Top Ten Countries with the Best Lifestyle

The Top Ten
1 Canada Canada is a country in North America that is next to the United States, and it's the 2nd largest country in the world by area (size is 9.985 million km²). This country has 10 provinces, and 3 territories. Canada became a dominion on July 1, 1867. Its 10 provinces are: Ontario, British Columbia, Quebec, Alberta, Newfoundland and Labrador, Nova Scotia, Saskatchewan, Manitoba, New Brunswick, and Prince Edward Island. Its 3 territories are: Yukon, Northwest territories, and Nunavut. Toronto, Quebec City, Montreal, Vancouver, Winnipeg, St. John's, and Fredericton are major cities in the country. Canada's capital city, Ottawa, is in the southeastern province of Ontario, near the city of Montreal ...read more.

I think exactly the same, I've been there 3 times and loved how the people of Canada treated you, unlike the UK, Canada actually had people that where very very helpful, at the house we stayed in, the neighbor brought us a Christmas cake even though we only talked to her once. The beauty of Canada is amazing, as well as the amazing buildings and waterfalls.

What a country!
Canada is awesome, its unique lifestyle and the way the Canadian natives associate with us is simply awesome! It is naturally beautiful with its surroundings as well as arts and architectures.. We as humans living with Canadians are better!

Best country in the history of mankind! Canadian culture is the most inclusive in the world... The country was built on the shoulders of diversity and continues to be a leader in this regard. If only the rest of the world could be more like Canada. Nicest people ever... Go Canada!

Canada is the best country to raise your children. People living there are helpful and willing to accept you as part of the community. No discrimination and lots of possibilities for developing a business. Free and accepting country. We really enjoyed staying there.

2 United States of America The United States of America, or the U.S.A. for short, is a federal republic composed of 50 states, 48 of them are contiguous states. There are two other states, Alaska and Hawaii, which are north and south of the contiguous states, respectively. The United States declared its independence from the British Empire in 1776 with the Declaration of Independence. They won their independence in 1783 with the Treaty of Paris. Its capital, Washington D.C. (District of Columbia) is defined by imposing neoclassical monuments and buildings including the iconic ones that house the federal government's 3 branches: the Capitol, White House and Supreme Court. Though it has no official language, English and ...read more.

America has democracy, a political system of checks and balances, freedom to start a business and invest, and plenty of diverse regions to visit. There is plenty of education to be had as long as you're willing and driven enough to pay for it and see it through. There will always be room for improvement with any nation and ours is constantly changing and updating. America steps up and takes on the global responsibilities that a lot of countries choose to ignore. For a young nation, America is doing okay.

Big houses, spacious roads, big cars with automatic transmission, drive-thrus everywhere, well maintained environment, so many things to do and places to visit, from the deserts of Cali to forests of Seattle to bustling streets of NYC to palm tree villas of florida AND GOOD FOOD. One word describes it all in this gigantic country - FREEDOM this amazing nation has it all. People only hate America because of the politics and people. Haters gonna hate

So terrible that nobody ever tries to move there, except for the fact that the US has more LEGAL immigrants than the UK, France, and Germany combined, not to mention the people who want to go there so badly they sneak in.
The USA is at #2, just behind France for total number of tourists, although it is much more difficult and farther for Europeans to get there.

You know, once you get past the fact everyone hates America, it's a pretty nice place to live. It's the richest nation in the world with (probably) the best living space, and chances are, if you can afford to live in America, you're kinda already rich, globally speaking.

3 France France, officially the French Republic, is a sovereign state comprising territory in western Europe and several overseas regions and territories. The European part of France, called metropolitan France, extends from the Mediterranean Sea to the English Channel and the North Sea, and from the Rhine to the Atlantic Ocean. France spans 675,000 km2 (251,000 mi2) and has a total population of 67 million (data from 2017). ...read more.

Of course France is famously known for its gastronomy, but that is just the visible part of the iceberg. With more than 84 millions of tourists in 2015 is the most visited country in the world with USA and Spain. And it is also ranked number 6 in terms of GDP. Is in the top 3 for its healthcare system and the top 1 in Europe for its number of diverse cultures and origins, the French Art de Vivre is worldly known and only in France you could appreciate that.

It's because they have one of the best LifeStyle than they have been attacked by Daesh. Don't say ISIS, like someone, calling them ISIS is just to recognize their self proclaimed Islamic state. I live there without any problem, prefer to live with Honor and to die the same, than to live in country closed and not brave.

Sure if you are afraid of Islamic groups, just stay home, don't go outside. It's so stupid, the risk yo be killed by a terrorist attack is 1000 times less than to be killed in a car crash during your daily trip going to work. Visit France, without any risk.

