A royal reprieve in London, Italy's secret religious archive and an island inhabited by a tribe that may kill you on sight: 10 places you can forget about visiting

  • When daydreaming about your next holiday, it's unlikely that any of these locations would have crossed your mind
  • Among destinations that don't lend themselves to tourists visits is the remote Albatross Island nature reserve
  • Likewise, the Vatican's Secret Archives, which are owned by the Pope himself, are strictly prohibited to visitors

By Katie Amey for MailOnline

Published: 02:08 EST, 3 July 2015 | Updated: 07:19 EST, 4 July 2015

In all that time spent daydreaming about your next vacation, it's unlikely that any of these locations would have ever crossed your mind.

And with good reason. 

Some destinations around the world simply do not lend themselves to tourists - whether it's a remote island where an indigenous population attempts to kill anyone who stops on their island or an impressive 35,000-volume secret library belonging to the Pope himself.

Here, MailOnline reveals the top locations around the world that you might as well forget about visiting.

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North Sentinel Island in the Bay of Bengal is home to the Sentinelese tribe who are known to kill any outsiders who approach their land

North Sentinel Island in the Bay of Bengal is home to the Sentinelese tribe who are known to kill any outsiders who approach their land

North Sentinel Island, Andaman Islands

Located in the Bay of Bengal, the North Sentinel Island is a remote, mostly-forested destination best known for its famous inhabitants.

The Sentinelese are a small tribe, who have been living on the island, firmly isolated from the rest of the world, for more than 60,000 years.

And they like it that way, so don't expect a particularly warm welcome. In fact, they may try to kill outsiders who approach their land.

The indigenous people have rarely been photographed, so a population estimate can only be surmised with officials believing it to be between several dozen to several hundred

But even the brave of heart should take caution before attempting to come ashore - the Indian government has given up with trying to establish contact due to the tribe's hostile nature.

Instead, they have established a three-mile exclusion zone around the island, which is about the size of Manhattan.

Niihau, Hawaii

The island of Niihau in Hawaii is home to many rare and endangered regional species, but only relatives of the island's owner may visit

The island of Niihau in Hawaii is home to many rare and endangered regional species, but only relatives of the island's owner may visit

This gorgeous island may be home to some rare and endangered regional species, such as Hawaiian ducks, Hawaiian coots and Hawaiian monk seals, but good luck getting there.

Situated just southwest of Kauai, the 180 square kilometre island was first purchased by Elizabeth Sinclair in 1864, who has since passed it along to her descendants: the Robinson family.

The island's estimated 130 indigenous residents, however, live there rent-free and without roads or telephone service. 

But when it comes to tourists, it's been nicknamed The Forbidden Island for a reason, only allowing for visits from government officials or relatives of the island's owner.

White’s Gentlemen’s Club, London

White's Gentlemen's Club in London is one of the most exclusive in the entire world - with members such as Prince William and his father

White's Gentlemen's Club in London is one of the most exclusive in the entire world - with members such as Prince William and his father

It's one of the most exclusive members only clubs in the world and you'll need to be one serious VIP to get through the door.

Members include Prince William, his father Prince Charles, and Conrad Black. (Prime Minister David Cameron was formerly a member for 15 years, but resigned in 2008).

Although there are no overnight accomodations, facilities on-site include a private dining room, with a menu that revolves around British game meats, and a billiards room. 

But unless you're a member of the royal family, a powerful Fortune 500 CEO and male, don't get your hopes up about rubbing elbows with Britain's elite.  

Albatross Island, Tasmania

Albatross Island is home to many bird species, including the albatross, but the public is banned from visiting the private nature reserve

Albatross Island is home to many bird species, including the albatross, but the public is banned from visiting the private nature reserve

Bird-watchers and nature-lovers alike would likely seize the (very rare) opportunity to see some of the beautiful species that call this island home.

While albatrosses are the main attraction, little penguins and Australian and New Zealand fur seals can also be spotted.

However, the island, located in Tasmania, Australia, is a private nature reserve and the public is not permitted access.

Bouvet Island, Norway

The uninhabited volcanic island of Bouvet is known for its harsh climate and terrain

The uninhabited volcanic island of Bouvet is known for its harsh climate and terrain

Just 49 square kilometres in total, 93 per cent of Bouvet is covered by a stunning glacier - and in the middle of the island, the inactive volcano crater is filled with glistening ice

Just 49 square kilometres in total, 93 per cent of Bouvet is covered by a stunning glacier - and in the middle of the island, the inactive volcano crater is filled with glistening ice

This uninhabited volcanic island is considered to be one of the most remote in the world, right in the middle of the South Atlantic Ocean.

Just 49 square kilometres in total, 93 per cent of Bouvet is covered by a stunning glacier - and in the middle of the island, the inactive volcano crater is filled with glistening ice. 

