7. Kiribati: 6,000 tourists
Another place in the Pacific Ocean that is pretty isolated by geographical standards is Kiribati, which sees around 6,000 tourists per year. Tourists are warmly welcome to participate in cultural activities including the remarkable Kiribati dance, which consists of sharp birdlike movements of the head, and slight body movements overall. The popularity and importance of this dance to their culture is evident with the Frigate bird on the Kiribati national flag.
8. Tonga: 45,000 tourists
Intrigued by royal families? How about a visit to one of the last absolute monarchies in the entire world? Found in Oceania, Tonga has approximately 45,000 tourists each year and boasts a culture full of ancient traditions. With over one hundred and seventy islands, most of which are uninhabited, and waterway to waterway lined with incredible coral reefs and marine life, it could be time to dust off your swimsuit and head over there.
9. South Sudan: 5,500 visitors
Civil wars have never been a big sell when it comes to tourism and though South Sudan — which recently split from Sudan — is one of the world’s newest countries, it still has its fair share of problems. Get this though, the 5,500 or so visitors that venture there always praise its people’s hospitality and some even say that it’s one of their favorite destinations. A bevy of must-visit sites, incredible food, diverse culture and ancient cultural history come together to create a destination many say they wouldn’t soon forget.
