Which Countries Are a Must-Visit in Your Lifetime? Experts All Recommend These Two: 'Breathtaking Scenery, Delicious Food' — People Return Annually, No Regrets Ever

Is one international trip enough to satisfy your wanderlust? For many travelers, certain countries aren't just items to check off a bucket list—they're places you keep coming back to. Recently, a user's post on the social platform Threads asking, 'Which countries would you want to visit a second time?' unexpectedly ignited a lively discussion. From Japan and Thailand to Italy, New Zealand, and Portugal, various nations received support, but Iceland stood out as the most frequently recommended destination, with users praising it as having only 'zero visits or infinite visits.'

Which Country Would You Revisit a Second Time?

One user posted on Threads, seeking recommendations on which countries are worth returning to, and inviting others to share favorite cities and travel experiences. The post attracted numerous responses from travel enthusiasts, many of whom agreed that some destinations offer charms too profound to fully appreciate in just one trip.

'Malta—a very small island nation (smaller than Taipei)—but English is widely spoken! Low cost of living, beautiful seas, many historical sites, architecture influenced by Arab culture, and above all, delicious food (thanks to proximity to Italy). My whole family loves it.'

'Czech Republic—one visit and I’ll remember it for life.'

'Croatia—such a chill coastal city. Every day is about drinking, zoning out, feeling the sea breeze, and watching the sunset.'

'Iraq—an absolutely astonishing travel destination.'

'Portugal is definitely underrated—traveler-friendly for self-guided trips, and the food is delicious.'

'Norway—or rather, the entire Nordic region—I’d want to go back again. I realized that just looking at the sky or street scenes along the way can be incredibly healing and relaxing.'

'Argentina—I wanted to stay there permanently after visiting.'

'I really love Greece (island-hopping is possible)!!! It has ancient ruins, mountains, and sea, and the food is quite tasty.'

'It has to be the Maldives… its beauty cannot be captured in photos or videos. It’s literally a place you start missing the moment you return home.'

'I really love Greece (island-hopping is possible)!!! It has ancient ruins, mountains, and sea, and the food is quite tasty.'

'Spain’s Málaga—I don’t just want to visit repeatedly; if I didn’t have to work, I’d consider moving there permanently.'

Went Three Times and Still Want to Go Back: Iceland and Italy Hailed as Lifelong Must-Revisit Destinations

Among all suggestions, Iceland and Italy received the strongest endorsements, celebrated for combining breathtaking scenery, rich history and culture, and outstanding cuisine.

'Iceland’s landscapes are incredibly beautiful.'

'Iceland for life! Go see it quickly before the ice melts away completely.'

'Italian food is amazing, and the people are friendly—it feels like heaven on earth, truly unforgettable.'

'I’ve already been to Iceland three times, but I still want to go a fourth. I’d heard before that with Iceland, it’s either zero times or infinite times—and now I totally get it.'

'The scenery in Italy is so stunning, words fail me.'

'A place everyone should visit at least once in their lifetime.'

'Iceland is just too beautiful.'

'Italy—my friend came here from the U.S. a few years ago, and since then, arranges an Italy trip every year during long holidays, bringing more and more people each time.'

Beyond Europe, many netizens also recommended Asian destinations:

'Malaysia—scenery is especially beautiful, rarely rains, most things are cheaper than in Taiwan, and people are very warm. The sun sets close to 8 PM, allowing plenty of time for photography. Downsides: Malaysians may have strong accents when speaking English, making it hard to understand; weather is about as hot as Taiwan’s; and due to religious reasons, pork is generally not served in restaurants.'

'Thailand—never gets old.'

'Japan—clean (just saw a video of someone swatting flies while eating in Switzerland), affordable, friendly, safe, and convenient transportation.'

'Chiang Mai—the heart stays behind even after returning home.'

'Malaysia—fulfills your nostalgic dream of Southeast Asia.'

'I really, really, really love Malaysia, especially Penang, Ipoh, and Malacca.'

'Italy—I spent 40 days there and still wasn’t done. Churches, food, scenery—all unforgettable. Only Naples made me a bit uneasy.'