Are you a thrill seeker? If so, there are many others like you. However, if you want to thrill seek in luxury, then you’re definitely a rare breed and that’s a cool thing to be. This article was written for people just like you – the daring who choose to dare in style. If you want your adrenaline to flow faster than it ever has before and your life to be in potential danger while looking and feeling like James Bond, then it’s recommended that you read on. Just keep one thing in mind. The risks you take from this list are the risks you take on your own. There are not to be considered travel tips. Now let’s get to it and take a look at 7 Extremely Dangerous Luxury Experiences.
7. Park Tyrona – Colombia
If you’re looking for the most beautiful and unspoiled tropical scenery in the world, then it’s mandatory that you visit Park Tayrona. You will never find a crowd here and it’s easy to find. You can even take a taxi from the Eco-Habs Hotel, which happens to be the only luxury resort in the area. Once at Park Tyrona, you can relax on the sand or on a luxurious hammock. So you might be wondering about the dangers. There are two major dangers to consider. One is that kidnappings are still common in Colombia. Therefore, that taxi ride from the hotel to the beach might be a nerve-wracking one. While you’re in that taxi, be sure to remind yourself that a month from now you could be the subject of a proof-of-life negotiation. If you do happen to make it to the beach, then you would have made it to one of the most dangerous swimming areas in the world. Yes, the water and currents are that rough. Only few brave and survive it.
6. Greenland
Greenland might not strike you as a dangerous place, but searching for glaciers and icebergs on a luxury cruise is a lot more dangerous than it sounds. Why? Because you can barely see the tips of icebergs from the surface of the water, which makes navigation close to impossible. Not to mention some of the coldest and wettest weather you will ever experience. That said, these cruises offer wonderful views and cocktails.
5. High Stakes Poker at the Bellagio
This isn’t a life-threatening experience, but you could lose your life savings in less than 3 hours. Is it worth it? Yes. You can’t play football with Aaron Rogers or basketball with LeBron James. However, you can play poker with the best players in the world. Take a seat, hit the felt and prepare to get clobbered, unless you can find your inner-Bond, of course.
4. African Safari
Many people say that an African safari is 100% safe. They have no idea what they’re talking about. Any time you’re amongst lions, leopards, hippos and crocodiles, you’re far from safe. Ironically, the safest part of the trip is often on the safari. It’s when you’re camping in your luxury tents that you should worry. You should especially be careful near the water. This is where the hippos and crocs lurk.
3. Haiti
If you’re a do-gooder and you would like to travel to Haiti to offer assistance, then you might be out of your mind. People are kidnapped while taking a taxi from the airport on a regular basis. In some cases, the drivers of the taxis are in on it. If not, they’re killed because they’re witnesses. Traveling with at least one other person will help improve your odds of survival. This trip still falls into the luxury category because of the Villa Creole, which is one of the nicest hotels on the planet. The food, pool and service are all a 10.
2. Maldives
You might enjoy staying at a beautiful island resort, but what about after you find out that these resorts employ hundreds of criminals who were released in 2008? These are thieves, rapists and murderers. In the past few years, three multiple murders
of resort guests have taken place and none have been solved. Drug use among resort employees is also rampant.
1. Cape Town, South Africa
You might hear mixed reviews of Cape Town. That’s because it depends how wise people were when they traveled to Cape Town. If they stuck to their resort and local beaches, then they saw Cape Town as a safe place. If they ventured into unknown areas, then they reported being happy that they escaped with their lives. For all of you who think Cape Town is safe, this city averages 50 murders per day. The resorts and scenery are amazing, but the risk is enormous.
Which of these 7 Extremely Dangerous Luxury Experiences are you willing to take on? If you choose any or all of these experiences, be sure to report back and leave some travel tips for those who are next in line.
