Zero To Travel Podcast Top 7 Destinations to Visit (Before They Get Crowded) with Gunnar Garfors
Nov 13, 2025
Gunnar Garfors, a travel writer and the first person to visit every country twice, shares his top seven lesser-known travel destinations. He discusses the allure of the northern Dominican Republic for kitesurfing and local culture, the adventure-filled Namibia with its dunes and wildlife, and the captivating architecture of Uzbekistan along the Silk Road. Gunnar also highlights the unique culture of South Korea and the remote beauty of Tonga. Plus, he introduces a fun way to plan trips with friends. Perfect inspiration for your next adventure!
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Talk To Locals For Real Travel Value
- Learn about local life by engaging with residents instead of staying in tourist bubbles.
- Ask locals for recommendations rather than relying solely on guidebooks or social media trends.
Sleeping Overnight Even In The Vatican
- Gunnar averaged ten days in each country and stayed overnight in all, including the Vatican.
- He even slept on the street in the Vatican when no guesthouse invite existed.
Help Communities By Choosing Less-Trodden Spots
- Spread tourism by visiting lesser-known regions to reduce overtourism impacts.
- Seek out communities that benefit economically from more distributed visitor spending.