Think a hundred times before spending your holidays in these countries

In search of deserted beaches or thrills, many go to travel to less popular countries. Haiti, Somalia, Mexico, Colombia, Afghanistan have many attractions. But holidays in these countries, in addition to positive emotions, can also have negative sides. We’ll tell you in this article what you should be wary of and whether it can be avoided.

Haiti

The country is one of the poorest. Only 20% of the population have a normal level of income, the rest do not disdain any means of earning money, including kidnapping tourists. The police and corrupt officials are not helping in the search for the abducted. In this country, it is better to refrain from wild beaches and solo excursions. To enjoy your holiday, choose good hotels and spend time on the nearest beaches.

A great danger for tourists is also poisonous tropical insects. Before traveling, you should get a number of vaccinations. Due to the large accumulation of garbage on the streets and lack of sewerage, intestinal diseases and various viruses are common. The average life expectancy is 48-50 years.

Most cities are slums with a developed network of drug trafficking and organized crime. The population has a low level of education and is unemployed. Occult theories, shamanism, Voodoo cult. There is practically no public transport; sometimes you need to use force to get into a passing car. However, the population is friendly towards tourists and there is almost always someone who will help and advise.

Somalia

Another state with a turbulent internal situation. The government has virtually no control over the population; in all cities except the capital, there is arbitrariness and lawlessness. The civil war inside Somalia has not stopped for the past few years; any resident knows how to hold a weapon in their hands.

The favorable location of the state next to the trade route from the Mediterranean Sea to the Indian Ocean is used as a hunting ground for Somali pirates.

They regularly seize, rob and destroy commercial and private ships. Captives captured on ships are offered in exchange for rewards or convictions of Somali pirates. Since 2011, control of pirate attacks has been carried out by the military forces of NATO, India and Russia, which has significantly reduced the number of attacks.

Despite the beautiful natural landscape, interesting Samolyan cuisine, and fresh seafood delicacies, it is also unsafe to be on the shore.

I rob bandit groups with absolute impunity. Terrorist attacks across the country regularly claim hundreds of lives. People are living in refugee camps because their homes have been destroyed. Many suffer from hunger and various diseases.

Venezuela

The vibrant beauty of Venezuelan women is famous throughout the world; they regularly win beauty contests. The state in South America is famous for its Andean mountain landscapes, high waterfalls, and kilometers of beaches.

For Russians, the flight with transfers is about 20 hours, but many tourists are not afraid of this. Experienced tourists with unlimited budgets often come to Venezuela. Families with children should not choose this resort.

Swimming is not permitted in local freshwater bodies of water; for hygiene purposes, only bottled or boiled water should be used. When consuming raw vegetables and fruits, they must be washed with special products and the skins must be removed. The abundance of dangerous insects can lead to various diseases. You should choose a hotel with windows protected by mosquito nets. To increase safety, vaccinations are recommended.

The criminal situation in the country is turbulent. In the evening and at night you should not walk outside the hotel. Robberies, attacks, rapes happen very often. Local authorities cannot control criminals and drug dealers. The capital Caracas is considered the most dangerous city. In remote areas the situation is calmer.

The political situation has worsened in recent years, with frequent terrorist attacks and clashes. The population has low incomes and is dissatisfied with the government. You can meet armed people on the streets.

Philippines

The island nation of the Philippines is located in Southeast Asia. The hot tropical climate attracts hundreds of tourists to the islands, but from July to October typhoons and tsunamis hit the islands. People regularly die due to typhoons and tsunamis in the Philippines.

The local population is friendly to tourists, but some areas can be dangerous. Disadvantaged areas include: North Catabato, Sulu Archipelago, Mindanao, Zamboanga, Tawi-Tawi, Basilan. In addition to robberies and attacks, cruel methods of deception are common there. In a cafe, tourists can add it to their food or drink strong drug. After he comes to his senses, documents, money, and even organs can be confiscated.

