Paris, Bali, New York or any popular destination is considered when international travel is planned. But a different kind of adventure awaits where crowds are scarce and untouched landscapes still reign. For those who are curious, and want to explore places that are less crowded, this list can be their reference point. As per the data from the CEOWORLD magazine, these are the places where silence, solitude and discovery defined the travel experience, if you’re willing to seek them out.
Tuvalu
Tuvalu tops many lists as the least visited country in the world. The country is disappearing fast due to climate change, prompting residents to leave their homes. This tiny Pacific nation is threatened by rising sea levels, so if you can make it fast, you might still be able to visit this destination before it’s gone already.
Marshall Islands
The Marshall Islands recorded around 6100 international visitors, and is scattered across the central Pacific. Despite offering world-class diving opportunities, and showcases remnants of World War II history, it usually remains less touristy, and less crowded too.
Niue Island
Niue’s dramatic limestone coastline and crystal-clear waters are perfect for snorkelling and exploring caves. Limited flights and its remote location keep tourist numbers low, making it a quiet retreat for nature lovers.
Kiribati
Another Pacific gem, Kiribati encompasses dozens of low-lying atolls, including the huge Kiritimati (Christmas Island). Its marine biodiversity and untouched reefs remain virtually undiscovered by the mainstream travel crowd.
Micronesia
Made up of hundreds of islands across the western Pacific, Micronesia continues to see only a small number of tourists. The region’s historic shipwreck dives and vibrant local culture offer unique experiences for adventurous travellers.
Montserrat
Montserrat, a British territory in the Caribbean, remains little visited largely because volcanic eruptions in the 1990s displaced many residents and structures. Today, its lush green hills and dramatic volcanic terrain provide an adventurous, peaceful escape.
Solomon Islands
With little infrastructure in place for tourists, this archipelago of some 1,000 islands has magnificent jungles and genuine cultural experiences to boast of. For travellers seeking genuine seclusion, the Solomon Islands are still off the usual route.
São Tomé and Príncipe
A hidden paradise of rainforests, volcanic peaks, and pristine beaches, São Tomé and Príncipe is Africa’s second-smallest country by land area. Visitor numbers are kept low by its relaxed pace and few aircraft connections.
Comoros
The Comoros is an archipelagic nation comprising three islands in southeastern Africa. Nestled in the Indian Ocean, with coral reefs, aromatic spice plantations, in terms of offerings has remained mostly under the radar. But, political challenges, and limited flights make this place relatively unexplored by tourists.
Guinea-Bissau
It borders Senegal to the north and Guinea to the south, while its Atlantic Ocean coast features the Bijagós archipelago, with 88 islands. Guinea-Bissau is a place that beautifully blends the natural beauty of the Bijagós Archipelago, a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve, along with the rich indigenous culture and Portuguese colonial past. Visitor numbers are usually low due to political unrest and slow tourism growth.
