Solo Traveler's City Dislikes
Frequent Solo Traveler Lucas Brancatisano Shares Five Cities He Would Not Recommend Visiting
A solo traveller who claims to have visited 60 countries has gone viral after sharing five destinations he says he would never go back to. Lucas Brancatisano, who posts as @alocalguide on Instagram, listed cities ranging from New Delhi to a Greek island — and the posts have racked up over 6,300 likes, according to Glasgow Live.
Not everyone agreed with his takes. Some followers pushed back in the comments. But his list sparked a wide debate about what makes a destination worth visiting — or skipping entirely.
New Delhi Tops the List as 'Overstimulation' Overload
Lucas put New Delhi at the top of his list. He called it a "whole new level of overstimulation." He pointed to heavy pollution and the sheer sensory overload of the Indian capital as reasons he would not return, according to Cheshire Live.
New Delhi is one of the world's most densely populated cities, with over 32 million people in its metro area. For solo travellers unused to that scale, it can be a shock. Lucas did not dismiss it as a bad place — just one that was not for him.
León Called 'Sweaty and Dangerous' Despite Nicaragua Highlights
Lucas said he had a great time overall in Nicaragua. But León, one of its most visited cities, was a different story. He described it as "sweaty and dangerous at night" — a sharp contrast to the country's wider appeal, according to Belfast Live.
León is a colonial city known for its cathedral and political history. Many travellers love it. But Lucas found the heat and after-dark safety concerns too much to enjoy. His view was a reminder that no destination lands the same way for every visitor.
Oia and Benidorm Both Called 'Hell' for Different Reasons
Lucas described Oia, the famous clifftop village in Santorini, Greece, as "my definition of hell." He did not spell out exactly why, but overcrowding is a well-known issue there. Santorini welcomed over 3 million tourists in recent years, far above its sustainable capacity, according to Cambridge News.
Benidorm, the Spanish resort town long popular with British tourists, also made the list. Lucas said the town felt like England abroad — with English breakfasts on "virtually every menu" and British tourists everywhere. He summed it up simply: "hell." Critics of his posts argued that Benidorm delivers exactly what its visitors want, according to Examiner Live.
Followers Push Back but Engagement Stays High
Despite the controversy, Lucas's posts performed well. The five-city list drew over 6,000 likes on Instagram, according to Get Surrey. That kind of engagement suggests the topic hit a nerve — whether viewers agreed or not.
Some commenters defended the cities he criticised. Others shared their own lists of places they regret visiting. The debate reflects a broader trend of travellers being more open about disappointment — pushing back against the idea that every trip has to be perfect.
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