When going on boat trips, you need to be wary of sea pirates.

Raids and attacks often occur at night, but daytime robberies also occur. Philippine pirates use modern navigation equipment and have technically equipped boats.

The unstable political situation in the country, accompanied by constant clashes between the Muslim and Christian communities, has a negative impact on the tourism climate.

Afghanistan

Only lovers of extreme recreation can choose Afghanistan for their vacation. The recent war in the country claimed many lives and caused the destruction of buildings and other landmarks.

And today there are terrorist attacks there, people are blown up by mines. Move around abandoned areas, the mountains are dangerous without an experienced guide.

The local population is deeply Muslim, so they pray 5 times, do not eat pork and forbid taking photos of local women.

Tourists will have to comply with the following requirements:

• Do not wear shorts and T-shirts with bare shoulders in public places.
• Covering your head in the mosque.
• Do not smoke or drink alcohol in public places.

It is almost impossible to purchase alcohol in bars and shops; it is prohibited for Muslims. It is difficult to find noisy entertainment in this country, and acting in a loose manner can be dangerous.

Brazil

The country is known for its colorful carnivals, beautiful beaches and hot climate. Thousands of tourists visit it every year.

Local residents are conventionally divided into rich and poor. Wealthy Brazilians live in the center of the capital and other large cities; it is safe to be in these areas day and night.

The bulk of local residents live in slum areas called fevels. It is better for tourists not to walk there; there is a high risk of being left without valuables and even clothes. The famous favela Rocinha serves as a haven for drug dealers. The police and intelligence services regularly carry out actions to catch drug dealers, but they are unable to completely restore order.

Colombia

The city of Meldein in the 80s of the 19th century was considered one of the most dangerous.

The head of the criminal group, P. Escobar, was particularly cruel; his gang killed over 6 thousand people a year. Since his death, the crime rate has decreased somewhat, but is still high.

Tourists are often attacked and their valuables and money are stolen. Rich people are kidnapped and demand a ransom from their relatives, or they allow the hostage to pay the ransom himself using a credit card. Mass demonstrations occur frequently.

Mexico

A colorful country with unusual cuisine, the famous monument of Machu Picchu, and beaches of two oceans has always attracted tourists.

Most of the population is literate, but HIV rates are high. The country ranks 30th in the world in terms of the number of infected people.

The large class stratification leads to an unstable situation in the country.

The local government is very corrupt and does not fight crime. Robberies, attacks on tourists, and rapes often occur in disadvantaged areas. It is better for tourists not to appear there not only at night, but also during the day. One of the largest cities, Ciudad Juarez, ranked one of the first in the number of violent deaths in 2009. When choosing this country for a holiday, you should be as careful as possible and stay only in safe places.

Other dangerous countries to be careful with

In addition to the above, there are several other countries where staying may be unsafe:

• Detroit, Michigan, flourished with a large automobile plant. After its closure, the population was on the verge of poverty, many left the city. Packs of hungry dogs roam the empty streets.
• Sudan is not suitable for holidays due to constant civil wars. Attacks on tourists are not stopped by corrupt police. Most of the population is very poor and forced to look for any source of income.
• Puerto Rico, despite its beautiful beaches, is not a safe holiday destination. The accumulation of drug dealers and bandits leads to a tense criminal situation.
• The Kibera district of Nairobi in Kenya is one of the poorest, home to bandits and criminals. The lack of a sewerage system and water supply led to contamination of the water with intestinal bacteria. Residents make money from prostitution and robbery.
• There is an unstable political situation in Iraq. Terrorist attacks and kidnappings occur frequently. People with a different faith, violating local traditions, may get into trouble with local residents.
• Chad is not popular with tourists. There is almost no central authority, different groups are constantly at odds with each other. There are no famous landmarks in the camp.

When choosing an unusual country for a holiday, you should be as careful as possible, use the services of professional guides, and not violate local traditions. Pre-vaccination will protect against diseases carried by insects and dirty water.