Folks Online Point Out 35 Of The Most Disappointing Places They’ve Visited Or Would Never Want To Visit

Quick, close your eyes and think about the places that you’d love to visit one day, Pandas. Odds are that you instantly imagined those places, and that brought a smile to your faces. You might have thought about traveling across Iceland or Japan, or flying off to Paris, Rome, London, or New York. Or you might even be hyped about visiting some tiny town that practically nobody’s heard of. But let’s make things a bit more interesting, shall we?

What are some places that you’d avoid like the plague? It’s a tad more difficult, isn’t it? While you’re pondering this (possibly in front of a gigantic map of the world on the wall), have a scroll and read some of the thoughts that members of the r/AskReddit community shared on this very question.

Someone asked them about the countries they’d never visit, and these internet users were very candid about where they’d hate to end up. You’ll find their opinions and arguments below.

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Folks Online Point Out 35 Of The Most Disappointing Places They’ve Visited Or Would Never Want To Visit Any country where in law I, as a woman, am considered a second class citizen (or else property). Which is an annoyingly extensive list.

GungTho , Sajad Nori Report

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526points

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Lynne Hammar 1 year ago

So the U.S. is out then? 😉

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Folks Online Point Out 35 Of The Most Disappointing Places They’ve Visited Or Would Never Want To Visit Any Muslim-majority theocratic state.

I am a woman.

hypothetical_zombie , Dr Muhammad Amer Report

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412points

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cj 1 year ago (edited)

misstisco I don't think it's so much prejudice but more of a safety concern. You could get arrested or attacked for not following female cultural traditions in a Muslim-popular country even if you are not Muslim. I'm also a woman.

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Folks Online Point Out 35 Of The Most Disappointing Places They’ve Visited Or Would Never Want To Visit Dubai. The amount of culture-less decadence looks absolutely disgusting.

KaterPatater , David Rodrigo Report

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375points

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MarieL 1 year ago

I enjoy traveling, but have never been interested in visiting Dubai...

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There were a few things at the top of most redditors’ minds. These internet users explained that they’re worried about safety, the low quality of life, and a country’s lack of respect for human rights.

Nobody wants to risk their lives unnecessarily. And some commenters felt like they’d be doing just that. But it’s not all based on just opinions and hearsay.

Folks Online Point Out 35 Of The Most Disappointing Places They’ve Visited Or Would Never Want To Visit Any country whose Rule of Law is enforced by the religious folk.

um8medoit , Reiseuhu.de Report

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304points

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gerard julien 1 year ago

"To many Americans, beliefs in God and Americanism has become synonymous. A 2015 survey found that 69% of respondents thought it was important to believe in God to be truly American. And Americans are expected to embrace national slogans such as In God We Trust and one nation, under God. 7 States Still Have Bans on Atheists Holding Office : Maryland, Arkansas, Mississippi, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, and Texas."

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Folks Online Point Out 35 Of The Most Disappointing Places They’ve Visited Or Would Never Want To Visit Russia. F**k Putin.

MrLanesLament added:

Leadership will likely go to one of his cronies, or at least another post-Soviet power leeching oligarch, upon his death.

I so wish I could visit Russia, I just don’t see it being safe for an American to visit anytime in the next few decades. The situation seems a bit North Korean, where an American visitor will just be framed for a crime if the government thinks they’d be useful as a bargaining chip.

notathinganymore , Jaunt and Joy Report

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251points

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Shark Lady 1 year ago

Can we all report Annie Duke the bot, the spammers are annoying the hell out of me today!

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Folks Online Point Out 35 Of The Most Disappointing Places They’ve Visited Or Would Never Want To Visit North Korea

IASIP_Official said:

If I weren't an American, then I totally would for the mere fact that it is a glimpse into a whole other world.

But, since I'm an American, I don't want to end up as a bargaining chip for nuclear arms.

bromosa_mimosa added:

You shouldn't visit even if you were NOT American.

North Korea on paper is a country, but in reality it is a criminal organization. The goal is money. All of this other weird shit like wacky rules and nukes is just to keep people in line and nations on their toes. The goal is money for the top people.

