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Daily Mirror
2 days ago
- Daily Mirror
'I've been to every single European nation and one had the bluest water ever'
Lexie Limitless, real name Lexie Alford, became the youngest person to travel to every country at the age of 21 and has since travelled around the world, sharing her experiences A globe-trotting traveller who's visited every country in Europe has claimed one nation on the continent has the bluest water she's "ever seen". Lexie Limitless, a US YouTuber who became the youngest person to visit every country at the age of 21, has opened up about her experiences exploring Europe, highlighting some of the continent's "underrated" nations. The adventurous traveller, real name Lexie Alford, boasts half a million YouTube subscribers and broke the record after exploring all 196 countries and now boasts the impressive following. In a Europe -themed video, she reveals six less-traditional but breathtaking destinations across Europe. Lexie, who also goes by Lexie Limitless on Instagram, described one nation as a cultural "melting pot" with a blend of Islamic and European "influences", and another as having the most stunningly blue river waters she's ever encountered. She remarked: "I would say that one of the top underrated places has to be Slovenia. There are some incredible hiking paths and literally the bluest water I've ever seen in rivers." Slovenia, formerly part of Yugoslavia, is a small nation situated in Central Europe. It is bordered by Austria in the north, Italy to the West, Croatia to the south, and Hungary to the northeast. In addition to its dazzling waters, Slovenia also boasts many impressive caves. In fact, it's home to more than 10,000, including the World Heritage-listed Krizna Jama Cave and the 20km Postojna. She gushed: "I also loved Mostar in Bosnia and Herzegovina. Again, incredible river running through this city that really felt like a melting pot between both Islamic and European influences, with a lot of very rich history to learn while you're there." Further sharing her travel tales, Lexie said: "I think also the cutest little village I've ever been to, which I actually saw in one of I was on one of those river cruises, was a place called eský Krumlov in the Czech Republic." Describing the locale, Lexie spoke of its "crazy bridges" and "aqueduct-looking architecture", as well as its "beautiful rivers" and "adorable cafes". She referred to it as "quintessentially" the European village of everyone's Disney-inspired dreams. However, not stopping at just these gems, Lexie also praised Sweden in the summertime, the picturesque Valle Verzasca in Switzerland, and the enchanting Bruges in Belgium, which cinephiles might recall from the 2008 Colin Farrell movie 'In Bruges'. Topping her list of favourite countries globally is the secluded mountain kingdom of Bhutan in Asia, which is nestled between India and China. Lexie highlighted Bhutan for its unique distinction of being deemed the "happiest country in the world". She also hailed Bhutan as one of the globe's "best-kept secrets", insisting that the world has "so much to learn from this tiny country".
Daily Mirror
01-05-2025
- Daily Mirror
'I've visited every country in the world - you'll never have heard of my favourite'
Lexie Alford, who became the youngest person to visit every country in the world at the age of 21, has revealed her favourite place on Earth - and it's a rather surprising choice A globetrotting YouTube sensation who has visited every country on Earth has shared her favourite spot – and it's one many Brits have never heard of. By 21, Lexie Alford had set a record as the youngest person to traverse all 196 countries. In the process, she amassed an impressive fanbase of over half a million subscribers on YouTube, where she shares her tales. On her LexieLimitless YouTube channel, Lexie unveiled the destination that stole her heart. "I've traveled to every country in the world, and there's one question that nearly every single person I've ever met has asked me," she said, setting the stage for her big reveal. And the winner is... the secluded mountain realm of Bhutan. Nestled between India and China, Bhutan is often dubbed the "world's happiest country" due to its government prioritising citizen happiness over mere economic metrics. Comparable in size to Belgium but with fewer than 800,000 inhabitants, Bhutan boasts a landscape that is 85% forested. Lexie praised the nation for having "the freshest air she's ever breathed" during a recent visit. Although her first journey to Bhutan was back in 2018, Lexie couldn't resist a return trip this year to explore the mythical Paro Taktsang or "Tiger's Nest" monastery. Perched around 3,000 metres above sea level in the Paro valley, this sacred site dates back to 1692. The monastery suffered a devastating fire in the late 1990s but was meticulously restored to mirror its original splendour. Bhutan's allure extends beyond its breathtaking landscapes and pristine natural beauty, according to traveller Lexie, who believes the nation's unique culture propels it into a league of its own. She highlighted a compelling reason for Bhutan's distinctiveness: "The most significant thing that makes Bhutan so different from every other country is that it's ranked the happiest country in the world." Lexie hailed Bhutan as "one of the world's best-kept secrets." sharing her awe with her avid followers. She went on: "The most significant thing that makes Bhutan so different from every other country is that it's ranked the happiest country in the world." She notes that the country's governance and spiritual practices have fostered incredibly hospitable people, some of the kindest she's ever encountered. In addition to its welcoming citizens, Bhutan boasts singular culinary experiences, offering intensely spicy dishes that Lexie describes as being "filled to the brim" with fiery chillies. Lexie also experienced a traditional Bhutanese bath, in which red-hot stones are immersed in water, creating steam to heat the bath. She explained: "The stones start sizzling and vibrating and creating all this steam and it heats up the water that way." Tourism significantly contributes to Bhutan's prosperity. The nation witnessed one of the world's most rapid economic expansions in 2007. However, the travel sector suffered a severe setback from the coronavirus pandemic, with tourist numbers still struggling to recover to pre-pandemic figures. Yet, it's Bhutan's unique emphasis on measuring national well-being through its "National Happiness Index" that provides the country with a novel appeal. Reflecting on its significance, Lexie shares her sentiment: "I think that the world has so much to learn from this tiny country." The index springs from a detailed survey of nearly 300 questions, taking a good three-hour stretch to finish. But there's a sweetener: everyone who hands in a completed survey gets paid a full day's salary. This isn't where the government's kindness ends; citizens often receive a gift of five acres of land and "all the basic necessities to settle down in that new place". Such generosity has stirred deep fondness for King Jigme Khesar Namgyel Wangchuck, and his Queen Jetsun Pema, who is endearingly dubbed the " Kate Middleton of the Himalayas".
