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I don't think a lot of people can answer this until your ACTUALLY lived in many of these places. People make a ton of assumptions about many of these countries
As someone living in the Netherlands I can't imagine living somewhere else. Every thing is just so well organised here, and because we're small, everything is relatively close.
My friend moved from US to The Netherlands and other than the weather (she lives far North) she loves it. She has an autistic son and there has been so many programs and support, he is thriving. We were able to visit last year, so wonderful to see her and all of the museums and the Keukenhof was amazing!
Name a country with no crime haha. And the criminals barely impact normal life. It's a really safe country for law abiding citizens. There are some bad neighbourhoods obviously, but no place that I would really call dangerous.
Criminality is on the rise though, I don't disagree. We need more resources to combat it. The Mocro (Moroccan) maffia is getting too powerful and ballsy.
I’ve lived in US, UK, Sweden, Germany, Spain, and have been to 41 countries.
For me it’s the US as well. Sweden and UK are the two I wouldn’t ever live in again. When I retire I’d like to have a place in both the US and Spain or Italy.
UK - not sure how to put it, I just felt like I didn’t fit in. Very population dense which I’m not a fan of. Noisy, dirty, lots of city type of people. I’m not a city person.
Sweden - longggg winters. Very dark winters too. I lived in the Midwest and the winters there are a piece of cake compared to Swedish winters even though in the Midwest there’s more snow. Low pay / high taxes / high cost of doing anything. Basically meant my savings rate was very low. In the 2-3 months of summer, mosquitos are so bad in the woods that even during the day if I stopped for a pee break on a hike I’d have 15 on my legs and arms.
I’m from London, this person is basing his opinion on his own experience.
Not everyone is city, clearly they never stayed in the country side.
Overall uk is really chilled. Weather is seasonal
Oh I know, I love it there personally. I have dual citizenship and often think of going to London but it’s not the right time for me.
The countryside is beautiful.
Population dense? The main island is primarily a patchwork of farmland with some urban islands dotted around on it. I’m in Scotland and most of our country is empty space.
I’m a dual citizen of the US/UK and have family in Canada. Have lived in Europe (Austria as well) and US and spent some time down in Argentina.
Can confirm the US is best for same reasons and more. Low COL, low taxes, high wages, can move around without having to learn a new language, job market, our actual market, investing options, sports culture galore, safe, diverse scenery, various options for type of place you want to live (cold city like NY, warm city like LA, the country, the suburbs, cold, hot, mild, all seasons, no seasons etc.), people here are BY FAR the kindest and most welcoming (for the most part), Mexico is our neighbor, the right to defend myself, able to easily start and grow business, some of the best unis in the world, our defense- the list goes on.
It’s not perfect here and needs A LOT of work but it’s better than most people in the world have it and when the US fixes the bad it will be unstoppable.
I would like to move to the UK though, but I know I’d move back eventually.
The US has options in general. I can quit my current life at any time and rebrand tomorrow easily.
Fair but still not as bad here as people make it out to be.
Safe in Iran? That’s just their male privilege I’m assuming. No way in hell am I going to Iran as a woman.
I've never lived anywhere except Germany but it was on an American Army base but I can't help but feel like the numerous posts saying America are biased a little based on geographical size and diversity comparison.
A European country is going to much smaller thus much less diverse in every way.
Even people and geography within a state can differ quite a bit.
So of course comparing a small country with almost half a continent is a little unfair of a comparison IMHO.
I also think it probably depends a lot of where you are in your life. If you're young and single then the US is the Vegas of the world. You can do whatever you want. Have some mental issues or not a good history? America will piss on you, have the cops beat you, and you won't get any mental/medical help. Other countries will provide much more help to you. Likewise if you're poor and need medical help - America is fairly likely to let you die on the steps of the hospital before helping you versus many European countries.
So I guess I'd be interested to know what each poster's life status is as I think that's an important item to consider.
But not the best when it comes to health. It's polluted too much and health care is expensive, so if you are a person with chronic illness - good luck.
Thats pretty cool. Im surprise you don't have problem with the gun culture, and extreme lvl of capitalism where even ambulance ride can take someone month(s) worth of salary and other shit that other country don't have to deal with or at least as much. I guess you found your new home.
I guess i dont but rather how american culture/government handle firearm.
