Is it safe to travel to Thailand in 2026?

Thailand scores 62/100 on the World Safety Index. It is generally safe for tourists in resort areas, but pickpocketing, scams and road safety are key risks. Check our live Thailand safety page for real-time alerts and neighbourhood breakdowns.

Is Mexico safe to visit in 2026?

Mexico scores 38/100. Tourist areas like Cancun and Los Cabos are significantly safer than national averages. Avoid certain inland states. See our Mexico safety score, crime map and travel advisory.

What is the safest country in the world in 2026?

Iceland, Singapore, and Switzerland consistently top our safety rankings with scores above 90/100. See the full ranked list of safest countries on World Safety Index.

Is Colombia safe for tourists in 2026?

Colombia scores 41/100. Medellín and Cartagena are popular tourist destinations with moderate safety. Petty theft, scams and certain neighbourhoods remain high risk. View our full Colombia safety breakdown.

Which countries are safest for solo female travellers?

Iceland, New Zealand, Portugal, Japan and Canada rank highest for solo female safety on the World Safety Index. View our full solo female travel safety rankings for all 189 countries.

Is Egypt safe to visit in 2026?

Egypt scores 44/100. Tourist sites like Cairo, Luxor and the Red Sea resorts are generally safe. Petty crime, scams and political instability in border regions are key concerns.

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Sydney

Australia

City scores reflect local, neighbourhood-level conditions and can differ significantly from the country-wide score.

Population: 5.3 million

Iconic harbour city with world-famous beaches. Generally safe but watch for bag snatching at Bondi and Kings Cross nightlife area.

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Safe — low risk across most categories.

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Historical time-series scores are not available for this destination. Scores are updated as new annual datasets are published (typically February, June, and September each year).

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78/100

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Sydney

83/100

✅ Safe

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