The ultimate Bucket list!!
1. See the Taj Mahal More than the actual structure, it is the story that draws millions of visitors each year. The monument took over 10 years to build and is constructed using white marble and semi-precious stones. Visitors from all over the world flock to catch a glimpse of the monument and spend a day taking in the ancient history and stories of the Mughal era. Try sunrise or sunset.
2. Visit the Grand Canyon If you are planning to visit the Grand Canyon, be sure to set aside plenty of time & lots of energy. The World Heritage Site offers plenty to see & explore so make sure you do your research & plan out an itinerary depending on exactly what you want to take away from the trip.
3. Trek the Himalayas Now you don’t need to scale Mount Everest to prove you can trek the Himalayas, there are plenty of trails to suit all adventure seekers. The Himalayas include hundreds of mountains that are spread across India, Nepal, China, Pakistan and Bhutan.
4. Explore the Great Barrier Reef One of the greatest treasures down under, the Great Barrier Reef sits just off the coast of Queensland and is over 2,000km of coral reef ecosystem. You have the option of going right into the deep blue ocean by scuba diving or snorkelling, or marvelling at the wonder from afar by taking in breath-taking views from an aircraft or helicopter tour.
5. An Epic American Road Trip Nothing says USA than a road trip.It may sound very rock ‘n roll, but a road trip in the States should be on every traveller’s bucket list.
6. Italian Culinary Experience This one is for the foodies. As any culinary connoisseur would explain, there’s a lot more to Italian food than pasta and pizza. Go wine tasting in Tuscany, truffle crazy in Umbria and look for the best fresh pizza in South Italy.
7. Alaskan Cruise One of the best ways to take in the glory of the Alaskan glaciers is by being one with the sea. There are plenty of Alaskan cruises to choose from, make sure you are prepared for cotton-white views, untouched icescapes titanic wildlife. A key tip: make sure you snag that balcony view with your cabin.
8. Walk Across the Great Wall of China Stretching across over 21,000km it may not be possible to walk across the full stretch of the Great Wall, however the site is worth a visit. Wear good shoes if you choose to walk, but it is possible to cycle, take a helicopter & even a cable car in some areas.
9. Jordan’s Lost City From the moment one steps onto the red sands of Petra, you are transported to a time of ancient civilisation. Even though the city was ‘lost’ to the outside world for hundreds of years, today it draws hundreds of thousands of visitors a year.
10. Salar de Uyuni This one is for all you photographers looking for your next big creative project, or even if you just want some extraordinary pictures to share. Salar de Uyuni is located in Bolivia and is the largest salt flat desert in the world. Even though the surrounding areas are just small villages, once you get to Salar de Uyuni, be prepared to have your breath taken away. The salt is pristine white & makes for the perfect optical illusion,
11. Machu Picchu UNESCO World Heritage Site Machu Picchu is on every adventure seekers bucket list. The ancient Inca city is known for its awe-inspiring archaeological achievements & the area is believed to still contain plenty of uncovered secrets.
12. Indonesian Surfing Surfing in Indonesia became a worldwide phenomenon in the 1960s and 70s. The best season to hit the waves is from April to October and popular places include Bali, Mentawai, Lombok, Sumatra & any of the Gili Islands.
13. Sunrise at Cappadocia The fairy-tale region of Cappadocia has had tremulous history. Carved right into the Anatolian plains are tall rock sites known as Fairy Chimneys, which make for the perfect hot air balloon flight at dawn.
14. Explore Wildlife in Serengeti The vast Serengeti is known for its rich ecosystem, game reserves and primarily the largest mammal migration in the world. Visit a Maasai Village where you can meet with the semi-nomadic people of the Maasai, learn about their customs & traditions and even purchase their handmade crafts as souvenirs.
15. Stay in an Igloo An igloo stay may seem extreme, but it is exceedingly doable! Today’s igloos have every modern day amenity & are tightly packed with almost everything you will need for your stay. You can choose to stay in igloos all over Europe, but we love the cosy igloos of Norway, Switzerland, Austria and Finland.
16. La Tomatina Festival This one is not for everyone’s appetite. The annual La Tomatina festival takes place in the town of Buñol in Spain & draws around 20,000 participants in what is essentially a full-blown food fight. Participants throw squashed tomatoes at each other following a tradition that started in the mid-1940s.
17. See the Northern Lights Ideally a top choice on anyone’s bucket list, the Northern Lights are one of nature’s spectacular wonders. The dancing lights in the north and south hemispheres are nature’s way of providing us with a free light show.
18. Visit a Castle You don’t need to be royalty to see the insides of a castle. The Edinburgh Castle is an icon of Scotland & one of the most popular tourist attractions in the UK
19. Cherry Blossom Season in Japan Hanami is the traditional Japanese custom of ‘flower viewing’ and takes place during the Cherry Blossom season of the year from February to May. The sakura is a symbol of Japan and thousands of people from all over the world flock to the country to catch a glimpse and celebrate the spring season.
20. Explore Marine Life of The Galapagos Islands Located off the west coast of South America, the Galapagos Islands are a rare natural wilderness. Each of the 18 main islands are home to distinct living creatures like marina iguanas, sea lions, turtles, lizards, gulls, waved albatrosses, dolphins, sharks & more.