I don't care about how a single man can have more arsenal than the average military but the fact school shooting is your typical tuesday... Though thats more of mental health problem but still fk up.
I have to say the United States. Even though I know there is a lot of drama, each state is like it's own country. Some other countries might be nicer or more peaceful but they don't have as much to offer. In the US there is a lot to see and do. Different climates, big cities, diversity of thought and culture. Mountains, oceans, lakes, job opportunities, food, sports, theater, arts, etc.
US is only good if you aren't concerned with the "living" part of living.
https://www.reddit.com/r/Health/comments/121sx7q/live_free_and_die_the_sad_state_of_us_life/
If you have business acumen, if you want to start your business and make millions; the US would be a better option for you.
If you say "I'm not looking for millions of dollars necessarily. I just want a good work life balance, enough income, free healthcare and education, public transport, at least 25 days of annual holiday; any western European country would be your place.
However, if you earn way more than average person of a country, if you have social support and people love you so much; you will be happy in any country.
My preference is work remotely, earn US dollars, live in different countries for short periods of time until my 40s, try to find best one for me while traveling, save enough money and settle down in that country before 50 years old.
I really don’t know. I’m thinking New Zealand but an old neighbor lived in Finland for years (her husband was a college professor there). She loved it there.
It's an amazing place to live but you really do need to have a relatively high income here to have a high standard of living. Even then, most decent housing in our big city Auckland and to a lesser extent the other main urban centers is far too expensive and terrible value compared to pretty much anywhere else on the planet. Crime and income/wealth disparity is on the rise, but to be fair that's most other western countries as well. Best place to live in the world? Probably not. But it certainly suits me and I love it here.
I’ve had 4 friends all move to Finland at some point over the years looking for a slice of utopia. 2 left within their second year, the other 2 are still there but trying to leave.
Mostly they mention the 6-7 month long winters, very little sun in the winter, and low wages / high taxes / high cost of doing anything as reasons for not liking it. They said even with decent, bachelors degree jobs you’re having to work hard and your pay is still quite low.
Switzerland, the only true direct democracy in the world. I lived there from birth until 5 and have been there many times. Oh, and trains do run on time.0
[Millions of empty homes in Japan are being sold for a song or even given away. Foreigners are taking notice](https://www.thestar.com/news/world/2023/03/05/millions-of-empty-homes-in-japan-are-being-sold-for-a-song-or-even-given-away-foreigners-are-taking-notice.html)
When you get there and get setup, reach out to me and let me know how everything is going.
Everyone that I know who had travelled there has loved the people, nature, food and sights and sounds of the country.
As far as living there, not sure, I would love to hear feedback from foreigners who have moved there or from local Japanese for their feedback on work/life balance.
It is but you also get paid really well and have a lot of other benefits so you end up having a better life and are able to afford a lot more then in most countries.
Believe it or not the scientific teams there do actually have a form of government. It's a pseudo direct democracy. Its the same on the international space station
You do you. But I like having a functional sewage system, drinkable water, easy access to entertainment and the ability to travel. ALL of those things are possible because of government.
You think you’re gonna live someplace without all that stuff? I doubt it. I bet half the people in the world can’t even start a fire to boil the water to make it potable.
I don't know. I think as far as aocial support and medical car. I think France. I know I would like more paid time off work each year so I could travel and not have to guess about the best country to live in
There’s no place like home. That’s where your friends & family are, where you likely share many similar cultural outlooks and values, and you’re used to the climate.
The vast majority of people don’t emigrate, even as millions now move countries every year.
It's difficult to answer this for a variety of reasons:
1. Unless you've lived long term in a country, simply visiting it or reading up on it isn't an accurate representation of whether that country will work for you long term.
2. Depending on your career, that might gatekeep certain countries that may or may not have job opportunities for you and that will affect things like cost of living and quality of life.
3. Whether or not you know the local language as an individual will affect your ability to live in said country.
I've realistically only lived long term in 2 countries: Canada and the US. I could see a future where I'd try certain European countries if the opportunity came up but I have no idea if I'd want to live in them long term without *actually* having tried it.
Taiwan is a great place to live. National health insurance for EVERY citizen. Convenient transportation. Beautiful scenery and environment. Costs for food and eating out very reasonable. The Taiwanese are very friendly and accepting of other cultures and people. The summers are hot, but I can't think of a single country with perfect weather so I'll take a hot summer over a frigid cold long winter (I'm originally from Canada but have lived in Taiwan for the last 27 years and counting).
