Canada Tops 15 Safest Countries To Travel in 2024 with official ranking for being free from terrorism, diseases, and discrimination.
- Canada secured the top spot in the ‘Safest Places’ report by Berkshire Hathaway Travel Protection.
- This achievement is credited to Canada’s cold weather and low population density.
- A significant climb of five spots from the 2023 report, where it held the sixth position.
- Canada claims the first position for safety in transportation, health measures, and low violent crimes.
- Also recognized for ensuring safety for women, LGBTQIA+, and BIPOC communities.
Annual Ranking Method:
- The ranking relies on data from the Global Peace Index, State Department travel safety ratings, and GeoSure Global scores.
- Berkshire Hathaway Travel Protection has been compiling this data for nine consecutive years.
Defining a Safe Destination:
- The report describes a safe place as originally free from terrorist activity.
- It evolved into a place safe from disease outbreaks and now ensures freedom without discrimination or harassment.
Insights from Carol Mueller:
- Carol Mueller, vice president at Berkshire Hathaway Travel Protection, shared insights with USA TODAY.
- Recent surveys show travelers prefer countries perceived as safe, allowing them to move freely without discrimination or harassment.
Top 15 Safe Countries:
- Canada
- Switzerland
- Norway
- Ireland
- Netherlands
- United Kingdom
- Portugal
- Denmark
- Iceland
- Australia
- New Zealand
- Japan
- France
- Spain
- Brazil
Safety Considerations:
- While these countries are generally safe, the report emphasizes that not every part may be equally safe.
- Natural disasters are not factored in.
- A reminder to stay vigilant against petty theft targeting tourists.
