Australia, we’ve got the look. The world’s most extraordinarily beautiful countries have just been ranked by a group of avid travel enthusiasts, and our stunning sunburnt country took out the eighth spot – trumping countries like Greece, the USA, Croatia and Indonesia, if we may add.
Ranking the most beautiful places in Australia, let alone the world, is no easy feat. I mean, can you really compare the bright blue lakes of Canada with the multicoloured mountain ranges in Arizona? Or the ancient bamboo forests in Japan to the majestic waterfalls in Hawaii? Online trip-planning company Rough Guides attempted to do just that. They asked their readers to vote on what they thought were the world’s most beautiful countries, and the results are in.
Claiming bragging rights as the most beautiful country worldwide is none other than our next-door neighbour, New Zealand. Mother Nature really shows her swagger on this 103,500-square-mile island, with multicoloured geothermal terrain,vastmountain ranges, gobsmacking glaciers, breathtaking beaches and picturesque lakes in every shade imaginable.
Claiming second place was Italy, whose beauty shines in all seasons, from the rolling vineyards of Tuscany to the glittery Amalfi Coast, dreamy islands of Sicily and Dolomite mountains. Rounding out the top five were Canada, Switzerland and France, with Australia being voted as the eighth most beautiful country in the world, just behind the UK and Norway.
Australia, we've got the look. The world's most extraordinarily beautiful countries have just been ranked by a group of avid travel enthusiasts, and our stunning sunburnt country took out the eighth spot – trumping countries like Greece, the USA, Croatia and Indonesia, if we may add.
Switzerland. Switzerland is synonymous with Alpine beauty, featuring snow-capped peaks, turquoise lakes, and charming villages nestled in valleys. The Swiss Alps offer world-class skiing and hiking opportunities, while cities like Zurich and Geneva blend modernity with historic charm along their pristine waterfronts.
The United States comes in second place thanks to its countless UNESCO sites and sprawling natural reserves. These include Nā Pali Coast State Park in Hawaii, Yellowstone National Park in Wyoming and Grand Canyon Village in Arizona, which all together attract more than five million tourists a year.
The USA has the world's best universities, expensive study costs, and more complicated visa rules. In contrast, Australia has a better quality of life, lets you stay longer after studying, and makes it easier to apply for higher degrees, which could be more attractive to international students.
Prestigious and worldwide leading travel publication Condé Nast Traveller has presented the 10 most beautiful countries in the World. And it comes as no surprise that Greece has made it onto their exclusive list!
Brazil isn't just known for producing the world's most beautiful people; it is also home to some of the world's most beautiful natural wonders. Visitors can take in the splendor of their surroundings with kayaks through the Amazon, a dip in Rio de Janeiro's most famous beach, Copacabana, and a trip to Iguazu Falls.
Beauty is in the eye of the beholder, but I would give the edge to North America for natural beauty (for the wide-open, untouched nature, and more diverse landscapes) and to Europe for man-made beauty (for their wonderful architecture and character-filled habitations). [Above: a picture I took of the…
Because it's insanely diverse, charmingly creative, and has it all – from sun-kissed surf beaches and fascinating cities to picturesque vineyards, rugged mountains, soaring redwood forests, and dramatic deserts – California stands atop of my list as the most beautiful state in the US.
From the bounty of the Great Plains and vast coastal forests to the high deserts of the Southwest and beyond, our lands and waters define who we are and who we, as a nation, want to be.
Previous analyses, based on police statistics of crime reported, have concluded that the general level of Australian crime is much lower than that of America, although higher than comparable European states.
Australia achieved an overall score of 97.6 while ranking in 1st place as the world's friendliest country, 3rd for agility, and 8th for adventure and quality of life. Australia also scored in 3rd place for a comfortable retirement, 6th for solo travel, and 8th for education.
In terms of mean wealth, the average Australian adult had US$550,110 in 2021 after seeing an annual increase of US$66,350 in their net worth. This put Australia at number four in the world, after Switzerland, the United States and Hong Kong.
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