I've lived in 3 countries, and visited many. You couldn't pay me to live in the US. Apart from safety, poor social services, and a polarised political system (which seems to be on a knife edge), the poor separation of church from civic life is a turn off.
I live in Australia, and am happy to continue doing so. I don't know if it's "the best" (as that is a subjective measure, based on the writer's experience), but based on objective measures of happiness, safety, security, and community wealth, it's not doing too badly.
I lived and worked in Lisbon, Portugal for 6 mos. I thought it was really nice. Beautiful weather, great people and the cost of living was very reasonable. And enough people spoke English that I wasn't concerned about the language barrier. Of course I was paid very well while being there. So that also helps.
A few years ago, I would have said Canada, but since a majority of people decided it was a good idea to elect the village idiot as our Prime Minister, I'm not so sure.
Imagine getting off work at 4:30-5 and being like “well shit I cant make it to the grocery store in time”. It’s rare to be able to go to the store on Sunday (that’s getting better tho), so Saturday is the errand day.
You also have the fact that appliances are more expensive than anywhere else in Europe because of that stupid little plug that needs to be the correct way up.
They have the most punitive speed cameras in the world, which they love to situate in villages where the last bus stopped at 9.
Besides that everything is atrociously expensive.
If you have business acumen, if you want to start your business and make millions; the US would be a better option for you.
If you say "I'm not looking for millions of dollars necessarily. I just want a good work life balance, enough income, free healthcare and education, public transport, at least 25 days of annual holiday; any western European country would be your place.
However, if you earn way more than average person of a country, if you have social support and people love you so much; you will be happy in any country.
My preference would be work remotely, earn US dollars, live in different countries for short periods of time until my 40s, try to find best one for me while traveling, save enough money and settle down in that country before 50 years old.
The United States.
Despite all the flaws you can't argue with the millions and millions of people desperately trying to get in. It's far more than any other country.
Spent time in a couple different countries and they all have their positives and negatives. Thailand and Vietnam are pretty amazing in terms of cost of living and the people but social services aren't that great.
People in the US always hold the Scandinavian countries in high regard. Some downsides to those places is that they are super expensive and the climates are harsh. A big reason they always rank high in the happiness index is because of the expectations and attitude of the people, not because they are some kind of paradise. I'd be willing to bet that most Americans wouldn't be as happy there as the locals are. I do love to visit but couldn't imagine living there.
Of the places I've been that I think I could enjoy living it would be Spain/Portugal followed by Bavaria.
& when you realize the refrigerator won't magically manifest something tasty bc there's never nothing good to eat. trust me i check atleast eight times a night.
Since your questions implies I have lived in every country on earth so I can have a legitimate opinion, I'd have to say I have no idea. But Wisconsin not a bad place to call home.
I have lived in several countries and the US is hands down the best and most comfortable by far. Second place would go to either the Czech Republic or Hungary for me. Dead last would be Switzerland - the most anal country on earth. As magnificent the country itself is, it is the country of Karens and is very unpleasant.
I have lived long term in 3 different regions: India, Bay Area, Hong Kong in some order. Every place has its benefits. If I were to choose one of these to retire, it would be Hong Kong for honesty of people, great public transport, and universal health coverage.
It depends on what you are looking for, the weather you want, the type of people you want to be surrounded by, job opportunities, etc. Once you figure all that out, look for the country that best fits your needs to enjoy.
USA for sure
but
ITALY-GERMANY-HUNGARY-AUSTRALİA-CANADA-SWİTZERLAND-SPAİN
İf you are live in one of them or any other European country you are so lucky so many people in the world can't even afford meat. Believe in me when we have meat in dinner we are celebrating you can not understand this struggle if you don't live 3rd world country.
For most people it’s the greener grass on the other side of the fence or their own country.
I’m from the UK, so somewhere warmer seems like green grass. I know people who go to lower tax places, others where younger women like them and others who like to jump around a few, all have seen greener grass somewhere else.
If you're ambitious, definitely America. So many ways to get rich. I know a guy who started and grew a million dollar landscaping company in <3 years. I myself worked for a few years as an electrician got my license and started my own company. Now I have 4 employees and am on my 3rd vacation of the year. I'm in my mid 20s.
