World's happiest countries
POSTED: 12:18 PM PDT Oct 20, 2011
UPDATED: 11:00 PM PDT Oct 07, 2012
The 2012 World Happiness Report was released recently. Find out which countries are the happiest places in the world.
Todd Korol / Reuters
5. Canada. North America's top contender on the happiness scale, Canada is a destination closer to home for U.S. travelers looking for some vacation joy. With high scores for political freedom, strong social networks, and health and economic stability, Canadians have plenty to smile about. For the cheeriest getaway, head to Quebec, which ranked highest among the individual provinces.
