Whether lounging at a beach resort or backpacking through mountains, what really makes a trip unforgettable is the people you meet along the way. Travelling to unfamiliar places can be daunting, so those who go the extra mile to make you feel at home are always appreciated. You may not have much in common – you may not even speak the same language – but the warmth of a friendly local surpasses cultural differences.
As part of our 2024 Readers’ Choice Awards, we asked our well-travelled readers to share their wisdom on where to find the most hospitable people across the planet (excluding Europe – see the friendliest countries in Europe for those winners)..
