Cambodia Topped the List of Friendliest Countries in the World

Cambodia Topped the List of Friendliest Countries in the World

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Where are the friendliest countries in the world? Most travellers will usually point you in the direction of Southeast Asia, and so will a recent poll from British travel guide book publisher Rough Guides. The London-based company conducted a reader’s poll and compiled answers through Twitter and Facebook to figure out which countries had the nicest locals you’ll ever meet.

Cambodia was by far the top answer in our poll and a popular choice among staff members and Rough Guides Twitter followers alike,” says the guide book publisher. Other Southeast Asian countries such as the Philippines, Laos, Thailand, and Indonesia also dominated the list, proving each country’s reputation for world-class hospitality and the kindness of their residents.

Want to know if your home country made the list? Check out the world’s friendliest countries below:

Top 10 friendliest countries in the world, according to Rough Guides

1. Cambodia

Cambodia Topped the List of Friendliest Countries in the World

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2. Philippines

Top 10 friendliest countries in the world: Philippines

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3. Laos

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4. Nepal

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5. Thailand

Top 10 friendliest countries in the world: Thailand

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6. Myanmar

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7. Indonesia

Top 10 friendliest countries in the world: Indonesia

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8. Fiji

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9. Scotland

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10. Sri Lanka

Top 10 friendliest countries in the world: Sri Lanka

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Besides tropical jungles and palm-lined beaches with white sands, Southeast Asia is home to some of the kindest residents, whose wide smiles and cheerful disposition will surely leave an impression. 

Also read: Out of Curiosity: What Do Southeast Asians Really Think of One Another?

How many of the friendliest countries in the world have you visited so far? We’d love to hear your travel stories — drop us a comment on our official Facebook page here!


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