12 Countries to Avoid on Your Travel Bucket List in 2025 (7 of 7)

12. Ukraine

Crimea and the eastern parts of Ukraine have been off-limits to travelers for more than a decade, but since Russia fully invaded the country three years ago, the entire country has been under threat. Its capital, Kyiv, is routinely hit with missiles, and even the parts of the country hundreds of kilometers from the frontline face the everyday threat of missile and drone attacks. Entering Ukraine from neighboring countries isn’t difficult, but it can take 24 hours or longer to leave, making it a huge hassle.