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Canada was just ranked one of the friendliest countries in the world — but we’re not #1

<img src="https://www.mtlblog.com/media-library/canada-flag-waves-in-front-of-a-rocky-mountain-backdrop-illustrative.jpg?id=53769281&width=1200&height=800&coordinates=218%2C0%2C219%2C0"/><br/><br/><p>Canada was just ranked one of the friendliest countries in the world, but we're far from the number one spot — and with our reputation for being extra welcoming, you'd think we'd be closer to the top.</p><p>According to <a href="https://www.cntraveller.com/gallery/friendliest-countries-world" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Condé Nast Traveller's 2024 Readers' Choice Awards</a>, we're the fifth-friendliest country in the world this year. While we're definitely proud of our spot, we can't help but wonder — shouldn't we be a little higher on the list?</p><p>CN Traveller's <a href="https://www.mtlblog.com/montreal-ranked-best-cities-in-the-world-cn-traveler-2024" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Readers' Choice Awards</a> are based on votes from seasoned travellers across the U.K. who've experienced hospitality across the globe. These well-travelled folks rated countries on how welcoming and warm they are to visitors, and each one was given a score out of 100. </p><p>While this list didn't include Europe (it had <a href="https://www.cntraveller.com/gallery/friendliest-countries-in-europe" target="_blank" rel="noopener">its own ranking</a>), only one European country — Austria — scored higher than Canada, with a score of 93.88 in the European ranking. So, if you want to get technical about it, we're actually the 6th friendliest country overall — not too bad for a place internationally known for how often we say "sorry"!</p><p>Let's dive into who else made the top 10. Here's the full rundown of the friendliest countries in the world for 2024 and their overall scores:</p><ol><li>Costa Rica (96.15)</li><li>New Zealand (95.63)</li><li>Thailand (94.37)</li><li>Maldives (93.50)</li><li>Canada (93.33)</li><li>Japan (93.25)</li><li>Sri Lanka (92.73)</li><li>Mexico (92.17)</li><li>Vietnam (90.00)</li><li>Seychelles (88.84)</li></ol><p>While Costa Rica took the crown this year, being recognized as one of the friendliest countries in the world is still a win for Canada. From the politeness you find even in bustling cities like Montreal and Vancouver to the small-town charm spread across the country, it's easy to see why travellers love visiting. </p><p>Plus, with natural wonders like Niagara Falls and the northern lights as backdrops, who wouldn't want to chat with a friendly Canadian?</p><p>In the end, this ranking confirms what most of us already know — Canada is one of the best places to visit, thanks to our warm and welcoming people. It's no wonder we're considered one of the <a href="https://www.mtlblog.com/canada-ranked-best-countries-in-the-world-cn-traveler-2024" target="_blank" rel="noopener">best places to travel in the world</a>!</p><p><span></span><em>Love this? Check out our <a href="https://www.mtlblog.com/notices/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">MTL Blog noticeboard</a> for details on jobs, benefits, travel info and more!</em></p><p><em>AI tools may have been used to support the creation or distribution of this content; however, it has been carefully edited and fact-checked by a member of MTL Blog's Editorial team. For more information on our use of AI, please visit our <a href="https://www.mtlblog.com/editorial-standards" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Editorial Standards page</a>.</em></p>