Quality of Life
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Could do better
Though they missed the top 10, the cities ranked 11-20 in Monocle's Quality of Life chart are still great places to live. We explore what makes them stand out.
Boulder and wiser
Boulder and Fort Collins are breeding grounds for entrepreneurs tapping into the great outdoors. With the Rockies outside, web developers and organic enthusiasts are inspired to scale new peaks.
2. Copenhagen
There’s no shame coming second, particularly when your new metro is expanding, your airport is a joy, you can bike safely through the city and you have so many stunning residents.
Good hood
What makes a perfect urban village? We've studied our favourite neighbourhoods – from Copenhagen to Tokyo – to create a blueprint for an ideal precinct that is contained but well-connected, cosy yet cosmopolitan.
9. Honolulu
The city has the luxury of sitting on Asia’s doorstep. This is great news but it needs to put it to use.
Europe
France's blogging love affair, plus a green oasis in Spain and our Q&A with the Mayor of Berlin.
Urban manifesto
What makes a city liveable? Monocle looks beyond recycling bins and congestion charges to consider tolerance, punctual transit, sunshine and the ability to get a drink in the wee hours.
