A new study has ranked 200 cities around the world based on factors including safety, visa access, English proficiency, social support and tourism services.

For many travellers, choosing where to go involves more than finding attractions and planning an itinerary. How easy it is to enter a country, access information, communicate with residents and feel safe can also influence the experience.

A new ranking by eSIM provider Holafly has identified the cities that perform well across these areas, with Singapore taking the top position.

The study assessed 200 cities, made up of 100 of the world’s most visited destinations and 100 of the world’s most populous urban areas. Holafly considered factors linked to how welcome travellers may feel, including safety, visa access, English proficiency, social support, tourism and information services, and online searches containing terms such as “friendly” and “welcoming”.

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