This U.S. city has been named the most relaxing destination in the world
This west coast city has been named the most relaxing in the world. Do you agree?
San Diego has been recognised as the most relaxing city globally, according to a recent study by Holafly, an international eSIM provider.
The study evaluated 50 cities worldwide based on factors linked to physical and emotional well-being, including access to parks and nature reserves, the number of spa and wellness centres, air quality, average annual sunshine hours, traffic congestion, and happiness. To determine its list, the company awarded each a score on a scale of one to 100: San Diego topped the list with a superb score of 83.3.
The city’s high ranking is attributed to its abundance of green spaces, consistent sunny weather, and numerous wellness centres. San Diego has a population of 1.4 million and boasts 93 miles of shoreline; with 266 parks and nature reserves, the highest among the cities studied, people have ample opportunities for outdoor relaxation.
With over 3,000 hours of sunshine annually, residents and visitors can enjoy pleasant weather year-round. Additionally, the city offers 359 spas and wellness centres, catering to those seeking rejuvenation and stress relief.
In comparison, Singapore and Vienna, which ranked second and third respectively, also scored highly in the study. Singapore is known for its 242 parks and nature spaces and 698 spas and wellness centres, along with good air quality and over 2,000 hours of sunshine per year.
In Europe, Vienna is noted for its excellent air quality, short average traffic times, and more than 2,000 hours of sunlight annually.
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Barcelona stands out for its wellness offerings, boasting the highest number of spas and wellness centres among the ranked cities while Helsinki in Finland is also notable for its exceptionally clean air.
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