In 2014, the Norwegian Polar Institute designed and sent a new research station to Bouvet, which can house six people for periods of two to four months.

Still, with its harsh climate and icy terrain, visiting the breathtaking island is undeniably challenging. 

Ile Saint-Paul, France 

In the Indian ocean, the tiny French island of Saint-Paul is home to a stunning internal basin, which makes it difficult for boats to dock

In the Indian ocean, the tiny French island of Saint-Paul is home to a stunning internal basin, which makes it difficult for boats to dock

As it is an important breeding site for sea birds, a scientific research cabin has been set up on the island of IIe Saint-Paul for short ecological projects - but there is no permanent population 

As it is an important breeding site for sea birds, a scientific research cabin has been set up on the island of IIe Saint-Paul for short ecological projects - but there is no permanent population 

In the Indian Ocean, the tiny French island of Saint-Paul boasts just six square kilometres of land, most of which is taken up by a beautiful internal basin.

As it is an important breeding site for sea birds, a scientific research cabin has been set up on the island for short ecological projects - but there is no permanent population. 

It's difficult for boats to even enter the internal crater, as the water is very shallow, and once you're inside, the steep cliffs are challenging to ascend.

Still, should you manage to traverse your way ashore, keep an eye out for several different types of seals and island's thermal springs.

Mogadishu Beaches, Somalia

Along the east coast of Somalia are some of the world's most beautiful, untouched - and dangerous - beaches

Along the east coast of Somalia are some of the world's most beautiful, untouched - and dangerous - beaches

Along the east coast of Somalia, the beaches that stretch out along the Indian Ocean are truly beautiful.

Not only are the coral reefs full of fish - and easily accessible from the shore - but the golden sand has also gone relatively untouched.

That could be because any tourists brave enough to visit Mogadishu could very well find themselves mixed up in lawlessness or piracy and the Foreign Office advises against all travel to the country.

There is a high threat of terrorism, including kidnapping of Westerners both on land and at sea, including in all international waters off the coast.

Still, the beaches outside of the small fishing port of Merca, in Lower Shebelle, are quite something. 

Poveglia, Italy

Poveglia, Italy has a long and storied history and is considered by some to be the 'most haunted island in the world'

Poveglia, Italy has a long and storied history and is considered by some to be the 'most haunted island in the world'

This tiny island, located between Venice and Lido in the Venetian Lagoon, sure has a long and storied past.

As early as 1348, Poveglia was a quarantine colony, where residents of Venice who had contracted the Bubonic Plague were sent in exile.

Again, in 1922, the island's existing buildings were used as a quarantine station once again, having been converted into a hospital for the mentally ill. This went on until 1968.

Understandably, legends of victims of war and plague that haunt the island often circulate, with some calling Poveglia the 'world's most haunted.'

Just last year the private island was sold at auction for more than £400,000, but it's currently closed to locals and tourists.

The Vatican Secret Archives, Italy

Located in Vatican City, the Vatican Secret Archives are owned by the Pope himself - and tourists are strictly prohibited from entering

Located in Vatican City, the Vatican Secret Archives are owned by the Pope himself - and tourists are strictly prohibited from entering

Located in Vatican City, the Vatican Secret Archives houses all acts promulgated by the Holy See.

However, to get a first-hand glimpse at these impressive texts, as well as state papers, correspondence, papal accounts and more church documents, you'll have to go through the Pope himself. (They're considered to be his personal property.)

That's not to say that you can't read the documents, because they themselves are not secret, you simply cannot enter the building, which is located adjacent to the Vatican Library.

The Archives are estimated to contain 84km of shelving and 35,000 volumes - and many of which can be requested to be viewed, at which point, they will then be supplied to you.

However, anything that is not yet 75 years old will be unavailable, presumably to protect sensitive governmental and diplomatic information.  

Ise Grand Shrine, Japan 

The Ise Grand Shrine in Japan is only accessible by a priest or priestess who must also be a member of the Japanese imperial family

The Ise Grand Shrine in Japan is only accessible by a priest or priestess who must also be a member of the Japanese imperial family

This Shinto shrine is dedicated to the goddess Amaterasu-ōmikami and is one of the most important in the entire country.

Consisting of two main shrines and about 125 additional shrines, access to the entire site is strictly limited.

To enter, you must be a priest or priestess, who also must be a member of the Japanese imperial family. Normal citizens will have to be content with simply glimpsing at the thatched roofs of the buildings, which are hidden behind wooden fences.

Every 20 years, the two main buildings inside the shrine are rebuilt in adherence to the original design blueprints from over 1,000 years ago. It's a tradition that stems back to the Shinto belief in renewal. 

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