As 2025 approaches, travelers are increasingly questioning the safety of their destinations. The newly launched Risk Map 2025, developed by Safeture and Riskline, offers a detailed and interactive overview of global travel risks, helping individuals and businesses make informed travel plans.
Overall, the security situation has deteriorated in 77 countries. This is particularly drastic in regions such as the Middle East, where Israel, the West Bank, and Gaza, Lebanon, and Iran are among the areas categorized as extremely dangerous. Another country where the security situation deteriorated dramatically during the year is New Caledonia.
But it is not only there that travelers should be careful: Burkina Faso, Libya, and Myanmar are now also on the list of the most dangerous countries. Somalia, Syria, Sudan, Yemen and, last but not least, Ukraine have already been considered high-risk zones for several years.
Europe is showing signs of instability
Historically regarded as a region of stability, Europe is now experiencing increased risks. Countries like France, Spain, Sweden, and the UK have shifted into the `moderate risk’ category, with Italy, the Netherlands, and Poland also seeing elevated risks. Key factors include rising political unrest, public demonstrations, and environmental challenges such as storms and flooding.
Some bright spots
Nevertheless, there is also good news. In many European countries, the risks of traveling are still classified as extremely low. Germany, Switzerland, Luxembourg, Belgium, Finland, Iceland and Norway top the list of particularly safe countries to travel to. Outside Europe, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, Singapore and Japan are considered the perfect destinations for a carefree and relaxed trip.
Over the last year, the security situation has also improved in some areas. Argentina, Armenia, Bosnia-Herzegovina, China, Morocco, and Cuba have all reached the second lowest risk level, ‘Moderate’.
If you are planning a trip to a big city, some are considered particularly suitable: Bern is the safest in the world, followed by Doha, Melbourne, Montreal, Muscat, Ottawa, and the South Korean capital Seoul.
Maldives: Popular paradise with increasing risks
There is currently a noticeable change in the Maldives. The popular luxury holiday destination, which was recently rated as extremely safe, is now classified as a `medium risk’ in the Risk Map 2025. The reason is increasing political instability in the country, combined with an increase in social tensions and religious extremism. The increasing consequences of climate change, such as flooding and coastal erosion, also exacerbate the situation.
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