Think a hundred times before spending your holidays in these countries.

In search of deserted beaches or thrills, many travel to less popular countries. Haiti, Somalia, Mexico, Colombia, Afghanistan have many attractions. But rest in these countries, in addition to positive emotions, can also have negative sides. What should be feared and whether it can be avoided, we will tell in the article.

Haiti

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

A great danger for tourists is also poisonous tropical insects. There are a number of vaccinations worth getting before your trip. Due to the large accumulation of garbage on the streets, the lack of sewerage, intestinal diseases and various viruses are common. The average life expectancy is 48-50 years.

Most of the 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 force is required to get into a passing car. However, the population is friendly towards tourists and there is almost always someone who will help and prompt.

Somalia

Another state with a turbulent internal situation. The government practically does not control the population, in all cities, except for the capital, 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 his hands.

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

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

Despite the beautiful natural landscape, interesting Sami cuisine, fresh seafood delicacies are just as unsafe to be on the shore.

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

Venezuela

The bright beauty of Venezuelan women is famous all over the world, they regularly win beauty contests. The state in South America is famous for its mountainous landscapes of the Andes, high waterfalls, kilometers of beaches.

For Russians, the flight with transfers is about 20 hours, but this does not scare many tourists. Experienced tourists with an unlimited budget often come to Venezuela. Families with children should not choose this resort.

Bathing in local freshwater bodies is not allowed; for hygiene it is necessary to use only bottled or boiled water. When eating raw vegetables and fruits, they must be washed with special products, the skin must be removed. The abundance of dangerous insects can lead to various diseases. Choose a hotel with windows protected by mosquito nets. Vaccinations are recommended to improve safety.

The criminal situation in the country is turbulent. In the evening and at night it is not worth walking outside the hotel. Robberies, assaults, rapes are very common. Local authorities cannot control criminals, drug dealers. The capital of Caracas is considered the most dangerous city. In remote areas, the situation is quieter.

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

Philippines

The island state 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. Typhoons and tsunamis in the Philippines regularly kill people.

The local population is friendly to tourists, but it can be dangerous to be in some areas. The disadvantaged areas include: North Katabato, the Sulu archipelago, Mindanao, Zamboanga, Tavi-Tavi, Basilan. In addition to robbery and assault, cruel methods of deception are common there. In a cafe, a tourist can be added to food or drink strong drug. After he comes to his senses, documents, money, and even organs can be removed.

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

Raids and attacks are more likely to occur at night, but there are also daytime robberies. Filipino 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 tourist climate.

Afghanistan

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

And today there are acts of terrorism, people are blown up by mines. Move around in abandoned areas, mountains without an experienced guide are dangerous.

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

Tourists will have to comply with the requirements:

• Avoid wearing shorts and bare-shoulder shirts in public.
• Cover your head in the mosque.
• Do not smoke or drink alcohol in public places.

It is almost impossible to buy alcohol in bars and shops, it is forbidden for Muslims. It is difficult to find noisy entertainment in this country, and it can be dangerous to behave loosely.

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. In the center of the capital and other large cities, wealthy Brazilians live; it is safe to be in these areas day and night.

The bulk of local residents live in slum areas called fevelas. It is better for tourists not to walk there, there is a great risk of being left without valuable things and even clothes. The famous favela of Rosinha serves as a haven for drug dealers. The police and special services regularly carry out actions to catch drug dealers, but they fail to completely restore order.

Colombia

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

The head of the criminal group P. Escobar was distinguished by particular cruelty, his gang killed over 6 thousand people a year. After his death, the crime rate dropped slightly, but is still high.

Tourists are often attacked, their valuables and money are stolen. Rich people are kidnapped and demanded from their relatives for a ransom, or the hostage is allowed to pay the ransom from a credit card himself. Mass demonstrations often occur.

Mexico

A picturesque country with unusual cuisine, the famous monument of Machu Picchu, 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.

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 rape 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 in 2009 ranked one of the first places in terms of the number of violent deaths. When choosing this country for vacation, 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 it may be unsafe to stay:

• Detroit in Michigan thrived on a large auto plant. After its closure, the population was on the verge of the poor, many left the city. Packs of hungry dogs roam the empty streets.
• Sudan is not suitable for recreation due to the constant civil wars. Attacks on tourists are not stopped by the corrupt police. Most of the population is very poor, 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 area of ​​Nairobi in Kenya is one of the poorest, home to bandits and criminals. The lack of a sewerage system, water supply led to the infection of water with intestinal bacteria. Residents earn money through prostitution and robbery.
• There is an unstable political situation in Iraq. Terrorist attacks and kidnappings often take place. People with a different faith, breaking local traditions, may have trouble with the locals.
• Chad is not popular with tourists. The central government is almost absent, different groups are constantly at war with each other. There are no famous landmarks in the camp.

When choosing an unusual country for recreation, you should be as careful as possible, use the services of professional guides, and not violate local traditions. Pre-vaccination will protect against insect and dirty waterborne diseases.