I live in France, it's a very varied and beautiful country. You can enjoy the longest holidays in the world, go skiing, go to the seaside and there's the best food in the world, truly!

4 Japan Japan is an island country in East Asia in the Pacific Ocean. It lies off the eastern coast of the Asia Mainland (east of China, Korea, Russia) and stretching from the Sea of Okhotsk in the north to the East China Sea and near Taiwan in the southwest.

Japan has a huge capital city called Tokyo, other cities in Japan include Fukuoka, Hiroshima, Osaka, Nagoya and Sendai. It's close to South Korea, which is on the North West of it. It has a large population of 126.86 million people (Statistics Bureau of Japan. Retrieved April 27, 2016). ...read more.

Simple life and very low crime rate! The best country to visit despite the fact that it is the most expensive country in the world, that is. Also, contrary to popular belief, Japanese people are not as racist than people think and it is one of the most peaceful countries in the world. Hurrah! Banzai!

It is great. I can't see any beggars here because Japanese people works so hard. Best in Technology, Video Games, Music, entertainment, girls, tourist spots, everything is beautiful here. Don't ever believe that there is no greater country in America.

I am a chinese but I think japan is an incredible country. However for some of you western fellas the life style in japan might be way too hectic. Those hard-working asians probably will drive you crazy.

They have many beautiful sight seeing places to seek, low crime rates, very delicious and healthy foods, and they have the longest life spans in the world.

5 Italy Italy (Italian: Repubblica Italiana) is a sovereign state and unitary parliamentary republic in south-central Europe.

Italy covers an area of 301,338 km². With almost 62 million inhabitants, it is the third most populous EU member state. Located in the heart of the Mediterranean Sea, Italy shares open land borders with France, Switzerland, Austria, Slovenia, San Marino, and Vatican City. The... read more

I love Italy! I have been there about a hundred times. The people are so emotional and so funny and the architecture is beautiful and the language too. The food is the best in the world and the ice cream can be called ice cream. If heaven was in earth, it would probably be in Italy.

A great life, as health care is free, there are job opportunities anywhere. Italy's known for being one of the healthiest nations on earth, thanks to this lifestyle you are guaranteed to live an average of 85+ years in age. You're also surrounded by beautiful landscapes, people, traditions/ cultures, language, food, etc…

Poor behavior towards foreigners. Lots of smoking (all ages). Loud during the day and night. Italy's economy is quickly going down the drain. Absolutely horrible education system and terrible government.

6 Australia Australia, officially the Commonwealth of Australia, is a sovereign country comprising the mainland of the Australian continent, the island of Tasmania, and numerous smaller islands. With an area of 7,617,930 square kilometres (2,941,300 sq mi), Australia is the largest country by area in Oceania and the world's sixth-largest country. Australia is the oldest, flattest, and driest inhabited continent, with the least fertile soils. It is a megadiverse country, and its size gives it a wide variety of landscapes and climates, with deserts in the centre, tropical rainforests in the north-east, and mountain ranges in the south-east.

Laugh out loud Australia 11th? More like 2nd or 3rd? US 2nd? Hahahs really? More like last, you have the biggest debt in the world. Whereas my Government in Australia pays for my education, healthcare, computers, and University cost.
This website is very inaccurate, a country with best 'lifestyle' should be a country with an unemployment rate below 5%.
If you have no money, how do you even afford a good lifestyle.

I'd say compared to where you live it is different. Living in Canberra compared to Manhattan, it is less populated and there is less traffic. In Canberra, it is quite easy to get anywhere, whereas if you were in Manhattan or India, you would get many traffic jams. It is quite a laid-back lifestyle and I personally think it is the best.

Having travelled all over the world and lived in the US & Asia, coming home to Australia is always a pleasure. We have great fresh produce, exceptional wines, gorgeous coastline, good weather and now a multiracial society that contributes to what is Australia today!

Having been to many other countries and having lived in Australia for over twenty years I can safely say that Australia is a really good place to live. Its on par with France for food. Great weather and a sound medical system. No one can match that at present.

7 England England, previously the Kingdom of England, is a constituent country of the United Kingdom along with Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland. ...read more.

I live here, and I couldn't ask for a better lifestyle. I have a great education and health care is free, well unless you count the taxes, the history behind England is immense, there is so much to do and learn and a nice quick escape from the cities is the countryside which takes little less than an hour. There are some amazing people who live around here and honestly it's truly awesome.

