Geography
Eli 21.11 said he discovered something interesting about countries.Based on his experiences in Central America and Southeast Asia, he said if you want to see the nicest and safest parts of a country, head to the coast. That's where the tourists head, and countries have a huge incentive to keep those areas safe. Plus more people in the coastal areas are employed, because there are more opportunities.
The interior cities, in contrast, are "super gritty." Even in a country as small as St. Lucia, which is only 14 miles wide, if you get in a few miles from the beach, it's very different (and significantly less safe). It was the same in Guatemala, which he said was totally safe until you go to the large cities in the interior.
He stays in Airbnb's instead of resorts, because he wants to experience the people who live in a country instead of the people visiting. He still wants to be safe, though, so he's conscious of location.
It's interesting to learn about traveling from your son. I've been in three countries. He's been in thirty.
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