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Traveling the world is a great way to broaden your horizons and explore unique cultures.
Sometimes your adventures may take you out of your comfort zone, but they should never require you to compromise on safety.
We’ve found ten of the safest cities to visit in 2024, ranked in a new survey from Berkshire Hathaway travel protection.
These tourist spots offer incredible sights and experiences with a level of safety that will make you feel at home.
Ready to explore your options?
Here are ten safe cities to put on your 2024 itinerary.
1. Honolulu
Honolulu is an exotic vacation destination that attracts travelers from all over the world. You can enjoy the sun on Waikiki Beach, hike to Waimea Falls, visit the Pearl Harbor Memorial or admire the one and only American Palace.
As well as being packed with adventure, this fascinating, family-friendly city is currently the safest city in the world due to its low crime rate.
Honolulu’s strict gun laws, high standard of living and high cost of living may contribute to the city’s low crime rate, according to researchers. data analysts. The biggest threats to your safety may appear to be biting fish and the ocean itself.
Visiting Honolulu can be safer than your hometown. Still, it’s unwise to walk or swim in the ocean alone at night, and always ask locals before wandering into unfamiliar territory.
2. Montreal
Montreal is a vibrant city known throughout its history for hosting the World’s Fair and the Olympic Games.
Tourists can enjoy the great restaurants, sunny beaches and vibrant nightlife.
With Montreal’s cobblestone streets and French-style architecture, you can get a European-style experience without leaving North America.
Montreal is one of the largest Canadian cities, but is safe for residents, tourists and solo female travelers. Currently, it is the second safest city in the world with a low Crime Severity Index score.
Although violence is low, Montreal is not without petty theft, so keep your personal belongings close at hand. Natural disasters in this Canadian city can include winter ice storms and earthquakes.
3. Reykjavík
Reykjavik, the capital of Iceland, is the third safest city in the world. From petty theft to violence, the overall crime rate is low.
As a country, Iceland is so safe that it has no army, and its police officers patrol without weapons.
Although Reykjavik is known for its safety, natural disasters can occur. For example, in November and December 2023 there was an increase in seismic and volcanic activity in and near Reykjavik.
If you’re looking for a unique city with lots to see and do, Reykjavik is a place to put on your travel map.
In this Icelandic capital, you can take a tour to see the Northern Lights, visit Hallgrimskirkja, Iceland’s largest church, or walk along Rainbow Street.
The top ten safe cities to visit in 2024:
Honolulu, Montreal and Reykjavik top Berkshire Hathaway Travel Protection’s list as the three safest cities in the world.
These seven other cities also made the top 10 list:
- Sydney, Australia
- Amsterdam, The Netherlands
- Dubai, United Arab Emirates
- Copenhagen, Denmark
- London, England
- Seoul, South Korea
- Venice, Italy
Whether you want to stay close to home or venture to the farthest corners of the world, you can find a popular travel destination that offers unique experiences without sacrificing your safety.
How Berkshire Hathaway Travel Protection rates cities for safety
Berkshire Hathaway Travel Protection predicts and ranks the safest cities every year.
As a first step, this agency identifies some of the most popular cities from the US and abroad and then asks travelers to rank them in a survey based on various safety measures.
Respondents draw on personal experiences and first-hand knowledge.
Indices for safe cities and crime also factor into the rankings, but natural disasters do not.
For more information about natural disasters and current affairs, please consult the website Travel advisories from the US Department of State.
The Berkshire Hathaway Travel Protection Survey is a valuable resource when planning your next trip. However, travelers should continue to follow standard safe practices, even in areas with low crime rates.
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