The worlds most dangerous destinations

July 29, 2008 7:56am CST
Whilst sat in the pub last night I mentioned to friends that I’d love to visit South Africa in 2010, to watch the football World Cup – even if England do not qualify. I was told by one friend that I was mad to think about visiting South Africa because of the crime. Worlds most dangerous destinations I personally don’t see South Africa as a dangerous place, and I have never visited anywhere that I would classify as dangerous. Cities like Brazil’s, Rio de Janeiro seem to have a bad reputation for crime, but on the other hand it seems a shame not to visit. I’d take the risk. Where’s the most dangerous place you have visited, and what was your experience?
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Riette
@Zorrogirl (1502)
• South Africa
6 Aug 08
i live in south africa and its somewhat true. its dangerous here. i dont even think they are going to be ready for the world cup. we have power cuts daily, dirty water, criminals, corrupt police, no military and a bunch of dumb leaders. and theres more. millions of illegal aliens are in every town. no border control. i have been a victim of crime for 6 times in the past 2 years. we are looking to immigrate asap. but if you want to come, i can guide you to some safe places and accommodation. its still the most beautiful place i have ever seen. and it would be cheap for you.
idowrite72
@idowrite72 (2213)
• United States
30 Jul 08
I am not a traveler but I know of people who are in Zimbabwe, Africa and it is a dangerous place to be. The politics are very volitile there and have caused many things to become more explosive than they already were. I know of a young family who wanted to leave there and were denied........the couple could leave but leave their 7 year old behind because of her schooling. There is another woman there who is somehow involved with hippopotomases and there is some danger to her, that I don't know the entire story to, so I won't try to repeat it. I am sure there are certain places that would not be totally safe to visit, but I am not sure how you would know that ahead of time unless you knew someone there to tell you.