Education is horrible health care and everything else is expensive and everyone is ugly and rude I'm british and I'm starting to believe Americans are dumb if they want to live in this dump. Your life long dream is horrible and other dude TRUST me don't leave the states for England. I MEAN IT!

I live in the states. but England is by far where I want to live when I grow up. Everyone there is so sweet and they all eat so healthy. It really helps you to stay fit. You walk everywhere and there are so many sights to see. I can't believe England isn't first on this list.

England, is great, sure there are some issues, but not as many as in most countries. And I'm not just saying this it is truly is great, unlike the other countries posts where it is mostly blind patriotism. It baffles me that it is this low.

8 Portugal Portugal (est.1152), officially the Portuguese Republic, is a country located mostly on the Iberian Peninsula in southwestern Europe. It is the westernmost country of mainland Europe, bordered to the west and south by the Atlantic Ocean and to the north and east by Spain. Its territory also includes the Atlantic archipelagos of the Azores and Madeira, both autonomous regions with their own regional governments. Portuguese is its official language and is the birthplace of it and Mirandese is considered a co-official language spoken only in a small northeastern section of the country. The most predominant religion is Christianity, mainly Roman Catholism. ...read more.

Great people amazing food and laid back!

9 Germany Germany was formally united in 1871 under the initiative of Bismarck with King Wilhelm of Prussia as emperor. The previous 'Holy Roman Empire', basically a continuation of the empire of Charlemagne/Karl der Grosse was dissolved in 1806.

Some territory was lost after World War 1 and a lot more after World War 2, basically started by Hitler's Nazi dictatorship. Then the Soviets kept their zone... read more

Oh, I don't know why I love Germany so much. I am not German, I have never been there, and I barely know that many German people. I just really love Germany. (To tell you the truth, this would be my second language if I had a choice! )

Germany just do everything better! They have great sports teams, great industry, brilliant history and fantastic healthcare and education. Its Grundgesetz protects freedom and prevents inequality

German People are much friendly and the Country is runned by the Police... So People are Shared from them which reduces Crime and keeps the Country very clean... The Country is very organized

10 India India, officially the Republic of India, is a country in South Asia. It is the seventh-largest country by area, the second-most populous country (with over 1.2 billion people), and the most populous democracy in the world. Its capital is New Delhi. Some other major cities are Mumbai, Chennai, and Ahemdabad. The most spoken languages are Hindi and English, but there are 22 official Indian languages.

Simply awesome country... Nothing that can not possible here.
Every geographical condition...
Every type of climate...
Temprature can range from -52 to + 52 degree celcius.
High himalayas...
Hot thar desert...
Cold deserts..
Rainforests..
Beaches goa etc
Great indo gangatic planes
Deccan pleatu
Almost every type of soil...
World's most wettest place... Myasinram...
Oldest living cities.. Varanasi etc
Monuments like tajmahal...
The only country having both loins and tigers
Yoga..
Ayurveda...
Kamasutra..
Inventor of martial arts...
Chess
Snake and ladder...
Birthplace of Hinduism, buddhism, Sikhism, jainism... With a flourishing population of Islam...
Every mile of India just gives excitement...
But you must explore it...
Just come here... You'll love it
Many foreigners just come to goa and get attached...
If you will explored it wisely, you'll never leave it
I bet...

India has the WORST lifestyle ever! Don't go there. Everyone there is almost homeless and I have been to India before. There is no peace in India because it has bad politicians, very filthy and noisy. Bollywood is horrible and they can barely do anything. besides who does yoga anymore? Fat people? The culture I believe is very weird and I know because I am Indian

It is very diverse, you can choose to live in big metros or distant villages, from high tech cities like Banglore to very old holy cities like Varanasi. Majority of people are very tolerant and friendly.

Some points to consider -
High pollution and overcrowding in metros.
Diversity of languages, religion, races etc.

Easy going lifestyle of India is INCREDIBLE. Most diverse country in world. Full of different cultures and lifestyles. India is one country whose heritage, culture and lifestyle is to explore for.

The Contenders
11 Sweden Sweden, officially the Kingdom of Sweden, is a Scandinavian country in Northern Europe. ...read more.

Have been there about a hundred times. The people are so emotional and so funny and the architecture is beautiful and the language too. Best climate in the world from the snowey mountains to the green pacific coast or the tropical rain forest.

I been to Sweden about 6 times in my life and I'm thinking of moving there, the people are so nice and friendly and it's a really beautiful country. Maybe even the best place to live ever.

Honestly all Nordic Countries are the best and their girls are crazy hot.

