- English-speaking EU country
Netherlands
66%Amsterdam ยท Dutch (English widely spoken)
- English spoken everywhere
- 30% ruling โ huge tax break for expats
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What is the best country to visit in 2026?
Japan is the top-rated destination in 2026 for safety (10/10), culture, food, and unique experiences. Thailand is best value-for-money. Georgia tops the list for outdoor adventures combined with low costs. Portugal is best for European charm + affordability. Use our quiz to find the best match for your specific budget and preferences.
Where should I travel if I don't know where to go?
Take our 2-minute quiz โ it asks about your budget, climate preference, visa situation, and lifestyle, then gives you a ranked list of countries that match. Alternatively: if you want warmth + affordability, start with Thailand or Georgia. If you want safety + culture, try Japan or Portugal. If you want adventure, try Colombia or New Zealand.