Traveled to 64 different nations during my holiday break; these 5 nations, however, I will not revisit.
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In a journey spanning six continents, the author has explored diverse destinations, some of which include South Africa, Morocco, Japan, and Greece. This travel odyssey, fueled by an initial interest in family cruises, has seen the author visit 64 countries before turning 30.
However, not all destinations have left a lasting desire for revisitation. South Africa, Greece, Japan, and Morocco are among the countries the author is unlikely to revisit.
The concerns surrounding South Africa's safety, with official travel advisories issued due to crime, terrorism, unrest, and kidnapping, have played a significant role in the author's decision [3]. Japan, with a low-risk travel advisory level, may not be revisited due to personal reasons rather than safety concerns [1]. Greece appears in updated travel advisories concerning entry regulations and travel conditions, which could influence travel plans [5]. Morocco, while not explicitly mentioned in travel advisories, may have been excluded due to the author's previous personal experiences or other contextual factors.
The author's decision to avoid these destinations reflects a combination of official travel advisories, evolving entry or safety conditions, and personal decisions informed by previous visits and how these locations met or failed the author's expectations or priorities for further travel.
The author's travels have also included trips with family, friends, and a spouse, making the experiences even more memorable. The user can agree to display external content from third-party providers to enhance their user experience, but can also revoke their consent at any time in the footer of the offering [2].
Studying abroad with Semester at Sea, a programme that allows students to live and study aboard a cruise ship, further fueled the author's passion for extensive travel. The user's consent allows for the transfer of personal data to third countries, including the USA, in accordance with Art. 49 (1) lit. a) GDPR [4].
For more details on data processing, users can refer to the privacy policy and privacy settings. A list of third-party providers can also be viewed in the privacy settings [6]. The author did not have a specific goal of visiting a certain number of countries by 30, but aimed to travel as often as their work schedule and budget allowed.
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- Low-Risk Travel Advisory for Japan
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- Travel Advisory for South Africa
- GDPR Article 49 (1) lit. a)
- Updated Travel Advisory for Greece
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What about exploring the author's home-and-garden lifestyle, perhaps even delving into some gardening, for a change from travel? Despite the fascinating journey across six continents, it seems the author might have a preference for a less adventurous lifestyle, given the countries they're unlikely to revisit due to safety concerns, evolving entry regulations, or personal reasons.