Visiting North Korea helps them achieve these goals. You perpetuate human suffering for these "fringe" trips.

insertrudename , Micha Brändli Report

Final score:

232points

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Mickysixxx 1 year ago (edited)

You would get a glimpse of what they want you have a glimpse of and then probably a glimpse of a reeducation camp

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According to the World Population Review, the top 20 most dangerous countries in the world (in decreasing order of danger) include Afghanistan, Yemen, Syria, Russia, South Sudan, the Democratic Republic of Congo, Iraq, Somalia, the Central African Republic, Sudan, Ukraine, North Korea, Libya, Mali, Ethiopia, Venezuela, Pakistan, Burkina Faso, Turkey, and Colombia.

In short, these were the least safe places on Planet Earth in 2022. The Global Peace Index took into account areas like safety and security, and militarization.

Folks Online Point Out 35 Of The Most Disappointing Places They’ve Visited Or Would Never Want To Visit America. I'ld be so afraid to get shot

FCKALLHUMANS , Aaron Burden Report

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Terry Tobias 1 year ago (edited)

Don't be afraid. We're actually a very friendly country full of nice people and not everyone has guns. My dad did because he was a marine, and a friend does because he hunts, but that's it; no one else that I know has guns. Edit: I feel the need to clarify my comments above. Further down the thread I'm called naive and that I can't know if the people in my life carry guns. I'm 62 years old and have lived around the country at various times through my younger years, and I've met alot of people and experienced alot of life. When it comes to guns, I'm not naive. I know that we need gun control, I know that there are too many guns out and about, and too many idiots carrying them. But, many of us are trying to change that. The people that I mention above were/are gun owners. My now deceased dad occasionally took us target shooting and was always responsible when around guns. He taught us how to be safe around them and he kept them locked up. My friend locks up his rifles, and he lives alone. He only uses them for hunting when it's deer season. The hunting is something that I don't like and it bothers me. But I also know what a careful, responsible person he is. As far as knowing if other people have guns, you're right...I can't know everything, but I do know that my other family members and my friends are gun-free.

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Folks Online Point Out 35 Of The Most Disappointing Places They’ve Visited Or Would Never Want To Visit Saudi Arabia.

lal0cur4 said:

Saudi, UAE, Qatar, and Bahrain are on the Absolutely No list for me.

Oman is the only country on the Arabian peninsula I would go to. I would like to go to Yemen too, but its currently an active war zone so that's not going to be an option anytime soon.

TailsxCream4Eva , ekrem osmanoglu Report

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SCamp 1 year ago

Went 3x to Saudi for work, it was 3x too many

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Folks Online Point Out 35 Of The Most Disappointing Places They’ve Visited Or Would Never Want To Visit China, wouldn't want to give their horrible government any money through tourism. Not that my meager fees would matter anyway.

BaronvonDuddo , Ling Tang Report

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Marie Dahme 1 year ago

The country and people are beautiful. So much history there that’s ancient and lovely. Now the Chinese government on the other hand, that’s frightening.

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However, different countries are more dangerous for different people. For instance, South Africa is considered to be the most dangerous country in the entire world for solo female travelers. Barely 25% of women in the country reported feeling safe walking alone at night.

In second place is Brazil while Russia is in third place. Mexico is the fourth most dangerous place for female travelers while the Dominican Republic is in fifth, according to the World Population Review.

Meanwhile, the top 10 safest countries for women are Spain, Singapore, Ireland, Austria, Switzerland, Norway, Portugal, Croatia, Canada, and Poland.

#10

Folks Online Point Out 35 Of The Most Disappointing Places They’ve Visited Or Would Never Want To Visit Somalia

prplx said:

Just read the is government travel advisory:

If you decide to travel to Somalia:

