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InterNations, a travel analytics platform, has released a list of the world’s friendliest cities for expats. On the top of the list is the Spanish city of Malaga, Doha is among the 15 friendliest cities in the world for expats alongside Mexico City, Alicante, Valencia, Ras Al Khaimah, Bangkok, Madrid, Panama City, Nairobi, Muscat, Dubai, Riyadh, Melbourne, Australia, and Abu Dhabi.
The platform asked expats around the world to rate their city based on how welcoming it was, how friendly the locals were, and how easy it was to make friends. Expats were asked if they had found a personal support network in their new home, whether they were happy with their social life, and how easy it was to make local friends.
Malaga, located on Spain’s sun-drenched Costa del Sol, has officially topped the list of the world’s most welcoming destinations for expats. Mexico City, the capital of Mexico, came in next on the list.
Doha was named the Arab Tourism Capital for 2023, a remarkable achievement for Qatar, cementing its prominent position on the global tourism map. By offering exceptional hospitality and exemplary treatment to its guests, Qatar has demonstrated to the world its authenticity, heritage, and celebration of diverse cultures and unique experiences. As well as its ability to organise major events, such as the FIFA World Cup.
