It is understandable why one of the greatest love stories in history was set in the northern Italian city of Verona, as chosen by author William Shakespeare.
Data from the 2018 Best nations rankings, which characterise 80 nations based on a survey of more than 21,000 people from four regions, indicate that Italy, the setting for “Romeo and Juliet,” is the best country for dating. With the highest average score in five categories—fun, friendly, sexy, trustworthy, and approachable—the nation took the top spot for dating.
Italy, a well-liked destination for honeymooners, is sure to please any hopeless romantic with its expansive countryside, stunning vineyards, and fragrant cuisine.
However, Brazil comes in at a close second in our dating ranking, so you might want to explore there if you’re looking for a more forward-thinking dating experience. In terms of dating, the nation is ranked second, but it takes first place in the “fun” and “sexy” categories.
Your search for a loving relationship may take you to Thailand’s beaches or Ireland’s verdant hills if you’re still not content. Below is a ranking of the top 10 dating-friendly nations by perspective.
| Country | Dating Rank | Best Countries Overall Rank |
| Italy | 1 | 15 |
| Brazil | 2 | 29 |
| Spain | 3 | 19 |
| New Zealand | 4 | 13 |
| Australia | 5 | 7 |
| Canada | 6 | 2 |
| Netherlands | 7 | 10 |
| Ireland | 8 | 21 |
| Sweden | 9 | 6 |
| Thailand | 10 | 27 |
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