Review your personal security plan and visit our page on Travel to High-Risk Areas. Avoid sailing near the coast of Somalia and review the Live Piracy Report published by the International Maritime Bureau. Draft a will and designate appropriate insurance beneficiaries and/or power of attorney. Discuss a plan with loved ones regarding care/custody of children, pets, property, belongings, non-liquid assets (collections, artwork, etc.), funeral wishes, etc. Share important documents, login information, and points of contact with loved ones so that they can manage your affairs if you are unable to return as planned to the United States. Find a suggested list of such documents here. Establish your own personal security plan in coordination with your employer or host organization (if you are traveling on business) or consider consulting with a professional security organization. Develop a communication plan with family and/or your employer or host organization (if you are traveling on business), so that they can monitor your safety and location as you travel through high-risk areas. This plan should specify whom you would contact first, and how that person should share the information. Identify key sources of possible assistance for you and your family in case of emergency, such as the nearest U.S. embassy or consulate, FBI, the State Department, your employer (if traveling on business), and local friends/family in the high-risk area. Be sure to appoint one family member to serve as the point of contact with hostage-takers, media, U.S. and host country government agencies, and members of Congress if you are taken hostage or detained. Establish a proof of life protocol with your loved ones, so that if you are taken hostage, your loved ones can know specific questions (and answers) to ask the hostage-takers to be sure that you are alive (and to rule out a hoax). Leave DNA samples with your medical provider in case it is necessary for your family to access them. Erase any sensitive photos, comments, or other materials from your social media pages, cameras, laptops, and other electronic devices that could be considered controversial or provocative by local groups. Leave your expensive/sentimental belongings behind.

IchBinDurstig , Ismail Salad Osman Hajji dirir Report

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177points

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MarieL 1 year ago

It's so sad to see a country in such utter turmoil.

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Folks Online Point Out 35 Of The Most Disappointing Places They’ve Visited Or Would Never Want To Visit Haiti

metachicken said:

Same. People are getting kidnapped like crazy in Haiti right now

JKL555666 , Susan Mohr Report

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Dash Junior 1 year ago

Haiti appears to be a terrifying, chaotic, nearly unsalvageable, place right now.

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Folks Online Point Out 35 Of The Most Disappointing Places They’ve Visited Or Would Never Want To Visit Qatar

SalFunction12 , Radoslaw Prekurat Report

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163points

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Cyber Returns 1 year ago

After what came out about this place during the world cup, I would be surprised that anyone would go there for any reason

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#13

Folks Online Point Out 35 Of The Most Disappointing Places They’ve Visited Or Would Never Want To Visit That island where the locals kill you as soon as they see you.

North Sentinal island.

bilgediver , Medici82 Report

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153points

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Greenmantle 1 year ago

They just want to be left alone, that's their right. You'd think the Christian colonialists to have learned to stay away by now.

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Folks Online Point Out 35 Of The Most Disappointing Places They’ve Visited Or Would Never Want To Visit Afghanistan. Been there done that.

Turbulent-Pea-8826 , Mohammad Husaini Report

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150points

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Steve Robert 1 year ago

The US should have armed every female there before it left them defenseless

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Folks Online Point Out 35 Of The Most Disappointing Places They’ve Visited Or Would Never Want To Visit Really surprised that Papua New Guinea hasn’t made the list. It’s not Somalia but it’s not far off either.

A friend worked there briefly and spent the whole time in a heavily guarded gated complex (home), heavily guarded gated compound (work), or being escorted by armed guard in an armoured vehicle. He had to go through a number of debriefing sessions to adjust to the freedoms of normal life when he got back.

That’s a big no thanks from me

neinlights90210 , Vika Jordanov Report

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135points

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Steve Robert 1 year ago

I didn't know that they had an Amazon fulfillment center there

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#16

In today's world? A whole bunch. Even if I wore the local garb and had male escorts I would not feel safe and I would not enjoy my time surrounded by animals who only see me as a sex toy. As much as I would LOVE to see what these areas hold, war torn countries, violent countries, places with large cartel presence, countries with a lot of corruption, countries who aren't exactly friends with my country....

I love traveling and I love exploring but I also love being whole and alive.

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Panda Kicki 1 year ago

I am amazed India isnt on the list. I travelled there and would never go back. The treatment of the lower classes was disgusting. I saw a man litterally peeing on a street cleaner scrubbing the sidewalk. And rapes, burning of women... Of one few countries I was afraid to walk alone in.

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#17

Israel because of their apartheid aggression against Palestine.

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129points

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Yali-girl with weird name 1 year ago

I just want to get something straight: lots of ppl from palestine dont hate JEWS they hat the Israel government - bug difference -please dont downvote tho

126points

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#18

New Zealand. I wouldn’t want to come back.

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116points

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Echidna learns extreme ironing 1 year ago

My first comment got down voted.... for basically saying that NZ would be awesome - for agreeing with the post. Some pandas need some more bamboo.

