25-Year-Old Visits Every Country, Shares Top 3 Cities and One to Skip

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At 25 years old, Cameron Mofid has accomplished an incredible feat - he has visited every country in the world. Mofid, who grew up feeling curious about life in far-off corners of the world, set out on this mission as a way to confront his obsessive-compulsive disorder. After graduating college, he backpacked mostly alone across conflict zones, remote islands, and places at the center of ancient history, becoming the youngest person to visit all 195 countries. Mofid shares three cities he always recommends - Sydney, Valletta, and Krabi - as well as one he wouldn't rush back to, New Delhi.

Why it matters

Mofid's journey to visit every country in the world at such a young age is an incredible accomplishment, showcasing his determination and resilience in the face of his OCD. His recommendations and critiques of various cities provide valuable insights for travelers looking to explore new destinations, while his story serves as an inspiration for others facing personal challenges.

The details

Mofid first decided to visit every country in the world during his freshman year at the University of Miami, after reading that more people had been to space than had visited every country. Over the next few years, he saved aggressively while working in nightlife marketing in Miami, putting aside just enough to make the trip possible. On April 3, 2025, Mofid reached his 195th and final country in North Korea, becoming the youngest person ever to have visited every country, as verified by NomadMania, the world's largest travel community.

• Mofid first decided to visit every country during his freshman year at the University of Miami.
• Mofid reached his 195th and final country in North Korea on April 3, 2025.

What’s next

Mofid plans to share more of his travel experiences and insights through speaking engagements and a forthcoming book.