Thailand: Environmental Concerns on the Rise Thailand: Environmental Concerns on the Rise (image credits: unsplash) Thailand’s famous shores, like those of Phuket and Koh Phi Phi, have become almost synonymous with paradise. Yet, the island’s beauty is under threat. In 2023, Thai officials reported a staggering 30% bump in tourist arrivals over previous years, driving …
Welcome to my section on worldwide travel destinations!
Canada: Proximity, Familiarity, and a Welcoming Society Canada: Proximity, Familiarity, and a Welcoming Society (image credits: unsplash) Canada remains one of the most popular countries for Americans considering a new life abroad. Its close proximity to the United States makes visiting friends and family much simpler, and the cultural similarities help ease the transition. According …
Picture this: you’re standing in a place where every sense is on high alert. The air smells electric, your heart thrums with adrenaline, and around you sprawls a landscape both beautiful and fearsome. This is the allure of the world’s danger zones—places where caution and curiosity collide, and where the brave (or maybe just the …
Picture this: you’re strolling through ancient streets, the air heavy with the scent of blooming jasmine and sizzling street food, but instead of being swept away by the magic, you’re elbow-to-elbow with crowds, dodging selfie sticks, or feeling like a walking wallet. For many travelers, once-beloved destinations are losing their sparkle. The world is changing, …
Whispers of Silence in Bhutan Whispers of Silence in Bhutan (image credits: pixabay) Imagine a hush falling over the emerald valleys of Bhutan, where prayer flags ripple in mountain breezes and the air smells of wild jasmine and pine. Bhutan already tightly controls tourism with a “High Value, Low Impact” policy, but whispers from Thimphu …
Ever felt the sharp sting of standing at the edge of a dream, only to realize you might never cross the threshold? Imagine gazing over turquoise waters, ancient temples, or wild rainforests—then learning that soon, the door might shut forever. Around the world, breathtaking places are teetering on the brink, threatened by climate change, crowds, …
Japan: The Unrivaled Passport Powerhouse Japan: The Unrivaled Passport Powerhouse (image credits: wikimedia) Japan’s passport stands tall in 2025, holding the number one spot for global travel freedom. Japanese citizens enjoy visa-free or visa-on-arrival access to an astonishing 193 countries and territories. That means almost every corner of the globe is open to them, and …
North Korea’s Walls Grow Higher North Korea’s Walls Grow Higher (image credits: unsplash) North Korea is a country that has always played by its own rules, and those rules are getting stricter every year. In 2024, the regime’s grip on information—and outsiders—tightened even more, with government spokespeople hinting that a total ban on foreign tourism …
Paris, France Paris, France (image credits: pixabay) Paris, despite its romantic image, has developed a reputation for being less than hospitable to outsiders. According to a 2023 European Travel Commission survey, 45% of tourists reported feeling unwelcome, citing curt service in cafes and shops as a main factor. The city’s immense popularity has led to …
Finland: The World’s Trust Champion Finland: The World’s Trust Champion (image credits: unsplash) Finland has stunned the world once again by topping the 2025 global trust survey, with an impressive trust score of 87%. This Nordic nation’s reputation for honesty, openness, and effective governance has been credited as a major reason for its global admiration. …