Travel is all about fun because if it wasn’t fun, we wouldn’t do it. Sure, we know what we like and where not to go, but when it comes to having the most fun, some places are simply more fun than others.
These are the most fun and adventurous countries to visit. Here’s to having some fun.
1. New Zealand
Note: Our rankings are based on three sources — A World of Travel’s most fun destinations in the world, U.S. News’ best places for adventure, and Tripadvisor readers’ favorite destinations and best attractions. We culled the lists and created one that combines them all.
There should be no surprise New saba sport bet Zealand is considered one of the most adventurous countries. What is a surprise is that neither A World to Travel or Tripadvisor had it on their lists.
What’s so fun about New Zealand? How about more than 400 attractions and nearly 1,000 ways to enjoy the great outdoors in and out of its biggest cities of Queensland, Auckland and Wellington?
Top Things to See in New Zealand
Top attraction: Museum of New Zealand Te Papa Tongarewa
Top nature setting: The Old Ghost Road
Top landmark: SkyTower
2. Philippines
Of course, the Philippines landed on the U.S. News’ most adventurous countries list. The tropical nation made up of over 7,000 islands is ripe for water sports like jet skiing, surfing, snorkeling and boating.
Interior exploration into the mountains and rainforests means hiking and ziplining — all things that keep you active and young at heart.
Top Things to See in Philippines
Top attraction: National Museum
Top nature setting: Fort Santiago
Top landmark: Bonifacio Global City
3. Switzerland
Set amidst Western Europe and filled with the continent’s tallest mountains, Switzerland may not have ranked as “fun,” but it does score well for adventure, appearing in U.S. News’ most adventurous list of countries.
The mountains beckon, be it for hikes in the summer or ski runs in the winter, and the country’s 1,500 lakes provide the water activities, even if the glacial-fed lakes are a bit nippy. The natural backdrop is stunning and beckons you to get out and play.
Top Things to See in Switzerland
Top attraction: Chaplin’s World
Top nature setting: The Matterhorn
Top landmark: Charles Kuonen Suspension Bridge
4. Sweden
Add Sweden to the places hottest for adventure, according to U.S. News.
This Scandinavian country is also about outdoor exploration with striking settings found at its seemingly endless lakes, streams and rolling hills. Plus, the country’s citizens celebrate the long days of summer every year with a festival. That sounds like a lot of fun.
Top Things to See in Sweden
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Top attraction: Vasa Museum
Top nature setting: Tivedens Nationalpark
Top landmark: Stockholm Old Town
5. Argentina
Even if it didn’t make any other list, U.S. News calls Argentina one of the best for adventure, and that is certainly the case in Patagonia.
This is the most untouched land in the Southern Hemisphere en route to Antarctica. Here, there is more wildlife than people, and hiking and exploring draw outdoor-loving travelers.
Top Things to See in Argentina
Top attraction: MAAM – Museo de Arqueologia de Alta Montana de Salta
Top nature setting: Parque Provincial Aconcagua
Top landmark: Torre Tanque
6. Colombia
Colombia is full of adventure. In the past, that kind of adventure was more of a dangerous kind, but in the last decade, it has become increasingly safer to explore outside of the cities and enjoy the rainforests and mountains.
The cities themselves are fun, too. Filled with high energy and loads of color, places like Bogota and Cartagena are as lively as it comes.
Top Things to See in Colombia
Top attraction: Gold Museum (Museo del Oro)
Top nature setting: Mount Monserrate
Top landmark: Walled city of Cartagena
7. Australia
U.S. News calls Australia one of the best for adventure, even if it didn’t make any other list. Which is puzzling. Sure, the land Down Under is known for its adventure — this is home to the world’s biggest barrier reef, after all — and what about the cities?
Syndey, Melbourne, Victoria, Perth … these places are home to welcoming and fun citizens with lively bars, clubs, theaters and more.
Top Things to See in Australia
Top attraction: Syndey Opera House
Top nature setting: Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary
Top landmark: Cape Byron Lighthouse
8. Canada
Canada is also considered one of the most adventurous nations, with plenty of outdoor spaces to enjoy. Skiing in the winter, hiking in the summer, biking, horseback riding — heck, the country just opened its coast-to-coast bike trail!
There is also a cross-country train that gives you the views without the work. Then, enjoy the laughs in cities like Montreal, Vancouver and Toronto.
Top Things to See in Canada
Top attraction: Ripley’s Aquarium of Canada
Top nature setting: Stanley Park
Top landmark: Niagara Falls
9. Morocco
Morocco is a whole lotta fun and also one of the best countries in the world, according to TripAdvisor reviewers. The exotic flair of the Arabic land of Northern Africa will have you filled with wonder.
From the spices filling the air in lively and colorful markets to sand-strewn camel rides that give you a glimpse into Bedouin life, Morocco deserves its spot on this list. Nothing is as fun as seeing the world through a different lens.
Top Things to See in Morocco
Top attraction: Souk El Had d’Agadir
Top nature setting: Jardin Majorelle
Top landmark: Hassan II Mosque
10. China
China’s attractions may be why A World to Travel thinks it’s so fun. Hong Kong Disney World, which opened in 2005, is a TripAdvisor favorite, but that’s not what China is about.
A visit means stepping into an ancient country with equally ancient traditions. That step into the Far East is so striking, it ignites the adrenaline as much as any roller coaster could.
Top Things to See in China
Top attraction: The Museum of Qin Terra-cotta Warriors and Horses
Top nature setting: Great Wall of China
Top landmark: Temple of Heaven
