InterNations names Vietnam as one of the friendliest places on earth
	Kien Giang In Top 10 Friendliest Destinations In The World

International tourists visit Hanoi (Photo: VNA)

This ranking is built on analyzing more than 100,000 reviews of customers to businesses, including restaurants, entertainment destinations, tourist attractions, and recreational activities across 107 cities worldwide.

Ranking first in the list is Edinburgh of Scotland (the UK), reaching the ratings of 59%. Hanoi, the capital of Vietnam, follows closely in second place with 58,6% and Liverpool (the UK) ranks third with 58,3%.

Other cities in the top 10 include Paris (France), Dublin (Ireland), Montreal (Canada)... According to The Star, Southeast Asia is generally regarded as one of the world’s friendliest regions.

From Thailand to Indonesia, local people always smile and are willing to assist travellers. However, Vietnam is frequently chosen by tourists as the friendliest destination in the region.

In late June 2026, Indiatvnews of India also published an article analyzing reasons why Vietnam has become one of the most popular destinations among Indian travellers, including the combination of factors: affordable prices, convenient air connectivity, diverse landscapes, and friendly services.

Vietnam named one of the friendliest places on Earth for expats More than 80 percent of expats describe the Vietnamese as welcoming, and 16 percent plan to stay forever.

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