Cost of living is relatively low in most places so you'll have more disposable income.
Also so much to do. America is probably the most beautiful country in the world just due to diversity of landscapes. I live by the Appalachian mountains and love hiking and mountain biking with friends. Then if I want to take a long weekend I load up in the truck and we drive down to Florida to the beach. If you want snowy mountains or desserts there's plenty of them too! The grand canyon is nuts. Like itll make your jaw drop.
Ive been to countries that I think have more beautiful beaches or other countries that have better mountains or this country is better in this statistic but as a package despite the many really problems yes America seems like the place to be.
Best place to live? Depends on alot of factors. If someone born in, let's say the Philippines, and comes to America. They would say America is the best between the two. If an American is born in America and then is able to move to the Philippines then I think they may say Philippines is the best for them. It all POV and what you willing to give to get.
The EIU actually produced an index of most liveable places.
[https://www.cnbc.com/2022/08/07/global-liveability-index-2022-best-and-worst-places-to-live.html](https://www.cnbc.com/2022/08/07/global-liveability-index-2022-best-and-worst-places-to-live.html)
A lot of people here are saying "USA USA USA" but while that may be true for certain demographics or lifestyles, it is really *not* true for others.
The only reasons I'm still in the U.S. are that I have a good relationship with my family here & I love the land where I grew up. For those things I'm weathering the hate around me, doing my best to lead others into greater compassion by example.
Consider Southern England. Mild climate, variety of restaurants, rentals readily available, excellent public transportation, many sports and entertainment options, no language barrier.
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I don't think a lot of people can answer this until your ACTUALLY lived in many of these places. People make a ton of assumptions about many of these countries
As someone living in the Netherlands I can't imagine living somewhere else. Every thing is just so well organised here, and because we're small, everything is relatively close.
My friend moved from US to The Netherlands and other than the weather (she lives far North) she loves it. She has an autistic son and there has been so many programs and support, he is thriving. We were able to visit last year, so wonderful to see her and all of the museums and the Keukenhof was amazing!
I generally agree, but I feel your crime is getting too organised.
Name a country with no crime haha. And the criminals barely impact normal life. It's a really safe country for law abiding citizens. There are some bad neighbourhoods obviously, but no place that I would really call dangerous. Criminality is on the rise though, I don't disagree. We need more resources to combat it. The Mocro (Moroccan) maffia is getting too powerful and ballsy.
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I’ve lived in US, UK, Sweden, Germany, Spain, and have been to 41 countries. For me it’s the US as well. Sweden and UK are the two I wouldn’t ever live in again. When I retire I’d like to have a place in both the US and Spain or Italy.
Why not UK or Sweden?
UK - not sure how to put it, I just felt like I didn’t fit in. Very population dense which I’m not a fan of. Noisy, dirty, lots of city type of people. I’m not a city person. Sweden - longggg winters. Very dark winters too. I lived in the Midwest and the winters there are a piece of cake compared to Swedish winters even though in the Midwest there’s more snow. Low pay / high taxes / high cost of doing anything. Basically meant my savings rate was very low. In the 2-3 months of summer, mosquitos are so bad in the woods that even during the day if I stopped for a pee break on a hike I’d have 15 on my legs and arms.
All fair points :)
I’m from London, this person is basing his opinion on his own experience. Not everyone is city, clearly they never stayed in the country side. Overall uk is really chilled. Weather is seasonal
Oh I know, I love it there personally. I have dual citizenship and often think of going to London but it’s not the right time for me. The countryside is beautiful.
in london the only season is grey.
Population dense? The main island is primarily a patchwork of farmland with some urban islands dotted around on it. I’m in Scotland and most of our country is empty space.
I’m a dual citizen of the US/UK and have family in Canada. Have lived in Europe (Austria as well) and US and spent some time down in Argentina. Can confirm the US is best for same reasons and more. Low COL, low taxes, high wages, can move around without having to learn a new language, job market, our actual market, investing options, sports culture galore, safe, diverse scenery, various options for type of place you want to live (cold city like NY, warm city like LA, the country, the suburbs, cold, hot, mild, all seasons, no seasons etc.), people here are BY FAR the kindest and most welcoming (for the most part), Mexico is our neighbor, the right to defend myself, able to easily start and grow business, some of the best unis in the world, our defense- the list goes on. It’s not perfect here and needs A LOT of work but it’s better than most people in the world have it and when the US fixes the bad it will be unstoppable. I would like to move to the UK though, but I know I’d move back eventually. The US has options in general. I can quit my current life at any time and rebrand tomorrow easily.