Oh nice place, too green, airy places wide range of wild life, excellent infrastructure I never assume a country before Sweden Best Love places, nice culture

12 Spain Spain, or the Kingdom of Spain, is a country in southwestern Europe with parts of territory in the Atlantic Ocean and across the Mediterranean Sea. The largest part of Spain is situated on the Iberian Peninsula; its territory also includes the Canary Islands in the Atlantic Ocean, the Balearic Islands ...read more.

Spain is amazing! I love it so much. The laid-back lifestyle, the great people, the delicious food. It's a beautiful country with so much to offer. I want to move there after college.. It's an awesome country

Nice country really chill and I like the bull fights.

25% of unemployment, corruption, enormous bureaucracy, streets full of holes, garbage in public parks, slow and expensive internet, horribly expensive electricity etc. Really

Naturally outstanding, culturally rich, and highly edible and drinkable

13 Greece Greece, officially the Hellenic Republic, is a country in Southeast Europe. It is situated on the southern tip of the Balkans, and is located at the crossroads of Europe, Asia, and Africa. Greece shares land borders with Albania to the northwest, North Macedonia and Bulgaria to the north, and Turkey ...read more.

With the warmth of its people and culture, why wouldn't someone want to live in Greece, profitable homes, beautiful beaches, great night life bit only for the young generation but from young through to elderly! Food what can I say. You sure know you are alive on Greece! I vote for Greece!

Greece is the best place to live. If you come in the summer you will think that you are in heaven! What can I say about the beautiful beaches the old culture...

Most relaxing place to live! And very beautiful

Best country in the world!

14 Norway Norway, officially the Kingdom of Norway, is a sovereign and unitary monarchy in Northern Europe whose territory comprises the western portion of the Scandinavian Peninsula plus the island Jan Mayen and the archipelago of Svalbard. ...read more.

Norway is one of the best countries ever. Just about every place in Norway is beautiful and peaceful, from the urban to rural areas. The places are very spotless as well. The people are also welcoming to foreigners. Without a doubt, Norway's lifestyle is one of the best in the world.

Norway has one of the best lifestyles in the world. It's very clean and its countryside is peaceful. The citizens are really friendly to tourists. Its healthcare is one of the best in the world. And its government is one of the least corrupt in the world.

Norway is one of the richest countries in the world.
They have a good health system, similar to Canada's.
And the nature is beautiful.

Everything in Norway is way better than Sweden. Norway easily beats Sweden no contest.

15 Denmark Denmark is a Nordic country in Northern Europe. It is the most populous and politically central constituent of the Kingdom of Denmark, a constitutionally unitary state that includes the autonomous territories of the Faroe Islands and Greenland in the North Atlantic Ocean. European Denmark is the southernmost ...read more.

One of the three least corrupt governments in the world, it's beautiful, it's clean, so, if I spoke fluent Danish, I would love the place!

Laid back people, short working hours yet they still get all the work done.

16 New Zealand New Zealand is an island country in the southwestern Pacific Ocean. ...read more.

New zealand is peacefu;, happy, friendly and safe, you can feel relax and at peace but never bored, they have an interesting culture and don't desciminate against it maori people. It is the most diverse and beautiful country with great city, it takes care of its people and landscape and is really well developed and has high education levels. You will have a great lifestyle and be able to enjoy the landscape, it's the best country ever!

I come from the UK and from what I know New Zealand is Heaven on earth with its small population, most beautiful and diverse landscapes, a good and safe government, frieldnly and happy atmosphere with beautiful cities. Auckland is the best in landscape, creativity and welcoming atmospere where london is all work and no play. Greatest nation EVER! Better than australia

Awesome, vibrant and fantastic country. Kiwis are some of the most laid back people in the world. NZ is the adventure capital of the world home to bungy jumping and jet-boats. The natural landscapes are breathtaking and its cities are clean and exciting. Definitely the world's best country.

Why isn't New Zealand on the list. Its an amazing country. So amazing that its city Auckland was voted 3rd Best City to live in 2012. There's plenty of wide space and it ain't polluted like cities in Asia. New Zealand is peaceful!

17 Iceland Iceland is a Nordic island country in the North Atlantic Ocean and the most sparsely populated country in Europe. Iceland's capital and largest city is Reykjavík, which (along with its surrounding areas) is home to over 65% of the population. Iceland is the only part of the Mid-Atlantic Ridge that rises above sea level, and its central volcanic plateau is erupting almost constantly. The interior consists of a plateau characterised by sand and lava fields, mountains, and glaciers, and many glacial rivers flow to the sea through the lowlands. Iceland is warmed by the Gulf Stream and has a temperate climate, despite a high latitude just outside the Arctic Circle. Its high latitude and marine influence ...read more.
18 Sri Lanka Sri Lanka, officially the Democratic Socialist Republic of Sri Lanka and known from the beginning of British colonial rule until 1972 as Ceylon, is an island country in South Asia near south-east India.

