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Guides for travelers: how to count the countries and US states you've visited, map them and remember the trips.
October 26, 2026
How Many Countries in Africa? 54, 55 and the Full List
How many countries in Africa? The standard answer is 54 sovereign states. See why some lists say 55, the full list by region and how to count your own.
October 25, 2026
Scratch Map Alternative: Free Digital Travel Maps to Try
Looking for a scratch map alternative? Compare scratch-off posters with free digital maps, see what each does best, and color in your own map in minutes.
October 24, 2026
Canada Provinces Visited Map: Track All 10 and 3 Territories
Build a Canada provinces visited map: all 10 provinces and 3 territories, what counts as visited, and how to color them in and share your progress.
October 23, 2026
How Many Countries in Europe? 44, 45 or 50, and Why
How many countries in Europe? The usual answer is 44 sovereign states, but Cyprus, Türkiye and Kosovo move the number. Full list and how to count yours.
October 22, 2026
What Counts as Visiting a Country? Layovers, Borders, Cruises
What counts as visiting a country? There's no official rule. Here's how layovers, border crossings and cruise stops compare, and how to pick your own.
October 21, 2026
How Many Countries Are There in the World? 193, 195 or More
How many countries are there in the world? The short answer is 195, but FIFA, the Olympics and travel clubs count differently. Here's why, and which to use.
October 19, 2026
How Many Countries Have I Visited? Count and Map Them
Not sure how many countries you've visited? Learn what counts, how to tally your list in four steps, and how to turn it into a map you can share.
October 19, 2026
How Many US States Have You Visited? Make Your Map
Count the US states you've visited, settle the layover debate, and turn your road trips into a 50 states map you can share. Free, no app needed.