Dangerous Countries for Travelers — Swifties in the United States have conducted research and ranked 50 countries based on their 'Travel Safety Index', considering seven safety risk factors. As a result, Singapore has been named the safest country for traveling, while Indonesia is among the riskiest countries in the world.
The level of risk a person faces when traveling to another country can vary depending on factors such as their choice of accommodation and mode of transportation. However, since these factors can differ from person to person, the overall safety of a country has been considered to calculate the "Travel Safety Index" of the top 50 popular travel destinations in the world.
Homicide rate (0-100 points) - This factor is determined by the number of homicides per 100,000 people.
Death rate due to traffic accidents (0-100 points) - This factor is determined by the death rate due to traffic accidents per 100,000 people.
Poison Death Rate (0-100 points) - This factor is determined by the accidental poison related death rate per 100,000 people.
Death Rate Due to Unsanitary Conditions (0-100 points) - This factor is determined by the death rate related to unsafe sanitation, unsafe water, and lack of proper hygiene per 100,000 people.
Years of life lost due to communicable diseases (0-100 points) - This factor is determined by the number of years of life lost due to infectious diseases per 100,000 people.
Years of Life Lost Due to Injury (0-100 points) - This factor is determined by the years of life lost due to age-adjusted injury caused by disability (including conflict, violence) per 100,000 people.
Risk of Natural Disasters (0-50 points) - This indicator is assessed by natural conditions and any natural disasters that have affected the country. Swifties also consider how the local government will handle each of these natural disasters.
Why is Singapore Become the Safest Country?
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Based on reports, Singapore has been ranked as the safest tourist destination in the world due to its low homicide rate, low incidence of traffic accidents, and minimal risk of natural disasters.
Moreover, Singapore has a comparatively low crime rate and tight surveillance, with a strong police presence that deters potential criminals. Even minor offenses are taken seriously, ensuring the safety of locals and visitors alike. However, tourists should still take necessary precautions to ensure their safety while traveling.
Why is Indonesia on the List of Risky Countries to Visit?
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Based on data collected by Swifties, Indonesia has been considered a risky country to visit due to its high rate of traffic accidents and the occurrence of numerous natural disasters, such as earthquakes, tsunamis, flash floods, landslides, and volcanic eruptions, in recent years. These incidents have led many foreign tourists to reconsider traveling to Indonesia.
Here is a list of the top 10 safest and most dangerous countries to visit for vacation, according to Swifties' data:
