WOW.10 Most Dangerous Vacation Spots For Americans.
IN BRASIL MORE THAN 1 MILLION PEOPLE WERE MURDERED IN 30 YEARS.WOW.THIS IS ABOUT 33,3 THOUSAND PEOPLE A YEAR.OR ABOUT 2,800 PEOPLE A MONTH,OR 700 HUNDRED PEOPLE A WEEK GOT MURDERED.UNBELIEVABLE.CRAZY NUMBERS.WATCH THE WHOLE LIST BELOW.VERY INTERESTING.
Brazil
Political instability in Brazil makes uncertainty the top reason travelers should think twice about visiting this South American nation.
Brazil has an extraordinarily high crime rate with some of the most staggering murder statistics worldwide.According to the National Institute of Health, in a 30-year period ending in 2010, more than 1 million people were murdered in Brazil.
Libya
Tripoli is the capital of Libya, and is the only city the U.S. State Department suggests Americans not travel to because of the many perils.
Libya is dangerous because of anti-American sentiment, militia groups, and terrorist cells active in the area.Those traveling outside the capital should be aware of kidnappings for ransom by militia groups.
Iraq
Iraq has been embroiled in war for decades, and anti-American sentiment is particularly high in this country.This is one reason why the U.S. Government cautions Americans against traveling to this dangerous place.
With the recent mass murders committed by the Islamic State, it's a scary place to be. Persistent terrorist activity, military battles with Turkey and Iran, and general civil unrest all combine to make Iraq a place for Americans to avoid.
Somalia
The U.S. maintains embassies in many countries to aid Americans traveling abroad. Somalia does not have a U.S. embassy presence. Americans traveling to this dangerous destination are on their own.The State Department maintains the highest level travel warning for this African nation. Various threats exist for foreign nationals.
Nigeria
Nigeria is one of the most dangerous countries in Africa for American tourists. The population of the country lives in very poor conditions, and kidnapping Americans is a commonplace method of survival.In addition, the country is on the Gulf of Guinea, and the U.S. State Department warns travelers of pirates in the area.The country is also home to dozens of extremist groups.
Mexico
Once one of the hottest tourist spots, Mexico has fallen from grace in recent years as drug cartel violence continues to escalate and put millions of visitors at risk.The U.S. State Department urges visitors to use caution when in Mexico."The number of U.S. citizens reported to the Department of State as murdered in Mexico was 71 in 2012 and 81 in 2013," according to the State Department.Recently, the dismembered body of an American man who went missing in January, was found in Mexico apparently murdered by cartels
Venezuela
According to the Christian Science Monitor, Venezuela has achieved top honors when it comes to dangerous South American countries.The publication cites the growing murder rate of more than 20,000 homicides in 2012 as evidence of this unfortunate trend.Americans traveling to Venezuela must remain vigilant, always travel in groups, and avoid all travel after dark.
Colombia
Colombia has a long reputation as one of the world's most dangerous places due to drug cartel activity within its borders.Purse snatchings, muggings, and pick pockets are common encounters for American tourists in Colombia.The potential exists for extremely dangerous situations to arise from terrorist groups or because of political uprisings.
Mount Everest
Petty crime occurs in many communities frequented by travelers to this majestic mountainNot surprisingly, the real dangers are present on the mountain itself, mostly in the "Death Zone," where not enough oxygen is present to support human life.Avalanches are also silent killers.
Afghanistan
Afghanistan has been at the center of U.S. Gulf War efforts for decades. Many terrorist groups also find safe haven within the country's borders.
The U.S. State Department warns that even Americans traveling through the country with security and protection are at risk.U.S. citizens working in the country are not allowed outside the confines of American facilities.
