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According to the Global Peace Index 2026, Jamaica is the Caribbean’s most peaceful nation (70th globally), with strong safety scores and lower conflict, inviting travelers to enjoy beaches like Seven Mile Beach and Frenchman’s Cove and iconic falls such as Dunn’s River Falls and Island Gully Falls.
The 2026 Global Peace Index ranks 163 countries by peacefulness, with Iceland remaining the most peaceful, New Zealand rising to second, and Switzerland, Slovenia, and Ireland following. The report notes a continued decline in global peacefulness amid ongoing conflicts (e.g., Ukraine, Sudan) and cautions that the GPI measures national stability rather than traveler risk, while travel advisories across many nations continue to rise.
The 2026 Global Peace Index ranks Iceland as the world’s safest country for the 19th year running, with New Zealand, Switzerland, Slovenia, Ireland, Austria, Portugal, Singapore, Finland and Japan completing the top 10; the report notes a continuing global decline in peacefulness while the top-ranked nations remain concentrated in Europe and nearby regions, and it emphasizes that peace metrics are not travel advisories.
The 2026 Global Peace Index shows the world grew less peaceful for the 12th straight year, but a handful of nations still stand out for safety: Iceland, New Zealand, Switzerland, Slovenia and Ireland, in that order. The top scores come from low violence, trusted institutions, social cohesion, and strong public services, reinforced by geography and cultural norms of equality. The piece spotlights daily life in these countries—from Iceland’s outdoor, geothermal-laced calm to New Zealand’s low militarisation and easy access to nature, Switzerland’s work–life balance and hospitality, Slovenia’s nature-loving communities, and Ireland’s neutrality and welcoming culture—with tips for visitors to experience that peace.
A new report from International Living ranks Portugal, Malaysia, and Costa Rica as some of the safest and best countries for retirees in 2025, based on safety and quality of life, with all these destinations ranking higher in safety than the U.S.
Iceland has been ranked as the most peaceful country in the world for the 15th consecutive year, followed by Denmark and Ireland, according to the 2023 Global Peace Index. The United States, however, ranked at 131 out of 163 countries, with a significant increase in its homicide rate. The study also revealed that the gap between the least and most peaceful countries continues to widen.