110points

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#19

Folks Online Point Out 35 Of The Most Disappointing Places They’ve Visited Or Would Never Want To Visit I follow a lot of travel groups, and whenever someone asks for the worst travel experience, an overwhelming amount of people always say Egypt.

One deleted user said:

One youtuber said they seemed so paranoid and disorganized in Egypt. They confiscated his drone, but he had to instruct them to make some sort of receipt system so he'd have a way to get it back. They were just putting it in a plastic bag, with no sticker or marking, or anything. Nobody knew the rules, if there were any. He had been to a lot of African and other countries, and never had such a disorganized and hostile time entering a country.

MacaroniPoodle , Adrian Dascal Report

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115points

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Lynne Hammar 1 year ago

I don't think flying a drone in a foreign country is advisable ...

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#20

Folks Online Point Out 35 Of The Most Disappointing Places They’ve Visited Or Would Never Want To Visit Any nation with adversarial relations with the USA. I don't want to be held as a political prisoner bargaining chip because they caught me with a damn vape pen.

billingsley , Caio Silva Report

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Steve Robert 1 year ago

But I'm Canadian!

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#21

I follow some travel subs and India and Egypt often come up as not worth it at all.

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83points

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Jaekry 1 year ago

India was intense. Drove us mental after only two weeks. The constant begging, harassment, chaos, hussles. But also intensely beautiful, special, colorful, architecture, food. We fled into smaller villages, to wind down. Best decision. I would still recommend India. Just maybe not for your first abroad trip. :)

47points

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#22

Well I'm trans so most of them

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Michael Largey 1 year ago

Well, you've always got Transylvania available, although some of the inhabitants can be a pain in the neck.

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#23

Indonesia [now that sex out of marriage](https://www.hrw.org/news/2022/12/08/indonesia-new-criminal-code-disastrous-rights) is gonna probably be illegal. Not the place to go for women and LGBTQ people.

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79points

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Rachel Ainsworth 1 year ago

Only a close relative (parent, spouses, children) can report under the law so you're only at risk if you go on holiday with your partner AND your family.

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#24

Folks Online Point Out 35 Of The Most Disappointing Places They’ve Visited Or Would Never Want To Visit Mauritania still has slavery. [And locusts]
All that oceanfront property and it still looks like hell on earth.

Barbygurl said:

I've been to Mauritania, Nouckachott is probably the worst thing about the country unless you venture out to the less built areas. They do have some nice vast beaches especially close to the airport and the desert is fascinating, but what's mostly sad is that even if you drive for a few miles away from the populated areas you're still bound to see rubbish and litter all over the place

knockatize , Daniel Born Report

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78points

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Giuditta Jones 1 year ago

No comment.

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#25

Anywhere that is not America. Not because I'm proud of my country or anything, I can't afford to leave.

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75points

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Sarcastic Fringehead 1 year ago

Feel that

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#26

All countries in the tropics, they are too hot for my Scandinavian genes

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Steve Robert 1 year ago

I agree. Any country where the bugs are bigger than me is a NoNo

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#27

Folks Online Point Out 35 Of The Most Disappointing Places They’ve Visited Or Would Never Want To Visit Anywhere that's war torn, I could go to prison for accidentally breaking a tiny law, or anywhere where I could be put in prison as a political maneuver.

Dark-Elf-Mortimer said:

Ukraine is war torn but is relatively safe to foreigners unless you wander close to the front or in closed areas. Some minor inconveniences of being woken up to siren, explosion, or plane, but no big danger.

and anyone who likes Slavic culture would want to visit Ukraine.

RPC3 , Jordy Meow Report

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72points

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CrazyKnitter 1 year ago

I'd love to eventually see Ukraine. But I am a bit frightened because of Putin's complete lack of respect for civilians and war crimes.

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#28

The Democratic Republic of the Congo

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Michael Largey 1 year ago

The Democratic Republic of the Congo is neither.

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#29

Pakistan

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70points

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Minnie Not Mouse 1 year ago

Pakistan is sort of a mess right now.

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#30

Serbia, I'm Bosnian incase you ask why.