Least corrupt, most happy, peo country, best music and high life expectancy. Sri Lanka has 100% per cent of agriculture. Sri Lankans are very exersising.

19 Finland Finland, officially the Republic of Finland, is a Nordic country in Northern Europe. It shares land borders with Sweden to the northwest, Norway to the north, and Russia to the east, with the Gulf of Bothnia to the west and the Gulf of Finland across Estonia to the south. Finland covers an area of 338,455 square kilometres (130,678 sq mi) with a population of 5.5 million. Helsinki is the capital and... read more

The most sane, hard-working, no-nonsense, easy-going and friendliest people on the planet.

No poverty, no war and cleanliness what else do you want?

20 Switzerland Switzerland, officially the Swiss Confederation, is a federal republic in Europe. It consists of 26 cantons, and the city of Bern is the seat of the federal authorities. ...read more.

I left Switzerland in 2006 and migrated to Australia. I miss Switzerland, it has the best quality of life in my opnion, although Australia is pretty unique and offers more freedom.

Unemployment rate and education has not been included here - it would be in place 3!

21 Costa Rica Costa Rica, officially the Republic of Costa Rica, is a country in Central America, bordered by Nicaragua to the north, Panama to the southeast, the Pacific Ocean to the west, the Caribbean Sea to the east, and Ecuador to the south of Cocos Island.
22 Bhutan Bhutan, officially the Kingdom of Bhutan, is a landlocked country in South Asia at the eastern end of the Himalayas. It is bordered by China to the north and India to the south. Nepal and Bangladesh are located in proximity to Bhutan but do not share a land border. The country has a population of over 754,000 and a territory of 38,394 square kilometers (14,824 sq mi) which ranks 133rd in terms of land area, and 160th in population. Bhutan is a constitutional monarchy with Vajrayana Buddhism as the state religion.

One of the Utopias.

However, now, it is invaded like Tibet by the Communist Party of China.

23 Netherlands The Netherlands, informally Holland, is a country located in north-western Europe with overseas territories in the Caribbean. It is the largest of four constituent countries of the Kingdom of the Netherlands. The Netherlands consists of twelve provinces, and borders Germany to the east, Belgium to the south, with a North Sea coast-line to the north and west. It shares maritime borders with the United Kingdom, Germany, and Belgium in the North Sea. The country's official language is Dutch, with West Frisian as a secondary official language in the province of Friesland. Dutch Low Saxon and Limburgish are recognised regional languages, while Dutch Sign Language, Sinte Romani, and Yiddish are recognised ...read more.

Safe, legalized soft drugs, pretty women, nice city's, cool people. All civilized and (most of them) are educated. The weather sucks now and then. Infrastructure is perfect, no poverty at all it's like the perfect country. THe only -1 is that it's a bit small and can be boring.

Socially the best country in the world!
Liberalization for EVERYONE!
Relax in the parks with some marihuana and some heineken!

Great place, recommend it! Canals, water, nice people and really respect foreigners. Fantastic lifestyle.

Relatively good living standards, infrastructure, education system, healthcare, etc.

24 South Korea South Korea, officially the Republic of Korea (ROK), is a country in East Asia, constituting the southern part of the Korean Peninsula and sharing a land border with North Korea. Its western border is formed by the Yellow Sea, while its eastern border is defined by the Sea of Japan. South Korea claims ...read more.

This is really a good place especially at night/midnight because Koreans really have fun. There are videoke bars, restaurants, parks. I love to go to South Korea because they are greeting and welcoming you nicely! And because there's KPOP you will really have fun.. They are pretty and really HANDSOME! You can search about kpop :)) their music and dance craze are really unique.. In the park, you can taste their street foods and things that are made from Korea

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When kids want to watch cartoons, they will have to watch some of the worst cartoons in the world.
Korea is known to have some of the worst cartoons. When I want to watch some
cartoons, I saw rubbish cartoons from Korea.l I went to youtube and watch anime. Anime is the best!

Maybe not the best homes to live in, but tons to do if you live in a big city.

25 Croatia Croatia, officially the Republic of Croatia (independence since 1991), is a sovereign state at the crossroads of Central Europe, Southeast Europe, and the Mediterranean. Its capital city is Zagreb. It is a member of the European Union. During the Cold War it was part of Yugoslavia. It is a cultural and scientific cradle of such names as: Nikola Tesla, Paula (nobile) Preradović - author of Austrian... read more
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