For the ninth consecutive time, the Nordic country was named the happiest in the world in the United Nations’ 2026 World Happiness Report. In addition to strong social security, a close connection with nature is a key contributing factor.
Stefanie Bisping studied English, German and Political Science at the University of Münster and the University of Reading in England. She began her journalism career with an internship at Westdeutsche Zeitung, laying the foundation for a successful career in travel writing.
As a seasoned travel journalist, Stefanie contributes to leading newspapers and magazines in Germany and Austria. Her work has taken her across the globe—from the Arctic landscapes of Spitsbergen to the shores of Tasmania. In addition to her journalism, she is the author of several travel books, most recently Lesereise Obere Adria: Das Spiel des Lichts in der Lagune.
Since 2018, Stefanie has been recognized among the top ten "Travel Journalists of the Year". She has earned the number one spot in the rankings for 2020, 2022, 2023, 2024, and 2025—an acknowledgment of her exceptional storytelling and dedication to the craft.
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It is one of the most famous gardens in the world, one of France's greatest attractions, and was designed by a great Impressionist. It has a special charm in late summer—and is no longer overcrowded.