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66points

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Pauline Tamere 1 year ago

Well, I'm french with a Serbian husband and I agree with you. This country and its beautiful culture are sinking into a sad sad mess. Xenophobia is only a part of the phenomenon. Screw you vucic

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#31

I'm pretty open to traveling anywhere (some places only if they make future political changes, like North Korea obviously, because I don't want all my travel expenses to fund organized crime)

The ones I would probably NEVER travel to are flat, desert countries. Like the UAE. I get that Dubai is a cool city but I'm not that interested in going somewhere just for cool skyscrapers, seen plenty of those already.

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65points

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FatLipsMcCool 1 year ago

Not to mention it was built with slavery and human trafficking...

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#32

Eritrea

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55points

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Z Man 1 year ago

Where to start? Abject poverty, Border wars with Ethiopia, Eritrea's had only president since independence; his rule, particularly since 2001, has been highly autocratic and repressive. His government has created a highly militarized society by pursuing an unpopular program of mandatory conscription into national service – divided between military and civilian service – of indefinite length.

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#33

Jamaica.

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Robert T 1 year ago

No, she went of her own accord! ;-)

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#34

Folks Online Point Out 35 Of The Most Disappointing Places They’ve Visited Or Would Never Want To Visit Sudan.

irony_in_the_UK said:

A guy named Dan on reddit roadtripped throughout most of Africa over 2-3 years and visited Sudan near the end of his trip. It doesn't appear to be a particularly bad place to visit, but it does seem unfairly isolated by the rest of the world.

His youtube channel shows his trip through Sudan if you're curious at all.

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The Queen Of Upper Butt Crack 1 year ago

Sudan has more pyramids than Egypt and reportedly some of the friendliest people in the world .

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#35

bali after the new law

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Christoph 1 year ago

what new law?

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#36

Yugoslavia or Czechoslovakia because I can't.

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20points

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Steve Robert 1 year ago

That's because these countries no longer exist

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#37

I'm going to answer seriously. France. Idk why but while I would love to take a European excursion France is the only country of all of them that does not entice me. I can't think of a single thing I'm interested in there and I just have no interest

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Urbane Gorilla 1 year ago

I lived in Europe for many years.. France is wonderful... The people can come across as snobby, but that's just their manner.... And there really is magic there.. Walking along the Seine, viewing the Eiffel Tower... And walking past the Tuilleries in time to hear orchestral music playing and watch the fountains dancing lit from beneath at night with a flourish of fireworks.. Stunning..

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What do you think ?

Peryton 1 year ago

Just came to say that this article is s****y and super mean-spirited and the author(s) should find another hobby.

Greta Kolding 1 year ago

I find it pointless, because you really can't generalize nations like that. Traveling broadens your mind, but if you block your mind with prejudice, you may as well stay home. My experience of all the countries I have visited is very much connected to the people I've met there. Because the people I've met in England, Greece and India have been exceptionally nice, I have a positive impression of those countries. I have met some very rude Swedes, so of course I'd be reluctant about going there. It's all very subjective.

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Leo Domitrix 1 year ago

Worth 1000 upvotes. Have these folks *been* there?! I've had bad experiences (UK in-laws, but the fact they're in-laws is part of it, LOL) but mostly it's just people being people, wherever I've been. US, Canada, Europe, Latin America... Be polite, be kind, count your own blessings, and realize that your nation would horrify *them* in some way, so it ocmes out even.

S S 1 year ago

Thank you for this comment I could not have said it better myself👏

6points

Frank S 1 year ago

Seriously, the title is very misleading.

4points

Tan 1 year ago

This. Plus, this is such a first world problem! Imagine saying 'omg my visit to North Korea was so boring and bad, ugh' when there are literal humans getting killed and traumatized in many ways on the daily? Like...idk. that place is NOT meant for visitors. It's not even meant for its own citizens....

Best Behave 1 year ago

Couldn’t agree more, especially as some of the countries mentioned are in the state they’re in in small part d due to meaning and adventures by US,UK and to a lesser extent other western players

Brendon Sargent 1 year ago

Terrible “journalism” from BP. Not a fair topic of discussion.

Exactly. It's disgusting quite frankly.

Todd Campbell 1 year ago

Wow just wow. When did Bored Panda become a hate group. Get out see the world. Drink a beer in another country with someone that doesn’t look like you. You might learn to appreciate something you never understood before.

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