Originally Posted by
uszkanni
Happiest/most smiling: Thailand, Cambodia, Australia, and, to a lesser degree, Scotland.
Most taciturn: Norway and the London underground.
I've generally found the locals in so-called "third world" countries to be more friendly towards visitors
Agree about Norway. I am a Norwegian and we are indeed a very shy people.
Back to topic.
Happiest:
Turkey, Palestine and United States.
Least smiling:
Russia and other Eastern European countries, but this is cultural I guess. They do not smile if you are not their very best friend.