The Importance Of Vacations In Kenya

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Exploring a vacation is always filled with excitement. Traveling far from countries has become simply due to technology. Selecting a destination is the prime most task of planning a vacation. We always notice the must-see places in the world. The least talked about countries are one to better avoid. These less talked about countries are the danger zoned places in the world. The increasing crime rates, Political strife, economic unrest, terrorist attack, disease outbreak has made these countries the most undesired place to visit. Vacations are something to treasure all your life for the breathtaking experience you had and not for the nightmares you experienced.Here are the countries you should cross off from your bucket list. These are the ones you need to hold down on booking a trip for now. 20. MEXICO Why unsafe? The murder rate is rampant in Mexico. …show more content…

The northeastern places of Kenya are on high alert regions and are advised not to roam around these places. Theft and robbery are daily affairs during the night. Al-Shabaab, a militant group in Kenya is responsible for various attacks on political leaders, police stations, colleges and religious places. In short, no place in Kenya is safe to walk independently. Kenya is a strict no for tourist. 8. NIGERIA Why unsafe? Activities by militant terrorist group Boko Haram in Nigeria have made this country the dangerous one in the world. The government of many countries has given a travel warning for cities like Borno, Yobe, Adamawa, Bauchi, Gombe regions in Nigeria. Securities of tourist are at high risk in Nigeria. Kidnapping foreigners for more ransom amount are common here. Thefts and robbery at night and day are seen in almost all parts of Nigeria. Carjacking on highways and thefts are quite seen in Nigeria. This country is on high alert always due to the violence witnessed here. 7. YEMEN Why

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