South Africa is the most developed country in Africa and belongs to the BRICS countries. It borders the Indian and Atlantic Oceans. The neighboring states are Namibia, Botswana, Zimbabwe, Mozambique, Swaziland and a walled enclave, the Kingdom of Lesotho. The country is particularly popular because of its unique landscapes and biodiversity. Many wild animals can… Read More »
Slovenia is located in Central Europe, bordering Austria, Hungary, Croatia and Italy. Magnificent landscapes, the beautiful Adriatic coast, the hospitality of the people and a surprising diversity have been captivating more and more travelers for several years – and rightly so! Capital City Ljubljana Size 20,273 km² Resident 2,064,241 Official Language Slovenian, regional: Italian, Hungarian… Read More »
Slovakia is located in Europe, bordering the Czech Republic, Poland, Austria, Hungary and Ukraine. Mountains, castles, great cities and beautiful nature make the country a popular travel destination that can still be visited quite cheaply today. Capital City Bratislava Size 49,034 km² Resident 5,457,900 Official Language Slovak Currency Euro Time Zone UTC+1/+2 Telephone Area Code… Read More »
The African archipelago of the Seychelles lies northeast of Madagascar. Mahe, Praslin and La Digue are the largest islands in the country. Dreamy beaches and paradisiacal nature cast a spell over travelers from all over the world. Capital City Victoria Size 455 km² Resident 93.186 Official Language Seychelles Creole, English, French Currency Seychelles rupee Time… Read More »
Samoa is a tropical island country in the Pacific and is part of Oceania. Not yet discovered by mass tourism, there is a lot of original culture and beautiful nature to admire here. Life in Samoa is simple. Nevertheless, Samoa is an exciting and beautiful travel destination. Capital City Apia Size 2,842 km² Resident 197,000… Read More »
The often underestimated travel destination Romania borders on Bulgaria, Moldova, Serbia, Ukraine and Hungary. Not only is it home to the Dracula legend, but it is also full of beautiful landscapes, impressive churches and abounds in wonderful hiking areas. Capital City Bucharest Size 238,391 km² Resident 20,121,600 Official Language Romanian Currency leu Time Zone UTC+2… Read More »
Portugal is the westernmost country in Europe and has only one neighboring country – Spain. The island of Madeira and the Azores in the Atlantic also belong to Portugal. Magnificent landscapes, exciting, colorful cities and the wild Atlantic make the country a really great and varied travel destination. Capital City Lisbon Size 92.212 km² Resident… Read More »
Our neighboring country Poland borders not only on the Federal Republic but also on the Czech Republic, Slovakia, Lithuania, Belarus, Ukraine and Russia. The often underestimated and very hospitable travel destination offers breathtaking nature with 23 national parks and the largest variety of animals in Europe. Capital City Warsaw Size 312.696 km² Resident 38.433.500 Official… Read More »
Peru is located in South America, bordering Bolivia, Brazil, Chile, Ecuador and Colombia. The third largest country on the continent is rich in culture, nature and beautiful landscapes. The Andes, the Amazon, rainforests – there is a lot to discover! Capital City Lima Size 1.285.216 km² Resident 31.237.385 Official Language Quechua, Aimara, Spanish Currency Peruanischer… Read More »
Norway borders Sweden to the east and Finland and Russia to the northeast. In terms of landscape, the country is perhaps one of the most exciting countries in Europe. A long, wild coast, the fjords – Norway is rich in natural highlights. The country can be traveled very well by car, train or ship. Capital… Read More »
New Zealand is an isolated island nation in the South Pacific. The country consists of two large islands – the North and South Islands – and more than 700 smaller islands. Australia is not too far away and yet New Zealand is very different. Beautifully landscaped and unique, it is one of the geologically youngest… Read More »
The Netherlands is one of the four autonomous countries of the Kingdom of the Netherlands. The European country borders Germany & Belgium and has a long North Sea coast. The landscape is rather flat and unspectacular, but thanks to exciting cities and a lot of atmosphere, it still offers some great highlights as a travel… Read More »
Namibia is located in southwest Africa, bordering Angola , Botswana and South Africa . Characterized by the Namib desert along the Atlantic coast and a diverse range of wildlife, the country is an attractive travel destination for Africa fans. Numerous national parks and exciting landscapes quickly captivate visitors. Capital City Windhoek Size 824,116 km² Resident… Read More »
Myanmar borders China, Thailand, Laos, India and Bangladesh. Tourism is not yet very widespread. Many parts of the country still seem very original, and some are not even accessible to foreigners. But it is precisely the culture, the many temples and pagodas, as well as impressive landscapes that make Myanmar a particularly exciting travel destination.… Read More »
Mozambique in southeast Africa is one of the poorest countries in the world. The country borders with Tanzania, Zambia, Malawi, Zimbabwe, South Africa and Swaziland. Despite beautiful nature and some really beautiful nature parks and reserves, Mozambique is one of the more challenging travel destinations due to its poor tourist infrastructure. Capital City Maputo Size… Read More »
