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Forbes has compiled the Not Hot List of countries where growing number of tourists are recommended by tourist agencies to visit in 2020. It is noted that closed countries are opening up. Savvy luxury agencies are making remote destinations accessible to travelers who don’t want to rough it or risk much. The list features also Armenia.

“Armenia has a raw, authentic quality about it that is extremely difficult to find,” says Tom Marchant, cofounder of Black Tomato. “Right on the cusp of starting to commercialize and building up for tourism, the destination is rich with ancient culture and tradition, sweeping landscapes of the Caucasus Mountains and stunning original architecture. It’s ideal for travelers seeking a genuine and impactful cultural journey free of tourist traps and manufactured experiences,” the source said.

Among other destinations are Chad, China, Eritrea, Guatemala, Mongolia. Pakistan, Saudi Arabia, Tunisia, Algeria and Uzbekistan.