What Are The Best Countries in The World According to Millennials?

Donald Wood
by Donald Wood
Last updated: 5:00 PM ET, Tue May 10, 2016

Photo courtesy of Thinkstock

On Tuesday, U.S. News & World Report announced the results of a new study that revealed how 18-to-35-year-olds-otherwise known as Millennials-view countries on a global scale.

According to the official website of U.S. News' Best Countries platform, the study revealed that Canada is the top nation in the world overall according to Millennials, followed by Germany as the second best and the United Kingdom rounding out the top three.

The survey consisted of thousands of Millennials scoring countries around the world on a wide range of criteria, including dating culture and career development. According to the results, Australia was voted the top country to live in, and Canada and Italy rounded out the top three, respectively.

As for career opportunities, China was voted the best country to start a career in and Thailand finished in the No. 1 spot for countries with the most economic potential. In terms of dating, Brazil finished at the top of the list.

"Millennials will play a significant role in shaping national economies worldwide for decades to come," U.S. News editor Brian Kelly said in a statement. "Capturing their perceptions is valuable in helping to determine the current and future possibilities of economic, political and cultural success in nations."

U.S. News & World Report provided the top-five lists of best countries as voted on by Millennials, via the company's official website:

Overall

1. Canada

2. Germany

3. United Kingdom

4. Japan

5. United States

To Live

1. Australia

2. Canada

3. Italy

4. New Zealand

5. Sweden

For Dating

1. Brazil

2. Italy

3. Spain

4. Australia

5. New Zealand

To Start a Career

1. China

2. Germany

3. United States

4. United Kingdom

5. Canada


For the latest travel news, updates and deals, subscribe to the daily TravelPulse newsletter.

Topics From This Article to Explore

More From TravelPulse

Related Videos

Donald Wood

Donald Wood

Managing Editor

Donald Wood is TravelPulse’s Managing Editor, bringing nearly 15 years of experience to the desk. He currently lives outside Philadelphia with his wife and two children.

Grow Your Travel Business With Certified Courses

Travel Agent Academy
Travel Agent Academy
Allianz Specialist ProgramProtect every journey with Allianz Partners Travel Insurance.
Travel Agent Academy
Travel Agent Academy
Los Cabos Specialist ProgramSell the magic of Los Cabos: luxury, adventure, and endless sunshine.
Travel Agent Academy
Travel Agent Academy
Majestic Resorts Specialist ProgramDiscover all-inclusive luxury at Majestic Resorts in paradise.
Travel Agent Academy
Travel Agent Academy
Allianz Specialist ProgramProtect every journey with Allianz Partners Travel Insurance.
Travel Agent Academy
Travel Agent Academy
Los Cabos Specialist ProgramSell the magic of Los Cabos: luxury, adventure, and endless sunshine.
Travel Agent Academy
Travel Agent Academy
Majestic Resorts Specialist ProgramDiscover all-inclusive luxury at Majestic Resorts in paradise.

Don't Miss These Travel Agent Events and Trainings

Watch Now!
Sell More Great Lakes Cruises with Victory Cruise LinesWednesday, September 9, 2026
2:00pm Eastern
Join Cris Desouza, VP of Sales, and Barbara Davis, Director of Sales, for an inside look at what’s new...
Upcoming Webinar
Beyond the Ship: Maximizing Pre and Post Cruise ExperiencesThursday, September 10, 2026
2:00pm Eastern
Discover how to enhance the cruise experience with strategic pre and post cruise planning. Learn how...
Upcoming Webinar
Future Leaders in Travel: Meet Our Supplier PartnersFriday, September 11, 2026
2:00pm Eastern
The Future Leaders in Travel conference brings together an exciting group of emerging travel...
Watch Now!
Sell More Great Lakes Cruises with Victory Cruise LinesWednesday, September 9, 2026
2:00pm Eastern
Join Cris Desouza, VP of Sales, and Barbara Davis, Director of Sales, for an inside look at what’s new...
Upcoming Webinar
Beyond the Ship: Maximizing Pre and Post Cruise ExperiencesThursday, September 10, 2026
2:00pm Eastern
Discover how to enhance the cruise experience with strategic pre and post cruise planning. Learn how...
Upcoming Webinar
Future Leaders in Travel: Meet Our Supplier PartnersFriday, September 11, 2026
2:00pm Eastern
The Future Leaders in Travel conference brings together an exciting group of emerging travel...