There are plenty of websites that let you brag about all the countries you’ve “visited.” But let’s be honest—did you really visit that country, or did you just sprint through the airport food court on a 45-minute layover? This site plays by tougher rules. No cheap border hops, no “technically I was in Switzerland because my train stopped there for 12 minutes,” and absolutely no counting a country because you waved at it from across a river. Here, your trip only counts if you’ve stayed long enough to actually be there—eat the food, see the sights, maybe even learn how to say “where’s the bathroom” in the local language. The exact amount of time you need depends on the country, and our algorithm does the math for you. Think of it as your personal travel referee, making sure you don’t pad your stats with airport cappuccinos and passport stamps you barely remember.
How do we figure out how long you really need to stay in a country?
It comes down to four things: (1) Population – More people, more to explore. (2) Area – Big countries need more time than tiny ones (3) Cultural significance – Including UNESCO World Heritage sites. (4) Travel diversity – The variety of things visitors can see and do.
