For years, one country has been bestowed the moniker of being the ‘most boring place on Earth’.
Wedged between the South American giants of Argentina and Brazil, the country of Paraguay has been labelled ‘boring’, ‘washed-out’ and ‘absent of tourism’ by Gen-Z TikTokers and travel bloggers alike.
But a travel expert has now claimed it’s misunderstood and has the makings of a perfect destination for your next family getaway this winter – thanks to its rich history and average daily highs of 32°C in December.
Executive Director of international moving firm, John Mason International, Simon Hood argues the Spanish-speaking country of six million people offers a break from the noise and barge of everyday life in the UK.
He adds: ‘Today we’re missing what the point of a holiday break is, it’s to relax and recharge.
‘TikTok and Instagram influencers have painted a picture where every holiday has to be an adventure, when in reality it’s about reconnecting and taking a well-deserved break from daily life, that’s what Paraguay offers.’
He says the landlocked country, not typically renowned for its tourism, boasts several advantages over the packed resorts of Antalya and Marbella.
In 2024, only 2.2 million paid a visit to the Latin American country, something the Government is keen to change to boost economic growth and its tourism sector.
Wedged between the South American giants of Argentina and Brazil , the country of Paraguay has been labelled ‘boring’, ‘washed-out’ and ‘absent of tourism’ by Gen-Z TikTokers and travel bloggers alike
Executive Director of international moving firm, John Mason International, Simon Hood has claimed it’s misunderstood and has the makings of a perfect destination for your next family getaway this winter – thanks to its rich history and average daily highs of 32°C in December
Simon’s top recommendations for visiting Paraguay include two that you can also visit from Argentina and Brazil.
These are the Iguazú Falls, a UNESCO world heritage site with jungle paths and boat rides put on by local groups, and the Pantanal Wetlands, famed for wildlife safaris and flamingo spotting.
But he also urges Paraguay tourists to head to San Bernardino, east of the capital Asunción – a region filled with riverside beaches and bars.
Simon explains: ‘The attitude towards tourists and foreigners in general, in Paraguay, massively differs from some of the horror stories we hear in Barcelona and Milan.
‘In Asunción, visitors are welcomed with open arms.
‘At John Mason International, we’ve relocated several people to the country, and they couldn’t be happier.’
Another point of difference Simon is keen to point out is that the cost of living for everyday items is significantly cheaper in Paraguay than it is here in the UK.
According to Numbeo, eating out can be 75 per cent cheaper – with an average meal at an inexpensive restaurant costing £3.66, and everyday items, like milk and bread, being over 40 per cent cheaper than in the UK.
One of Simon’s top recommendations for Paraguay is the Iguazú Falls, a UNESCO world heritage site with jungle paths and boat rides put on by local groups
Flights are a bargain too.
According to Skyscanner, a week in the Latin American paradise can cost you as little as £400 for a 12,000-mile round trip from the UK, directly to Paraguay’s capital Asunción.
Simon ends: ‘Paraguay is the underrated holiday destination of 2025, and winter is only making it more attractive to British and European families. It’s chill and cheap.
‘The welcoming vibe is something of a change from the chaos of travel we hear these days.
‘I would urge any family to consider a trip to the Latin American paradise.’
