15 Countries Where It’s Easiest to Get Around
While it’s more likely a traveler planning a vacation will look at the availability of flights rather than the density of paved roads, being able to get around in a country is equally important.
In the World Economic Forum’s 2017 Travel and Tourism Competitiveness Report, countries are ranked on their attractiveness for tourists based on 14 categories, including ground and port infrastructure. The report measures countries on the quality of their ports, roads, and railroads; the density of both their paved roads and total number of roads; and the efficiency of their ground transport.
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15. Spain
Spain’s favorable score for ground and port infrastructure is only one of the many attributes this western European country has going for it, given that they placed first in the overall tourism attractiveness ranking. Spain does exceptionally well in the quality of railroad infrastructure indicator.
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14. Barbados
Barbados’ high score in ground and port infrastructure comes from strong performances in both road density and paved road density indicators. This Caribbean island also prioritizes tourism highly, making it an appealing holiday destination.
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13. Bahrain
Bahrain boasts an impressive road density ranking in second place, showcasing the effectiveness of its ground transport network.
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12. Austria
Austria performs well in multiple indicators, particularly in transport efficiency and road quality. Tourists can expect a delightful and sustainable experience while visiting.
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11. United Kingdom
The United Kingdom ranks eleventh for ground transport, with scores in the top 20 for all indicators except for road quality. For railroad density, the U.K. ranks ninth, making it a convenient locale for train travel.
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10. Japan
Japan holds the tenth position, distinguished by its superior railroad infrastructure and exceptional ground transport efficiency. This is quite evident in the extensive and punctual train systems, particularly in Tokyo.
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9. Denmark
Denmark excels in ground transport with excellent road quality and an extensive network of cycling paths, allowing for an enjoyable travel experience by bike, with nearly 7,500 miles of bike routes available.
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8. Luxembourg
Luxembourg ranks third for railroad density and seventh for paved road density. Its central location in Europe provides easy access to surrounding countries, encouraging visitors to enjoy its beautiful landscapes and extensive bike trails.
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7. France
With one of the highest scores for railroad infrastructure and solid performance in terms of paved road density, France is not only easy to navigate but also well-connected globally, thanks to a robust airline network.
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6. Belgium
Belgium stands out with a strong second place for railroad density and impressive scores across ground transport indicators such as port quality and road density, making it a convenient destination for train travel.
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5. Germany
Germany, while ranking fourth for railroad density, excels in overall transport quality, ranking highly for port infrastructure and efficient ground transport. These attributes make it a top destination for tourists.
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4. Switzerland
Switzerland ranks highly for railroad infrastructure quality and demonstrates excellent ground transport efficiency, making it a verified comfortable travel destination.
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3. Netherlands
The Netherlands, ranking high across ground and port infrastructure indicators, features an extensive canal network that contributes to its top position for port quality.
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2. Singapore
Singapore scores excellently across multiple transport categories, making it highly accessible for both entry and internal travel. Its air transport infrastructure is especially remarkable, claiming the top spot in quality.
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1. Hong Kong
In first place for ground and port transport is Hong Kong, achieving high scores across all indicators. Moreover, Hong Kong also ranks well for air transport infrastructure, making it an easy place to travel and a desirable destination overall.
