"Paris is overrated" - Lonely Planet fans share their unpopular travel opinions

Dec 9, 2020 • 1 min read

Some people have...interesting unpopular travel opinions ©Mongkol Chuewong/Getty Images
We asked our Instagram followers what their unpopular travel opinions were. From flying with kids to certain "overrated" destinations, here's what they said.

I wish they had kid free flights - @aegregory

Over planning can ruin the adventure! - @hotlightscoldsteel

Paris is overrated 🤷♀️ - @longlinds1

Reclining in your seat on a long haul flight is totally fine! - @youcancallmequeenv

Venice feels like Disneyland - @asuerden

The more beds in a dorm room the better 🙂 - @fradgepants

You don't have to take a photo of every second. Put down the selfie stick and talk to people - @snarffalita

I like having McDonald's in different countries - @anamquraishi

The best travel experiences are to be had when something goes "wrong" or not to plan. - @davetravels

Don't bring a carry-on. Just check the bag - @_danieli

The USA are more magical than Europe (I'm European) - @ginger_cinnamon

I don't mind airplane food at all!! - @vasiepops

"Just walk around and get lost in the city" is terrible travel advice. Always have a plan! 📝 - @sheryllestrellas

Beach holidays are boring - @geniegi

Sometimes the 'touristy things' are popular for a reason, don't be afraid to go mainstream - @alledasgupta
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