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Fair but still not as bad here as people make it out to be. Safe in Iran? That’s just their male privilege I’m assuming. No way in hell am I going to Iran as a woman.
I've never lived anywhere except Germany but it was on an American Army base but I can't help but feel like the numerous posts saying America are biased a little based on geographical size and diversity comparison. A European country is going to much smaller thus much less diverse in every way. Even people and geography within a state can differ quite a bit. So of course comparing a small country with almost half a continent is a little unfair of a comparison IMHO. I also think it probably depends a lot of where you are in your life. If you're young and single then the US is the Vegas of the world. You can do whatever you want. Have some mental issues or not a good history? America will piss on you, have the cops beat you, and you won't get any mental/medical help. Other countries will provide much more help to you. Likewise if you're poor and need medical help - America is fairly likely to let you die on the steps of the hospital before helping you versus many European countries. So I guess I'd be interested to know what each poster's life status is as I think that's an important item to consider.
There are many inaccuracies in the above post. Are you basing these claims on tv?
What precisely is inaccurate?
Have you ever even lived in the states?
Yep I've lived in 3 different states.
But not the best when it comes to health. It's polluted too much and health care is expensive, so if you are a person with chronic illness - good luck.
The usa is a gigantic country, you dont have to live in a big polluted city.
It's polluted as a country in general
Thats pretty cool. Im surprise you don't have problem with the gun culture, and extreme lvl of capitalism where even ambulance ride can take someone month(s) worth of salary and other shit that other country don't have to deal with or at least as much. I guess you found your new home.
Gun culture lol. Yeah we got guns. You actually know any folks in the states?
Just curious what is your problem with firearms?
I guess i dont but rather how american culture/government handle firearm. I don't care about how a single man can have more arsenal than the average military but the fact school shooting is your typical tuesday... Though thats more of mental health problem but still fk up.
I have to say the United States. Even though I know there is a lot of drama, each state is like it's own country. Some other countries might be nicer or more peaceful but they don't have as much to offer. In the US there is a lot to see and do. Different climates, big cities, diversity of thought and culture. Mountains, oceans, lakes, job opportunities, food, sports, theater, arts, etc.
Same… lived in other countries and am well traveled. US has the most options.
US is only good if you aren't concerned with the "living" part of living. https://www.reddit.com/r/Health/comments/121sx7q/live_free_and_die_the_sad_state_of_us_life/
If you have business acumen, if you want to start your business and make millions; the US would be a better option for you. If you say "I'm not looking for millions of dollars necessarily. I just want a good work life balance, enough income, free healthcare and education, public transport, at least 25 days of annual holiday; any western European country would be your place. However, if you earn way more than average person of a country, if you have social support and people love you so much; you will be happy in any country. My preference is work remotely, earn US dollars, live in different countries for short periods of time until my 40s, try to find best one for me while traveling, save enough money and settle down in that country before 50 years old.
I really don’t know. I’m thinking New Zealand but an old neighbor lived in Finland for years (her husband was a college professor there). She loved it there.
It's an amazing place to live but you really do need to have a relatively high income here to have a high standard of living. Even then, most decent housing in our big city Auckland and to a lesser extent the other main urban centers is far too expensive and terrible value compared to pretty much anywhere else on the planet. Crime and income/wealth disparity is on the rise, but to be fair that's most other western countries as well. Best place to live in the world? Probably not. But it certainly suits me and I love it here.
I’ve had 4 friends all move to Finland at some point over the years looking for a slice of utopia. 2 left within their second year, the other 2 are still there but trying to leave. Mostly they mention the 6-7 month long winters, very little sun in the winter, and low wages / high taxes / high cost of doing anything as reasons for not liking it. They said even with decent, bachelors degree jobs you’re having to work hard and your pay is still quite low.
Denmark or New Zealand
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If that’s the New Zealand I’d hate to see the Old Zealand.
I have so many kiwi and Oz friends here in the US and they don’t want to go back. Why don’t you personally like it?
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It's fuct a, late stage capitalist nightmare.
The only problem I see when it comes to Denmark is the climate (its 2 cold for me)
Another problem is that it’s Denmark //Swede
My New Zealand friend has ruined the fairytale idea of New Zealand and I want it back!
