Did a local give an excellent dinner recommendation? Have you been greeted with smiles and hells (or at least smiling eyes over a mask)? Was there all in all just feel-good energy? These could be some of the random acts of kindness that earned these cities the highest mentions of “kind, kind, gracious” and other word associations and related linguistic associations, based on reviews from Expedia.com travelers January 2019 to December 2020.
According to Expedia users, the 20 friendliest cities in the US (plus what to do) include:
- Whitefish, Montana A gate closed Glacier National ParkOutdoor enthusiasts will love the joys of nature these Montana City, village offers
- Sister Bay, Wisconsin These charming little town is suitable for boaters and fishermen alike
- Manitou Springs, Colorado Art lovers will enjoy the galleries, restaurants and boutiques in Manitou Springsand can even jump for one Hot air balloon ride
- Easton, Maryland Relax in a quaint, Small town Inn
- Lihue, Hawaii Nothing beats a picturesque town In the midst of extensive, green valleys with a wonderful view of the Pacific
- Sierra Vista, Arizona A sunny escape southeast Arizona city is considered the hummingbird capital of the USA
- Kennebunkport, Maine It is that Escape from seaside town you always dreamed of it
- Chincoteague, Virginia Book your Island vacation Explore beaches and see wild Chincoteague Ponies
- Ogunquit, Maine Explore Maines South coast, full of sandy beaches and grassy dunes
- Provincetown, Massachusetts Ease your mind all in one Boutique hotel is located on the northern tip of Cape Cod
- Carolina Beach, North Carolina Hit the waves and charter a private sailboat or game viewing cruise
- Kahului, Hawaii Waterfall and rainforest Tours are waiting for you
- Alamogordo, New Mexico The closest base for visiting White Sands National Park
- Manhattan, New York Eat, drink and absorb this Big apple
- Kapaʻa, Hawaii Ready for the adventure seeker Off-road adventure and breathtaking views
- Bar Harbor, Maine adventure in Acadia National Park
- Grants Pass, Oregon Shop or visit the wineries and vineyards in this local vintage boutique City in the Pacific Northwest
- Deadwood, South Dakota Call to all those interested in history! Visit this city for its picturesque setting and discover why it has been named a National Historic Landmark
- Hilo, Hawaii Discover the Big Island with sunsets and stargazing, cultural tours or helicopter flights
- Aspen, Colorado Get a “height” adjustment with you Ski and snowboard rental packages, snowshoeing and more
Not only do these outdoor, beach, and small town destinations promise the friendliest experience, but they’re also in line with Expedia’s Spring and Summer 2021 travel trends as travelers seek socially distant options and homely beach getaways. For more information on this trend, which started in 2020, see the Expedia 2021 Trends Report.
Plus – now is a good time to use Expedia to book 20% off select hotels and save Spring sale happens now through March 31.
Tips for travelers:
- Review restrictions, including testing requirements, stay at home orders, and quarantine requirements for local and national destinations, before you set off.
- Review security measures on Expedia.com by using the Advanced Cleaning filter to narrow down search results, including improved cleaning, contactless check-in, social distancing, and more.
- Choose flexibility by filtering for “Free Cancellation” or “Reserve Now, Pay Later” and select a refundable room type.
Via Expedia.com
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* List of the friendliest cities based on cities and towns with the highest percentage of positive traveler reviews that mention words like “kind, kind, kind” January 2019 – – December 2020.
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