What Are the Best Cities to Live in the World? GR Estates Presents the Favorites in 2023

InterNations, the leading global community for individuals living and working abroad, has recently unveiled its annual ranking of cities, a report highlighting the best places to live in the world in 2023.

This list, evaluating 49 cities based on the experiences of expatriates in the past year, is the outcome of a survey of over 12,000 expatriates representing 177 nationalities and residing in 181 countries or territories. Factors such as quality of life, ease of settling in, personal finances, and others were carefully considered. And which city secured the top spot on the entire list? None other than our cherished Málaga, with its Costa del Sol and myriad factors enhancing its quality of life.

Málaga: The Best City in the World to Live

This year, Málaga, with its splendid Costa del Sol, claimed the top position, solidifying its status as the best city in the world to live and work. Located in Andalusia, Málaga, one of the most captivating cities, enchants with its rich history, vibrant artistic and cultural scene (the birthplace of Picasso), pleasant climate, and exquisite gastronomy.

Málaga not only led the overall list but also excelled in local friendliness, climate and weather, and ranked first in the subcategories of work and leisure, as well as work-life balance. Expatriates praised the safety, affordable public transportation, numerous recreational options, and Málaga's vibrant social life. The only drawback: Málaga ranked 41st in the local job market.

Spain, overall, emerges victorious this year, with five cities among the top 20. Alicante and Valencia claimed the second and third positions, respectively, following Málaga, with shared attributes such as ease of settling in, high quality of life, and robust personal finances. According to InterNations, these cities offer welcoming cultures that enable a pleasant and affordable life.

GR Estates: Your Partner on the Costa del Sol

If you're considering a move to the marvelous Costa del Sol, GR Estates is your reliable partner. Discover properties in the world's best city to live with us, offering a wide range of options tailored to your needs and preferences. From luxury villas and spectacular apartments overlooking the Mediterranean Sea to second-hand homes with high investment returns, both for sale and vacation rentals. We cover the entire Costa del Sol in search of the best property that suits your needs and comforts, and we're just a call away.

This city is the paradise you deserve, guiding you to the best investments with the highest quality of life. Feel free to contact us for any information or advice about this area; our experience of over 25 years in this wonderful corner of southern Spain makes us one of the best real estate agencies on the Costa del Sol.

InterNation's Top 20 Cities in the World

1. Málaga, Spain
2. Alicante, Spain
3. Valencia, Spain
4. Ras Al Khaimah
5. Abu Dhabi, UAE
6. Madrid, Spain
7. Mexico City, Mexico
8. Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
9. Bangkok, Thailand
10. Muscat, Oman
11. Dubai, UAE
12. Lisbon, Portugal
13. Barcelona, Spain
14. Amsterdam, Netherlands
15. Nairobi, Kenya
16. Zurich, Switzerland
17. Athens, Greece
18. Stockholm, Sweden
19. Luxembourg City, Luxembourg
20. The Hague, Netherlands

Discover more about properties on the enchanting Costa del Sol at www.gr-estates.com. Your new home awaits!

Full Forbes article here

The GR Estates Team