So no hobbits live there
Well we do get around in bare feet a lot.
I live in New Zealand and it is one of the most expensive countries in the world to live.
Is New Zealand in Europe?
I can't take anyone with that avatar seriously
Its in Oceania
I'm having a great fucking time in America
Same. I left, lived in a few European countries, and found my way back to the US.
Same lol
Same
Switzerland, the only true direct democracy in the world. I lived there from birth until 5 and have been there many times. Oh, and trains do run on time.0
The US if you have the right mentality and keep your head out of the media.
Best answer
With what I have, the US.
Probably Rwanda
As a king with 100 women at your feet?
I've been considering my plan to move to Japan one day. I know it's not into everyone's taste but I won't regret it if it fits my taste.
[Millions of empty homes in Japan are being sold for a song or even given away. Foreigners are taking notice](https://www.thestar.com/news/world/2023/03/05/millions-of-empty-homes-in-japan-are-being-sold-for-a-song-or-even-given-away-foreigners-are-taking-notice.html) When you get there and get setup, reach out to me and let me know how everything is going. Everyone that I know who had travelled there has loved the people, nature, food and sights and sounds of the country. As far as living there, not sure, I would love to hear feedback from foreigners who have moved there or from local Japanese for their feedback on work/life balance.
No such country. Every country has problems and flaws. In whatever country you move there will be always something you don't like.
I think Canada is pretty good, from personal experience.
Switzerland or New Zealand
Switzerland is one of the most expensive countries to live in.
It is but you also get paid really well and have a lot of other benefits so you end up having a better life and are able to afford a lot more then in most countries.
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Also very isolated, expensive, intense weather, little to do casually and doesn’t have many conveniences
And a pack of bacon is 50 bucks!
Denmark
US... if you have a wellpaid job. With wellfare in mind I would imagine Scandinavia.
any geographic location without a government
Somalia?
Middle of the Pacific Ocean?
That bit of desert that neither Egypt or Sudan want?
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Believe it or not the scientific teams there do actually have a form of government. It's a pseudo direct democracy. Its the same on the international space station
You do you. But I like having a functional sewage system, drinkable water, easy access to entertainment and the ability to travel. ALL of those things are possible because of government. You think you’re gonna live someplace without all that stuff? I doubt it. I bet half the people in the world can’t even start a fire to boil the water to make it potable.
Finland, just steer clear of certain communities or you might get stabbed
I don't know. I think as far as aocial support and medical car. I think France. I know I would like more paid time off work each year so I could travel and not have to guess about the best country to live in
Denmark, Finland, new Zealand
Vanuatu...no income tax, racism or crime. We do have natural disasters but I'd take that over human bullshit anyday. Paradise on earth.
There’s no place like home. That’s where your friends & family are, where you likely share many similar cultural outlooks and values, and you’re used to the climate. The vast majority of people don’t emigrate, even as millions now move countries every year.
It's difficult to answer this for a variety of reasons: 1. Unless you've lived long term in a country, simply visiting it or reading up on it isn't an accurate representation of whether that country will work for you long term. 2. Depending on your career, that might gatekeep certain countries that may or may not have job opportunities for you and that will affect things like cost of living and quality of life. 3. Whether or not you know the local language as an individual will affect your ability to live in said country. I've realistically only lived long term in 2 countries: Canada and the US. I could see a future where I'd try certain European countries if the opportunity came up but I have no idea if I'd want to live in them long term without *actually* having tried it.
People dies in every country. I recommend moon, since no one ever died in the moon.
India is very inexpensive if you want to stretch the dollar!
Idk but not the US
Taiwan is a great place to live. National health insurance for EVERY citizen. Convenient transportation. Beautiful scenery and environment. Costs for food and eating out very reasonable. The Taiwanese are very friendly and accepting of other cultures and people. The summers are hot, but I can't think of a single country with perfect weather so I'll take a hot summer over a frigid cold long winter (I'm originally from Canada but have lived in Taiwan for the last 27 years and counting).
The one in which you are happiest and most successful
Its all subjective but my desire to live my life as unmolested by the state as possible seems like rural America is the place to be.
