Information Blog Regarding Travel And Tours

Safety is the most sought after aspect of local as well as international tourism. Whenever you are planning for a trip to any tourist attraction, the first thing that comes into mind is whether this place is safe to visit.

This is a natural behavior, a part of our instinct. If you are susceptible about visiting a place, you should confirm its Global Safety Index Score.  This will allow you to ascertain how safe that particular country or place is.

In order to put forward some suggestions, here are some of the safest and most visited places on the earth.

Italy

According to the Global Peace Index the safest place score for Italy is2.82. This ranking makes Italy one of the safest places on earth. The serene and beautiful tourist attractions of Italy are also safe to visit, which ensures peace of mind for the travelers. Although the petty crime rate is moderate, it still stands among the list of safest places due to its low rate of homicide.

Switzerland

The political stability, low terrorism, and ignorable petty crime rate have made Switzerland a must visit tourist destination that is secure and welcoming. The Global Peace Index ranking for this country is 2.87, which is quite satisfactory. Hence, you can plan your trip to this nature’s paradise without any hesitation.

Iceland

Iceland has scored a top ranking in terms of Global Peace Index Rating. This is so, as Iceland exhibits strong signs of social support, safety, and political stability. the safety ranking score of this tourists spot is 2.93,  which is quite reasonable. The only issue that you may face while visiting Iceland is the over-tourism.

The Bahamas

According to the Global Peace Index ranking, Bahamas holds a good Safest Places Score (3.05). The country continues to be the safest and peaceful place for local and international tourists. The natural beauty of this place attracts thousands of tourists every day. Besides, it is one of the best tourist attractions, which are safe and secure in all aspects.

Scandinavia

All the Scandinavian countries including Norway, Denmark, and Sweden are a part of the safest destinations group. These countries have a good ranking when it comes to the Global Peace Index. The ranking takes into account the highest political stability, low crime rates, and fewer incidences of political violence.

However, Denmark is at level two, and the reason for this is the social tensions associated with immigration. The other countries in the group show the signs of being much safer and peaceful destinations for the tourists. The Safest Places score for these Scandinavian countries is 2.83.

Virgin Islands

The Virgin Islands (U.S. and British) are close to the Scandinavia with a Global Peace Index score of 2.82. Both these areas offer a required level of safety and security. The Petty crime rate is quite low in the Virgin Islands. Hence, you can indulge yourself in these captivating tourist attractions without any fear or threat.

The ‘Benelux’ Countries

Just like Scandinavia, the Benelux countries are awarded with a collective safety score. These countries include Netherlands, Belgium, and Luxembourg. The Global Peace Index ratings for the Netherlands and Belgium are good enough to render them as one of the safest tourist destinations in the world.

The Safest Places score for these three countries is 2.72. The low rates of violent crimes/homicide and political stability are some of the reasons for such a higher score.

When you think of a romantic place, Venice abruptly pops out in your mind. The relationship of Venice and romanticism is so strong that various literary works mention this city in one or another way. It doesn’t matter even if you no longer feel the romantic vibes, there are numerous other reasons to visit this exciting destination.

If you are still wondering why to include this city in your bucket list, just take a look at these compelling reasons.

The Floating City

Unlike other cities, Venice doesn’t have many roads and the most viable option to commute is the boat. This is so, as a huge mechanism of water channels connects the whole city. Hence, it is famous as the ‘Floating City’.

There are no cars, buses, subways or bikes, which makes it the most interesting destinations in the world. Venice is a combination of 118 islands. These islands connect to each other with a series of bridges.

Grand Canal

Grand Canal is the main boulevard or street of Venice. It stretches up to 2 miles and allows the tourists to absorb the historical and majestic architecture while moving through the canal. This magnificent attraction lives up to the expectations of its visitors by providing one of its kind experience to them

Teatro La Fenice

Venice is famous for its legendary and grand operas. For instance, Teatro La Fenice, also known as ‘The Phoenix’ is an opera with a historical background. This opera dates back to 1792 and its immaculate condition retains most of its grandeur, even after three centuries.

Legendary performers entertain the audience with their captivating performances. The most famous out of them include Giuseppe Verdi’s Giacomo Puccini. Apart from the shows and entertainment, the architecture of Phoenix is simply classic.

It has a vast seating capacity and can host a huge number of audiences in a single show. If you are visiting Venice, make sure to grab a ticket of the upcoming show and get the privilege of watching the performance in one of the world’s oldest operas.

Doges Palace 

Home to the elite class and the seat of government in the past, the Doges Palace is now as the much-desired tourist attractions. It owns the DNA of a typical Venetian architecture. By merely looking at the palace during the daytime, you can’t even blink your eye. It is so majestic and grand that you can’t help but fall in love with this palace. The prison and law courts are also open to visitors. To get most out of your visit to Doges Palace, make sure to book a tour.

Heaven for Seafood

Venice is popular for its seafood food, which is tempting and delicious in all its kinds. With water everywhere, there is no scarcity of seafood. Most of the fish comes from close by lagoon. The Venetians follow different seafood recipes that are traditional, as well as irresistible. One of these recipes includes Sard in Saor (made with sour and sweet sardines). The inhabitants of Venice have been preparing this dish since the 13^th century B.C.