Governmental ‘do not travel’ advisories are growing more numerous as conflicts rage around the world, and it may seem like a lot of your bucket list destinations are now off limits.
So if you are planning a trip and want to prioritise safety, use this new data to help guide you.
The Global Peace Index – the world's most comprehensive annual ranking of peacefulness across 163 countries – has released its top ten for 2026.
From a volcanic island with no army to an Asian city-state that has topped safety rankings for years, here are the ten most peaceful countries on earth right now.
Is travel getting more dangerous?
