Last fall, I touched down in Dhaka from Chicago, heart pounding with that mix of excitement and “what have I gotten into?” vibes. The air was thick with monsoon mist, rickshaws weaving like fireflies, and suddenly a local auntie thrust a plate of fresh pitha into my hands—sweet, sticky rice cakes that tasted like home-cooked magic. If you’re eyeing travelling in Bangladesh from the US or Canada, wondering if it’s safe or worth the jet lag, pull up a chair. I’m Tamzidul Haque, and this isn’t just a guide; it’s my love letter to a country that rewired my wanderlust. With tourism booming 15% this year, let’s unpack the real deal for your 2025 escape.