If you are on a business trip to any of these cities, travelling can be a nightmare and here’s why.
Each one of us may have few frustrating travelling experiences.
There may have been times when you were stuck up in bad traffic and had eventually landed up late for your job interview or any such important event.
Be it any country, commuting issues prevail everywhere, but there are cities where travelling may be a nightmarish experience.
CNBC has listed seven cities globally which are worst cities to visit.
Delhi, India
Why: Pollution
Though, there are many expressways coming up in and around the city in the near future, commuters complain about the existing slow moving traffic as most of the citizens have more than one car in the family.
Moscow, Russia
Why: One of the most congested cities in the world
The city lacks traffic management systems for its metro trains and other modes of transportation, complain urban planners.
Most business travellers have expressed their disinterest in visiting the city due to constant traffic jams which puts them off.
Mumbai, India
Why: Most overcrowded city
Being the commercial capital of India, Mumbai's population has crossed 12 million.
The current road infrastructure is crumbling and hence the government has earmarked huge amount to construct expressways and metro trains to ease traffic snarls.
If you happen to be in the city for a business trip, do begin early to reach your meeting venue which could be hardly 10 kms away from your hotel.
Johannesburg, South Africa
Why: It's the most unfriendly city
The average time to enter the city from the airport is around 1.5 hours during peak hours in Johannesburg.
Business travellers have complained about the horrendous traffic, which most of the time delays their corporate meetings.
The city is hardly 20-25 kms away from the airport.
London, England
Why: Though London is a peaceful city, travelling can actually burn a hole in your pocket.
The average monthly travel cost can go up to $250 for students who come to the city to pursue higher studies, which is by far expensive by European standards.
Caracas, Venezuela
Why: One of the most dangerous cities in globally
One has to be extremely cautious while travelling on the outskirts of Caracus.
Pick-pocketeers can even murder travellers for want of money.
The city ranks high on crimes like theft and murders and hence the city’s tourism has not taken off.
Conakry, Guinea
Why: Conakry is one of the poorest cities in the world.
The city lacks basic road infrastructure along with many other civic amenities.
Most business and holidaymakers around Conakry avoid visiting the city due to its poor transportation.