Ian Hernandez
Strangest Laws Still in Place Around the World
Italy’s Prohibition on Laughter in Public Italy’s Prohibition on Laughter in Public (image credits: pixabay) In the bustling city of Milan, Italy, an ancient law still lingers on the books: the prohibition of loud laughter in public spaces. While it sounds like a plot twist in a quirky comedy, this rule was originally introduced to …
18 Canadian Towns Struggling with Too Many Visitors
Banff, Alberta Banff, Alberta (image credits: unsplash) Banff is one of those places that looks like a postcard no matter where you stand, but lately, the magic has come with a price. In 2024, Banff was swarmed by nearly 4 million visitors, a record that left locals feeling boxed in by endless crowds and gridlocked …
10 Places That May Soon Close to Tourists Altogether
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, …
10 Nations That Might Soon Ban All Foreign Visitors
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 …
Top 10 Nations Likely to Ban Tourists in the Near Future
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 …
Top 10 Most Perilous Places Tourists Keep Visiting
Mount Everest, Nepal Mount Everest, Nepal (image credits: unsplash) There’s something almost magnetic about Mount Everest, drawing adventurers from every corner of the world, despite its deadly reputation. In 2023 alone, over 800 climbers braved its icy slopes, creating traffic jams at heights where oxygen is scarce and mistakes are often fatal. The risks are …
Mexico’s Tourist Paradises Under Threat as Violence Escalates
Paradise With a Shadow Paradise With a Shadow (image credits: wikimedia) Close your eyes and picture yourself on a powdery white beach in Playa del Carmen, the waves glittering turquoise, and the salty breeze tangled in your hair. Now imagine the distant echo of sirens, a news chopper circling overhead, and a sense that not …
Top 10 Danger Zones That Still Attract Tourists
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 …
World’s 10 Most Trusted Countries—According to Recent Study
Switzerland: The Epitome of Global Trust Switzerland: The Epitome of Global Trust (image credits: pixabay) Switzerland sits comfortably at the top of recent trust rankings, and it’s not hard to see why. In 2023, the Global Trust Index reported that a staggering 87% of international respondents expressed confidence in Switzerland’s reliability. This confidence is deeply …
Travel | Why I Gave Up Summer Trips—and You Might Want To, Too
The Allure of Summer Travel The Allure of Summer Travel (image credits: stocksnap) Summer travel has always seemed like a rite of passage. As soon as school lets out and the weather warms up, families and friends scatter toward beaches, mountains, and buzzing cities. There’s something magical about the energy of summer—the longer days, lively …