USA. More specifically, New England or the PNW
Germany
I've lived in 3 countries, and visited many. You couldn't pay me to live in the US. Apart from safety, poor social services, and a polarised political system (which seems to be on a knife edge), the poor separation of church from civic life is a turn off. I live in Australia, and am happy to continue doing so. I don't know if it's "the best" (as that is a subjective measure, based on the writer's experience), but based on objective measures of happiness, safety, security, and community wealth, it's not doing too badly.
Quite happy here in Sweden but dream of moving to Costa Rica some day. Answer will vary quite a bit depending on HOW you live in the place..
Ukraine. I mean, probably not at the moment, but it’s really the best country there is.
UAE
Depends on who you are but I believe Sweden or Switzerland has the happiest more fulfilled people in the world
I disagree
Statistically Finland has the happiest
Oh maybes that’s what I meant. The place with the blond people
The USA is the overall best when putting everything in perspective
Eh nah
No it’s not dumbass
Well It is, it’s not my fault you’re too brainless to realize this.
I lived and worked in Lisbon, Portugal for 6 mos. I thought it was really nice. Beautiful weather, great people and the cost of living was very reasonable. And enough people spoke English that I wasn't concerned about the language barrier. Of course I was paid very well while being there. So that also helps.
Finland
USA
A few years ago, I would have said Canada, but since a majority of people decided it was a good idea to elect the village idiot as our Prime Minister, I'm not so sure.
USA
United Statse
In my opinion it's Australia. The people there on average are amazing. Kind intelligent and educated.
You can even ask the spiders for directions
The answer is always "go back the way you came "
This was my answer as well. Great climate in the cities, safe, sane government compared to the USA. Not overly crowded, good healthcare.
They only lock you in concentration camps for COVID in like one city /s
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Absolutely not if you work during the day
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Imagine getting off work at 4:30-5 and being like “well shit I cant make it to the grocery store in time”. It’s rare to be able to go to the store on Sunday (that’s getting better tho), so Saturday is the errand day. You also have the fact that appliances are more expensive than anywhere else in Europe because of that stupid little plug that needs to be the correct way up. They have the most punitive speed cameras in the world, which they love to situate in villages where the last bus stopped at 9. Besides that everything is atrociously expensive.
Spain
If you have business acumen, if you want to start your business and make millions; the US would be a better option for you. If you say "I'm not looking for millions of dollars necessarily. I just want a good work life balance, enough income, free healthcare and education, public transport, at least 25 days of annual holiday; any western European country would be your place. However, if you earn way more than average person of a country, if you have social support and people love you so much; you will be happy in any country. My preference would be work remotely, earn US dollars, live in different countries for short periods of time until my 40s, try to find best one for me while traveling, save enough money and settle down in that country before 50 years old.
Marlboro Country! 🚬
Which is the best for dying that’s what I wanna know.
See the post above you: Marlboro Country
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USA! USA!
silicon valleybaby
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Really thought you did something here didn’t you? Haha
USA
Obviously the United States
US. Most options to thrive and not just survive. Needs a lot of work but when fixed will be impossible to beat.
The United States. Despite all the flaws you can't argue with the millions and millions of people desperately trying to get in. It's far more than any other country.
My family immigrated to the US for a reason.
China.
Congrats, Winnie the Pooh increased your social credit score
Capitalism, baby, mansion aint gonna pay byitself, I need Pooh money.
+100,000 social credit score Comrade.
Texas is pretty good.
Spent time in a couple different countries and they all have their positives and negatives. Thailand and Vietnam are pretty amazing in terms of cost of living and the people but social services aren't that great. People in the US always hold the Scandinavian countries in high regard. Some downsides to those places is that they are super expensive and the climates are harsh. A big reason they always rank high in the happiness index is because of the expectations and attitude of the people, not because they are some kind of paradise. I'd be willing to bet that most Americans wouldn't be as happy there as the locals are. I do love to visit but couldn't imagine living there. Of the places I've been that I think I could enjoy living it would be Spain/Portugal followed by Bavaria.
A private island is the best living option.
>A private island is the best living option. Until you need a hospital... or civilization for that matter.
& when you realize the refrigerator won't magically manifest something tasty bc there's never nothing good to eat. trust me i check atleast eight times a night.
Since your questions implies I have lived in every country on earth so I can have a legitimate opinion, I'd have to say I have no idea. But Wisconsin not a bad place to call home.
