welcome to mojo travels and today we're counting down our picks for the top 10
friendliest cities in the u.s are you a fan of our videos be sure to subscribe to mojo
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at cities across america where you're inclined to receive the warmest welcome
number 10. san diego california temperatures in san diego rarely rise above 100 degrees
sitting comfortably in the high 60s and high 70s throughout the year the sunny and partly cloudy
days vastly outweigh the rainy ones delivering pitch perfect beach weather with a climate like
this we can see why san diego residents have such radiant attitudes their positivity has a way of
rubbing off on visitors in addition to the beaches you'll find plenty of friendly faces at the san
diego zoo and balboa park if you ever lose your way don't hesitate to ask somebody for directions
san diego is full of neighborly people willing to lend a helping hand you'll come for the sight
seeing sunset cruises but you'll want to stay for the friendships formed on board number nine
portland oregon portland goes by a few nicknames but the city of roses is the official one aside
from the portland rose festival this nickname is reflected through the city's rosy population
portland's blossoming scenery transports people into a state of constant tranquility and bliss
it's a feeling you want to share with everyone around you visitors can get in touch with nature
and the community at the portland japanese garden or the international rose test garden portland's
architecture is also booming with personality much like its colorful residents of course
nothing brings people together like food so why not bond with your loved ones over a box
of portland's famous donuts or make some new friends at one of the many food trucks
number 8. honolulu hawaii according to a wallet hub survey taken in 2020 hawaii was ranked the
happiest state in the u.s that's a distinction this wondrous destination has clearly earned
while hawaii in general is a friendly place you can experience everything that
makes the aloha state wonderful in honolulu translating to sheltered harbor or comport
honolulu more than lives up to its name part of that is because of the relaxing ambiance
complete with elegant beaches and luaus it's the people who make honolulu a paradise however a
lay isn't merely a tourist gimmick it can be a symbol of welcome or a parting gift either
way when somebody presents you with a flower garland you'll understand the meaning of ohana
number 7. buffalo new york new yorkers sometimes get a bad rep for not being the most
cheerful folks while big city life can bring out one's aggressive side few states have a stronger
sense of community whenever the country faces an especially dark hour new yorkers are known
to band together and show others support nowhere is this more common than in buffalo which has been
dubbed the city of good neighbors buffalo has a long-standing history of opening their arms
to outsiders tracing back to the 1800s and the subsequent waves of immigration and population
shifts even in the 21st century thousands of refugees have found new homes in buffalo winters
can be brutal but you'll always find a friendly face shoveling snow number six key west florida
the beautiful island of key west is among the most laid-back and accepting destinations in the
u.s the locals are a lot like a sea breeze making even the most humid days feel fresh and inviting
this tropical savannah lives by the official motto one human family a saying originally coined by key
west artist and designer jt thompson one human family straightforwardly conveys the message that
no matter how different people are we're all equals although thompson came up with the motto
the people of key west inspired it quote i probably wouldn't have come to the concept if
i'd been living anywhere else thompson said our tight-knit and supportive community understands
how valuable paying it forward is and we do number five santa fe new mexico if you're a rent head
you know that sunny santa fe is a nice place to settle down with your significant other and
maybe open a restaurant jonathan larson painted an accurate portrayal of new mexico's capital
which certainly has one of the country's hottest restaurant scenes and where there's a plethora
of food there's plenty of people to share your meal with santa fe is a cornucopia of creativity
as reflected through the numerous art galleries growing up in some other places artistic thinkers
can sometimes feel like outsiders outside thinking is embraced in santa fe however meaning you're
bound to find someone who shares your unique tastes although it's new mexico's fourth largest
city santa fe has a small town vibe that's only emphasized by the community's hospitality
number four chattanooga tennessee nashville is tennessee's most populous city and it's definitely
the place to be if you want to share your love of country music with others when it comes to
friendliness though chattanooga brings out the best in tennessee nicknamed the scenic city this
county seat is distinguished by its vast mountains parks and the tennessee river being such an
outdoors oriented city you're inclined to pick up some new friends observing the views from the rock
city gardens or jogging across the walnut street bridge you couldn't ask for a more family-friendly
city either with the tennessee aquarium offering fun for all ages visiting chattanooga is almost
like stepping into a postcard instantly making you feel welcome and with a backdrop like this
the scenery must be shared number 3 park city utah park city is perhaps the closest the u.s
gets to a winter wonderland granted it doesn't snow all year between november and april though
it's a regular north pole and the people are as jolly as saint nick himself even if you're not
the most seasoned skier or snowboarder newbies will feel more than welcome on the slopes park
city is at its most hospitable in january when the sundance film festival is held whether you're
watching a future oscar contender or a little passion project that an unknown artist spent years
trying to make audiences feel as if they're part of something special just sitting in the theater
it doesn't just bring together the film community it reminds us what it means to be a community
number 2 telluride colorado telluride is another skiing community known for its annual
film festival unlike sundance tff takes place in september meaning you can avoid the heavy snow no
matter what time of the year you visit telluride will surely greet you with a hearty welcome
hopping on a gondola you might find yourself sitting next to a complete stranger but by the
time you reach the top you could ski off with a new friend during the summer you may also pick up
a few hiking companions while seeking out bridal veil falls in addition to film festivals people
come together for the telluride bluegrass festival the telluride tech festival and other annual
events in this box canyon you're always surrounded by two things mountains and friendly people number
one charleston south carolina greenville is certainly a multi-huge city with fascinating
people if vibrant color is what you seek though look no further than rainbow row in charleston the
people are every bit as charming as these historic houses over the past decade travel and leisure
has ranked charleston the number one city in the u.s for friendliness on multiple occasions while
southern living magazine called it the most polite and hospitable city in america charleston is a hub
of southern hospitality from festive beaches to enticing restaurants to alluring architecture
perhaps the most iconic site is waterfront park's pineapple fountain but wherever you go
in charleston you'll feel the friendliness do you agree with our picks check out this other recent
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