10 places you shouldn't visit in 2018 by on Nov 29, 2017, 3:44 PM Advertisement
 - There are some beautiful destinations that are best to avoid traveling to in 2018.
- Some, like Machu Picchu, have been negatively impacted by the large amount of tourists who have visited.
- Others, like Honduras, have high rates of crime and abuses of power.
Sometimes you have to say no to the ones you love.
The editors at Fodor's have a deep belief that this world is worth exploring, and we do our best to recommend destinations of wonder based on more than personal taste. We believe that we're not only passengers on this trip, but are stewards of this land. This planet offers an abundance of majestic vistas and fascinating culture that we recommend you seek out often. But this world is also more than a static viewing point — as travelers, we are witness to the many misfortunes that happen upon it. Travelers must decide how and where we can concern our efforts to observe and preserve the splendor of life around us, and we do that with everything from our currency to our presence. Fodor’s No List is a reflection of those considerations: where should we go — or not go — that best reflects our courtesy and concern for this wonderful world. Because sometimes you have to say no to the ones you love in hopes that they can recover, reconsider, or reform. A "no" in 2018 is resolved with faith for 2019. See you then, hopefully. SEE ALSO: 10 massive New Year's Eve parties that are worth traveling for The Galápagos  The Galápagos Islands are unlike anyplace else in the world. They're home to species of flora and fauna that can’t be found anywhere else on Earth. But the centuries of extreme isolation that resulted in the archipelago's many unique species have left them very vulnerable to outside factors. The Ecuadorian government has instated incredibly strict laws in order to preserve the fragile marine and terrestrial ecosystems from human and, more specifically, tourist interference. It's not even enough for the government to instate said laws and regulations if visitors are consisting flouting them (some people can't even be trusted not to steal four whole iguanas from the islands, let alone follow basic "leave no trace" ethos). Even if you follow the rules to a tee, seeds or tiny insects still find a way to reaching the islands and wreaking havoc on endemic populations. So be very careful when considering the Galápagos as a destination because once the things that make it such a magical place are gone — the fearless animals, the unique species, the otherworldly environments — we'll never get them back.
The places that don't want you to visit  Sometimes, the economic boon brought in by tourist dollars just isn't worth the strain it puts on the destinations themselves. Venice recently banned the docking of cruise ships because of the damage they do to the lagoon's ecosystem. Peru has limited the amount of time people are allowed to visit the site of Machu Picchu. Amsterdam's population of 800,000 is pummeled by over 5 million tourists a year. And while it may be tempting to think, "Well, what's the worst that can happen? How much damage can little old me really cause in a sea of millions?" Well, the high numbers of tourists on Thailand's Koh Tachai up and put a ban on all tourist activities for months because the island’s natural beauty was so marred by discourteous visitors. The residents of these destinations, humans or otherwise, need a staycation — from the rest of us — in 2018.
The Taj Mahal  Anyone who's taken the time to craft a bucket list has probably placed the Taj Mahal pretty close to the top. The 17th-century mausoleum is a work of unquestionable beauty that's endured for centuries. But as with any great beauty, there’s upkeep involved. And, as it turns out, mud masks aren't just good for people — they're good for iconic Indian structures. The Archaeological Survey of India determined that the Taj Mahal's dome (as well as four minarets) would undergo mud-pack therapy in order to correct the surface’s yellowing. Originally, this was to be wrapped up by March of 2018 but now officials are saying that work won’t begin until March of 2018. So unless your dream Taj Mahal visit involves being photographed standing in front of a mud-caked and be-scaffolded dome, maybe give it until 2019 at the earliest. And while mud masks are always great for self-care, New Dehli might appreciate the time to take a deeper cleanse, as its air quality in the previous year reached toxic levels. Because the beauty of the Taj should be what takes your breath away — not the haze.
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