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10 Nations That May Soon Shut Their Doors to Visitors
China China (image credits: unsplash) China has become increasingly cautious about permitting international visitors, especially in the wake of the recent health crises and ongoing global tensions. Since the pandemic, China has maintained some of the world’s strictest entry policies, including mandatory quarantines, health monitoring, and regular surveillance at all points of entry. By 2025, …
10 Countries Nearing a Tourist Ban
Thailand Thailand (image credits: unsplash) Thailand, once the picture of tropical paradise, is on the verge of restricting tourism in 2025 due to mounting unrest and environmental strain. Political protests have escalated, prompting the government to impose curfews in cities like Bangkok and Chiang Mai, raising alarms for international visitors. The famous Phi Phi Islands, …
The 8 Most Joyful Countries to Live In (Plus 3 of the Saddest You Might Want to Avoid)
Finland: The Pinnacle of Happiness Finland: The Pinnacle of Happiness (image credits: unsplash) Finland continues to dazzle the world, having topped the World Happiness Report in 2023 with a score of 7.8 out of 10—and it remains a global leader in well-being today. Finnish society is built on a deep sense of trust, both in …
Top 10 Places Where Tourists Are Less Welcome Than Before
1. Venice, Italy 1. Venice, Italy (image credits: unsplash) Venice is a city that’s practically synonymous with romance, gondolas, and dazzling canals, yet by 2025, the mood has shifted. The city has been overwhelmed by visitors, with tourist numbers up by 50% since 2010, putting immense pressure on infrastructure and daily life. In response, authorities …
10 Nations Where Buying a House Is Nearly Out of Reach
Hong Kong: The World’s Priciest Real Estate Market Hong Kong: The World’s Priciest Real Estate Market (image credits: unsplash) Hong Kong continues to be the most unaffordable city globally for homebuyers, according to the 2024 Demographia International Housing Affordability report. The median house price here is over 18 times the median household income, a staggering …
10 Nations Poised to Turn Tourists Away
Venezuela: Economic Collapse and Safety Concerns Venezuela: Economic Collapse and Safety Concerns (image credits: pixabay) Venezuela, once a hub for South American adventure seekers, has experienced a catastrophic decline in tourism. The country’s ongoing economic collapse has resulted in runaway hyperinflation, leaving even basic goods like food and medicine in short supply. According to tourism …
Top 10 Most Dangerous Places Tourists Keep Flocking To
1. Mount Everest, Nepal: The Deadly Allure of the World’s Tallest Peak 1. Mount Everest, Nepal: The Deadly Allure of the World’s Tallest Peak (image credits: pixabay) Every year, hundreds of thrill-seekers attempt to summit Mount Everest, despite the mountain’s deadly reputation. As of April 2025, the number of climber fatalities on Everest has reached …
Top 10 Happiest Countries—and 3 Miserable Ones Struggling Below
Finland: The Pinnacle of Happiness Finland: The Pinnacle of Happiness (image credits: unsplash) Finland stands at the top of the World Happiness Report for the seventh consecutive year in 2025, earning a striking score of 7.8 out of 10. Finnish people enjoy a society built on mutual trust, equality, and a reliable government that invests …
10 Countries That May Soon Say Goodbye to Tourists
Venice, Italy Venice, Italy (image credits: unsplash) Venice’s canals have long been the dream of travelers, but the city is now struggling under the crushing weight of its own popularity. In 2022, Venice saw more than 30 million visitors, a staggering number for a city with fewer than 260,000 residents. Recent years have brought severe …
10 Countries That Might Soon Say “No” to Tourists
Bhutan: The Pursuit of Happiness Over Mass Tourism Bhutan: The Pursuit of Happiness Over Mass Tourism (image credits: wikimedia) Bhutan has carved out a distinctive place in the world by fiercely protecting its culture and environment, placing happiness ahead of profit. In 2024, the Bhutanese government made headlines by raising its Sustainable Development Fee (SDF) …