Morocco is located in northern Africa and borders Algeria. The border with the territory of the Western Sahara is disputed. The area has been claimed by Morocco since its release from Spanish colonial rule. In the north, only the Strait of Gibraltar separates the country from the European continent and thus Spain. Morocco is a… Read More »
Mongolia is a coastless country bordering only China and Russia. The country is characterized by the Mongolian steppe and impressive landscapes such as the Gobi desert. There is hardly any tourist infrastructure, but those who love nature and freedom will find an impressive travel destination in this simple country. However, the sometimes extreme climatic conditions… Read More »
The Federated States of Micronesia is an island country in the western part of the Pacific Ocean. The federation includes the states of Chuuk, Kosrae, Pohnpei and Yap. The islands are very scenic and mostly covered with rainforest. There are fantastic diving areas in Micronesia. Capital City Palikir Size 702 km² Resident 104.000 Official Language… Read More »
Mexico is located in North America, bordered by the United States to the north and Belize and Guatemala to the south. Ancient pyramids and places of worship, fantastically beautiful beaches, deserts and pine forests – Mexico has many exciting sides. However, when traveling across the country, travelers should always pay attention to their safety and… Read More »
Mauritius is an island country in the east of the African continent – about 870 kilometers east of Madagascar. The national territory also includes Rodrigues, the Cargados-Carajos Islands and the Agalega Islands. Mauritius offers fantastically beautiful nature, varied landscapes, wonderful beaches and is therefore an inspiring travel destination. Capital City Port-Louis Size 2,040 km² Resident… Read More »
The Marshall Islands are a group of islands in the Pacific Ocean belonging to Micronesia. Once used for nuclear weapons tests, today they are an insider tip for a holiday in the Pacific with their beautiful reefs and underwater world. Unfortunately, the Marshall Islands are also severely threatened by rising sea levels worldwide. Capital City… Read More »
The Maldives is both a state and an archipelago. They are located in the Indian Ocean west of Sri Lanka and consist of almost 1200 islands. The Maldives are best known for luxury vacations. Nowadays, however, there are also great holiday opportunities for the smaller budget on the local islands. Capital City Small Size 298… Read More »
When we think of Mexican cuisine, tacos, quesadillas, tortillas and salsa come to mind first of all. Many consider Mexican cuisine to be spicy and oily, not for those with a tender stomach. But not only spicy dishes are popular in Mexico. Mexican cuisine is very diverse and has a rich history. According to allcountrylist,… Read More »
Malaysia is considered a modern and largely safe travel destination. It borders Brunei, Indonesia and Thailand and consists of two parts – the island of Borneo and the Malay Peninsula. Capital City Kuala Lumpur Size 330.290 km² Resident 32.382.300 Official Language Malaysian, English Currency Ringgit Time Zone UTC+8 Telephone Area Code +60 Source: Destination Explorer… Read More »
Luxembourg borders Belgium, Germany and France. Together with the Netherlands and Belgium, it belongs to the BeNeLux countries. In addition to numerous magnificent castles, beautiful countryside and a charming capital, the country is also known as the seat of important European institutions such as the European Court of Justice. Capital City Luxembourg city Size 2,586… Read More »
Liechtenstein is the sixth smallest country in the world and is landlocked between Austria and Switzerland. In addition to the capital Vaduz and a few beautiful castles, there are also great cycling and hiking trails to discover on just around 160 square meters of land. Capital City Vaduz Size 160,5 km² Resident 38.111 Official Language… Read More »
Kiribati is an island nation in the Pacific that is threatened with extinction within the next 80 years or so. The 33 islands are on average only around 2 meters above the constantly rising sea level, which will eventually lead to flooding and uninhabitability. Kiribati is a country that has hardly been traveled to, which… Read More »
Kenya is located in East Africa and borders Ethiopia, Somalia, South Sudan, Tanzania and Uganda. Beautiful beaches and a rich wildlife are among the highlights of the country. However, as a traveler you should be well informed about the security in the country. Capital City Nairobi Size 580.367 km² Resident 47.615.739 Official Language Swahili and… Read More »
Jordan is located on the Arabian Peninsula and borders Iraq, Israel, the Palestinian Authority, Saudi Arabia and Syria. The kingdom is home to exciting landscapes full of rough canyons, mountains and deserts. The culturally rich country not only includes one of the 7 modern wonders of the world, but also a lot of exciting history.… Read More »
Japan is a country in the Pacific consisting of 4 main islands and around 6800 smaller islands. The Land of the Rising Sun borders South Korea, North Korea, China and Russia. Exciting culture, great temples and the traditional cherry blossom are just 3 of many reasons to travel to this great country. Capital City Tokyo… Read More »