10 Countries That Could Be Major Tourist Destinations In The Future
Some countries are more touristic than others. While some countries are very popular destinations, others are not. The least visited country in the world is Tuvalu, but that country is tiny, has little tourist infrastructure, and is very difficult to get to.
Some countries are stunning but haven’t been discovered yet or are just emerging from periods of trouble (such as civil wars). These countries may become top tourist destinations in a few years. Here are some of the countries that may become top travel destinations in the future.
10 The Country Of Georgia
Panoramic view on the Svan towers in Mestia, Georgia
Not to be confused with the American state of Georgia, the Republic of Georgia offers plenty of awesome things to do, despite the fact that it is a small mountainous nation tucked away on the periphery of Europe. The country was part of the Soviet Union and was always a top destination for people from there.
These days, it is emerging as a tourist destination for Western backpackers and may become one of the many popular tourist destinations in the future with its stunning medieval architecture and dramatic mountains.
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Known For:
Cuisine, Mountains, Medieval Architecture
9 Kyrgyzstan
Aerial view of the Central Tian Shan Mountain Range, Border of Kyrgyzstan and China
Kyrgyzstan is one of the countries in Central Asia. It is one of the world’s most mountainous countries, and its population was traditionally nomads (a little like the Mongols).
These days, it is open to tourism and is one of the most breathtaking countries in the world, with some of the world’s tallest mountains. Although it is not currently that popular, it could become one of the top upcoming tourist destinations in the future, thanks to its unspoiled beauty.
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Known For:
Mountains, Nomadic Heritage
8 Kazakhstan
Charyn canyon Kazakhstan landscape
Kazakhstan is Kyrgyzstan’s much larger northern neighbor (and it is relatively more developed). Kazakhstan is one of the largest countries in the world, and yet few people visit it.
It is a land of unending Eurasian steppe with dramatic mountains in the south and the Altai mountains in the northeast corner. The stunning destination of Kazakhstan is also home to petroglyphs that document the country’s history. With its beauty and historic appeal, Kazakhstan is one of the top upcoming travel destinations to visit before the crowds discover how amazing it truly is.
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Known For:
Unending Steppe, Mountains, Nomadic Heritage
7 Taiwan
Changchun (Eternal Spring) Shrine, Taroko National Park, Taiwan
Taiwan is a gem of East Asia. The island was known as “Formosa” (‘beautiful’) to the Portuguese, and it didn’t take long to find out why.
The island’s interior is covered with breathtaking mountains and rainforests and is a great destination for an alpine road trip. And yet few Western travelers take the time to visit this stunning island, which is gradually becoming one of the top upcoming tourist destinations in Asia.
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Known For:
Rainforests, Mountains, Cuisine, Hot Springs
6 Uzbekistan
minaret and mosque. Bukhara, Uzbekistan
Uzbekistan is a remarkable country in Central Asia. While the main attractions in other Central Asian states are mostly nature, in Uzbekistan, it is mostly medieval architecture. The architecture is stunning in the extreme.
In history, the region was tied to Iran, and so it has a lot of Iranian architecture and influence, but while it is troublesome to visit Iran these days, there are no issues with visiting Uzbekistan.
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Known For:
Cuisine, Central Asian Medieval Architecture
5 Zambia
Victoria Falls on the Zambezi River
Most people who visit Africa go to South Africa, Kenya, or Tanzania. But many of the other countries in Africa are eye-wateringly beautiful and are excellent tourist destinations.
Zambia is frequently overlooked, and yet it is home to Victoria Falls (the largest waterfall in the world), the massive Kasanka Bat Migration, and great national parks.
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Known For:
Victoria Falls, National Parks
4 Senegal
Traditional Bedik tribe bungalows in Senegal
West Africa is a region that doesn’t get much traveler action, but there’s one place that does get some attention from tourists. Senegal is one of the best destinations in West Africa and offers plenty to do and see.
Many of the countries in this region are unstable and dangerous to visit (like Burkina Faso) or have only basic infrastructure. However, Senegal is one of the most developed countries in the region and among the most visitor friendly.
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Known For:
Baobab Trees, Wetlands, Beaches
3 Madagascar
Baobab street, Madagascar, Africa
Madagascar is one of the least visited and least developed countries in Africa. This is so unfortunate, as Madagascar is a unique destination with utterly stunning places to see and explore.
The baobab trees, the lemurs, the chameleons, and its jagged national parks make Madagascar one of the most rewarding countries to visit as a tourist. Favored by nature lovers and wildlife enthusiasts, Madagascar is among the countries that could become tourist destinations in the future for all.
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Known For:
Baobab trees, lemurs, unique rock formations, tropical beaches
2 Papua New Guinea
Traditional Dance in Papua New Guinea
Papua New Guinea (or PNG) has a long way to go before it is a popular tourist destination. The infrastructure there is very rudimentary. But it is an anthropologist’s dream boasting remarkable diversity (Papua New Guinea is a challenging destination with more than 1,000 spoken languages - more languages than any other country in the world).
The forests, beaches, cultures, birds of paradise, and Pacific War relics make it a destination unlike any other.
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Known For:
Unique Cultures, Birds of Paradise, Jungles
1 Guatemala
Temple of the Great Jaguar at Tikal
Guatemala is already one of the most touristic countries in Central America, but it could get a lot more popular yet, especially due to the fact that it is home to some of the best Mayan ruins in the world.
It is a comparatively safe destination for the region and is home to eye-watering landscapes, and ancient Mayan cities lost in the jungle (including Tikal – one of the largest and most powerful Mayan cities).
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Known For:
Mayan Ruins, Jungles, Cenotes