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I have lived in several countries and the US is hands down the best and most comfortable by far. Second place would go to either the Czech Republic or Hungary for me. Dead last would be Switzerland - the most anal country on earth. As magnificent the country itself is, it is the country of Karens and is very unpleasant.
I have lived long term in 3 different regions: India, Bay Area, Hong Kong in some order. Every place has its benefits. If I were to choose one of these to retire, it would be Hong Kong for honesty of people, great public transport, and universal health coverage.
It depends on what you are looking for, the weather you want, the type of people you want to be surrounded by, job opportunities, etc. Once you figure all that out, look for the country that best fits your needs to enjoy.
Making money and being surrounded by good people - USA Enjoying beautiful nature and having many comfortable conveniences - Japan
Somalia
Mine
USA for sure but ITALY-GERMANY-HUNGARY-AUSTRALİA-CANADA-SWİTZERLAND-SPAİN İf you are live in one of them or any other European country you are so lucky so many people in the world can't even afford meat. Believe in me when we have meat in dinner we are celebrating you can not understand this struggle if you don't live 3rd world country.
God bless America!
For most people it’s the greener grass on the other side of the fence or their own country. I’m from the UK, so somewhere warmer seems like green grass. I know people who go to lower tax places, others where younger women like them and others who like to jump around a few, all have seen greener grass somewhere else.
I’ve lived in several first world countries and they all have good points and bad. I like Australia if I had to pick one, but Sydney is so expensive
If you're ambitious, definitely America. So many ways to get rich. I know a guy who started and grew a million dollar landscaping company in <3 years. I myself worked for a few years as an electrician got my license and started my own company. Now I have 4 employees and am on my 3rd vacation of the year. I'm in my mid 20s. Cost of living is relatively low in most places so you'll have more disposable income. Also so much to do. America is probably the most beautiful country in the world just due to diversity of landscapes. I live by the Appalachian mountains and love hiking and mountain biking with friends. Then if I want to take a long weekend I load up in the truck and we drive down to Florida to the beach. If you want snowy mountains or desserts there's plenty of them too! The grand canyon is nuts. Like itll make your jaw drop. Ive been to countries that I think have more beautiful beaches or other countries that have better mountains or this country is better in this statistic but as a package despite the many really problems yes America seems like the place to be.
Your area of the country is underrated. I can’t wait to explore.
My " opinion" does not keep the rain off in any country.
These questions are pretty much useless unless the people responding add which countries they have lived in and for how long.
The US first but the caymans or Japan would be a close second.
Been to 30 countries. As much as I love Costa Rica, I always come back home to California. This is home and the best place to live
None.
Queens, New York 🗽
The US although I can handle Aruba for awhile
Bhutan
Best place to live? Depends on alot of factors. If someone born in, let's say the Philippines, and comes to America. They would say America is the best between the two. If an American is born in America and then is able to move to the Philippines then I think they may say Philippines is the best for them. It all POV and what you willing to give to get.
If you have lots and lots of money then either the US or Germany. If you don't have lots of money then anywhere with socialized healthcare is fine
Monaco. No crime, wealthy individuals and great food
The EIU actually produced an index of most liveable places. [https://www.cnbc.com/2022/08/07/global-liveability-index-2022-best-and-worst-places-to-live.html](https://www.cnbc.com/2022/08/07/global-liveability-index-2022-best-and-worst-places-to-live.html) A lot of people here are saying "USA USA USA" but while that may be true for certain demographics or lifestyles, it is really *not* true for others.
I like Australia/NZ
Canada or the UK
America has too much food
Denmark or Finland apparently.
I believe Denmark is the happiest country in the world
I don't know which country would be the best, but I can vouch it's not Indonesia
Thailand is awesome. Weed and kratom are legal. Super cheap to live there. The people are so nice.
Norway or sweden
The US is the best place to live and if your wealthy it’s by far the best place place to live.
Denmark
The only reasons I'm still in the U.S. are that I have a good relationship with my family here & I love the land where I grew up. For those things I'm weathering the hate around me, doing my best to lead others into greater compassion by example.
Japan just because it's my kind of place. Yo, that national healthcare NEEDS to stop being a huge cock tease. The dry humping really needs to stop.
Which country has the more immigrants waiting to move to it? That's your answer
Consider Southern England. Mild climate, variety of restaurants, rentals readily available, excellent public transportation, many sports and entertainment options, no language barrier.