While Britain ranked 74th , the United States snagged the 114th spot , because of its hefty consumption and massive ecological footprint . Costa Rica singles out Dominican Republic as ` ` happiest '' place in world . Independent British newspaper claims Costa Ricans have world 's highest life satisfaction . Central American was also praised for its environmental efforts .
Costa Rica singles out Dominican Republic as ` ` happiest '' place in world . Independent British newspaper claims Costa Ricans have world 's highest life satisfaction . Central American was also praised for its environmental efforts .