Marcel Kuhn
Top 10 Countries Likely to Turn Away Tourists Soon
Japan: Overwhelmed by Overtourism Japan: Overwhelmed by Overtourism (image credits: wikimedia) Japan has long been a magnet for travelers, but the country is now facing unprecedented challenges. In the past year, tourist arrivals broke all previous records, with nearly 3 million visitors in a single month. Locals in hotspots like Kyoto and Kamakura have voiced …
Top 10 Nations on the Verge of Closing to Tourists
Bhutan: Tightening the Gates of the Himalayas Bhutan: Tightening the Gates of the Himalayas (image credits: pixabay) Bhutan, often celebrated for its untouched beauty and “Gross National Happiness” philosophy, has recently stunned the travel world. In 2024, officials raised the Sustainable Development Fee for foreign tourists to $200 per night, a move that shocked many …
Top 10 Nations Where Tourists Are No Longer Embraced
Imagine stepping off a plane, the air thick with the scent of spices, diesel, or sea salt, only to sense a subtle chill in the way locals glance at you. Not outright hostility, not always—but a withdrawal, a shuttering of warmth. The world is changing, and so are the places that once welcomed travelers with …
Top 10 Risky Destinations Tourists Just Won’t Avoid
Imagine your heart pounding as you step off the plane, the air humming with unfamiliar sounds, a swirl of spice and diesel in your nose, and the thrill of adventure tingling in your fingertips. Some places on Earth are like magnets for the bold—dangerous, unpredictable, yet impossibly alluring. These destinations don’t just appear on travel …
Top 10 Destinations That May Soon Close to Tourists
Venice, Italy: Sinking Under the Weight of Overtourism Venice, Italy: Sinking Under the Weight of Overtourism (image credits: unsplash) Venice has become the poster child for overtourism, with more than 32 million visitors swarming its delicate canals each year. In early 2025, city officials began enforcing a new entry fee for day-trippers to curb the …
Top 10 Hidden Drawbacks to Visiting Hawaii
Sticker Shock: Hawaii’s Soaring Prices Sticker Shock: Hawaii’s Soaring Prices (image credits: wikimedia) Anyone dreaming of paradise in Hawaii is quickly jolted by the reality of how expensive everything is. In early 2025, the cost of a basic hotel room in Honolulu averaged over $400 per night, a number that’s climbed faster than almost anywhere …
Top 15 Tiny American Towns Gaining Popularity with Retirees
Beaufort, South Carolina: Southern Charm on the Waterfront Beaufort, South Carolina: Southern Charm on the Waterfront (image credits: pixabay) Nestled along the picturesque Intracoastal Waterway, Beaufort has become a magnet for retirees seeking a blend of small-town warmth and coastal beauty. Recent population data shows that the number of residents over 60 has risen by …
Top 10 Places on the Brink of Tourist Bans
Venice, Italy Venice, Italy (image credits: pixabay) It’s hard to imagine Venice without the relentless hum of rolling suitcases and the click of camera shutters, but locals are pushing for a radical change. With over 30 million tourists flooding the city each year before the pandemic, the ancient city is buckling under the weight of …
6 Nations With Top-Tier Public Transport — and 3 With Daily Transit Chaos
Japan: The Peak of Punctuality and Comfort Japan: The Peak of Punctuality and Comfort (image credits: unsplash) Japan’s public transport feels like clockwork magic. The legendary Shinkansen, or bullet train, is so punctual that in 2023, its average delay was just 18 seconds—almost hard to believe unless you’ve stood on a platform and watched the …
Top 10 Healthiest Countries — and 3 Facing Public Health Emergencies
Japan: Leading the World in Longevity and Wellness Japan: Leading the World in Longevity and Wellness (image credits: pixabay) Japan stands at the pinnacle of global health, with an average life expectancy of 84.6 years in 2025, according to the World Health Organization. This remarkable longevity is tightly linked to the Japanese diet, which emphasizes …
