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.
10. Djibouti: 63,000 tourists
Northeast of Africa, and on the Gulf of Aden at the southern entrance to the Red Sea, lies Djibouti. French soldiers based in the country take over the town on the weekends and it can get pretty rowdy to those unaccustomed. If that’s not your bag, take in attractions like Day Forest National Park, where bird-watching is a big hit, or Lake Abbe, for volcanoes, hot springs and lakes.
