Bucket List Trips
Make it happen!
The term Bucket List is thrown around somewhat frequently, but what does it really mean?? Merriam Webster defines a Bucket List simply as "a list of things that one has not done before but wants to do before dying". Before you kick the bucket so to speak. A Bucket List can include a variety of goals. However, the most common category on a Bucket List is said to be travel. A Bucket List can create excitement, goals to live and strive for, and prioritize. Below are 15 Bucket List Trips to provide some inspiration for future travel plans.
Disney World
The Most Magical Place on Earth
It's the most magical place on earth, where dreams come true, need I say more?? It's also the world's biggest amusement park and a self-contained city twice the size of Manhattan by area. It's fun for children and adults alike and continues to evolve across its four main parks across Magic Kingdom, Epcot, Hollywood Studios, and Animal Kingdom. For ideas on how to have a magical trip to Disney, check out the full Disney World Guide and Gifts.
Paris
Fall in Love with Paris
Fall in Love with the sights & sounds of old Paris. France was the most visited country in 2023, largely due to its capital city of Paris. From the Eiffel Tower to the Mona Lisa, Paris has its fair share of special sights that make it one of the top cities to visit. Now add the 2024 Summer Olympics and a Taylor Swift concert (or 4), and Paris is skyrocketing as a top destination to visit. For a curated list of places to stay & things to do, head to the Paris Guide and Gifts.
Tokyo
The Most Populous City
Visit the most populous city in the world where old meets new. Where cherry blossoms bloom and Mount Fuji emerges. Experience the culture of Japan through its traditional tea ceremony, temples & shrines, food and hospitality. Recommended places to stay, things to do and more in Tokyo and the surrounding area are covered in the Tokyo Guide and Gifts. Also, check out the Kyoto Guide and Gifts for more Japan trip coverage.
New York City
The City that Never Sleeps
Cross the Brooklyn Bridge, climb the Statue of Liberty, soak in Times Square, take a carriage ride through Central Park, go to the top of the Empire State Building, have afternoon tea at the Plaza, see a live performance of SNL. The list of Bucket List opportunities in the largest city in the US that never sleeps goes on & on. Ideas on where to stay, what to do, eat, drink & more in NYC are available in the New York City Guide and Gifts.
It's difficult not to love Greece. The breathtaking scenery, historic architecture, beautiful weather and refreshing food & hospitality. Any one who has ever heard of Mykonos or Santorini, has likely visited or plans to visit Greece. But there's so much more to Greece than just these two islands. With thousands of islands and a large mainland, there's much to see & experience in Greece. So hop to it and start planning a trip to Greece, using the Greece Guide and Gifts.
Napa & Sonoma
Taste California's Premier Wines
The Napa & Sonoma Valley offers some of the prettiest landscape in the US with rolling hills, clear skies, and miles of vines. It has a very calming feel that's so inviting, you may not want to leave. A Bucket List destination for many to experience the fine California wines right from the estate. For insights on when to visit, where to stay, what to do, & more head to the Napa & Sonoma Valley Guide and Gifts.
Whether it be a Bucket List destination or desire to visit all 7 continents, experiencing Antarctica is absolutely exhilarating! Being able to witness scenery unlike any other with whales, seals, and penguins galore. A trip to the White Continent is truly magical and unique unlike anywhere else in the world. After all, it is the coldest, driest, iciest, and windiest place on the planet. For insights to plan a trip to Antarctica, check out the Antarctica Guide and Gifts.
New Orleans
Mardi Gras in the Big Easy
Laissez les bons temps rouler! New Orleans is oozing with charm & culture from its food to its music, history & architecture, celebrations & traditions. Experiencing Mardi Gras in the US birthplace is a Bucket List celebration for many to experience the parades with elaborate colorful floats, costumes & lots of beads! For a curated list of where to stay, what to do, eat, drink and more, head to the New Orleans Guide and Gifts.
Seeing the magical green Aurora Borealis paint the night sky is a Bucket List item for many. Iceland's location close to the Arctic Circle makes it a prime view point. Not only that, but it also has volcanoes, glaciers, waterfalls, geysers, hot springs, and a tectonic divide. Making Iceland one of the most naturally unique and interesting countries. For ideas on when and how to visit, where to stay, what to do and more, head to the Iceland Guide and Gifts.
When in Rome, do as the Romans do. Filled with history and culture dating back over 2,750 years, the capital of Italy is a special sight to see. From the Colosseum, to the Trevi Fountain, the Pantheon, and the Spanish Steps, you'll be transported in time. Then head over to the Vatican City to witness the brilliance of the Sistine Chapel. To help plan a trip to this incredible historic city, including where to stay and what to do, head to the Rome Guide and Gifts.
The Southernmost Point of the United States where US Route 1 ends, is where fun begins. Key West's laid back island life vibe combined with its historic southern colonial homes, beautiful flora & fauna, and stunning sunsets, make it a Bucket List destination for many. Visitors can experience one of the most remote US National Parks, eat key lime pie, bar hop, and eat seafood. For ideas on where to stay, what to do, plus more, go to the Key West Guide and Gifts.
The Amalfi Coast is a breathtaking sight to see. Colorful cliffside buildings, mountainous landscape, and elevated seaside views make the Amalfi Coast a popular Bucket List destination. That combined with the relaxing energy, delicious food & wine and hospitality, create a truly special getaway. For more on the Amalfi Coast, including how to get there, where to stay & what to do, check out the Amalfi Coast Guide and Gifts.
Las Vegas
Viva Las Vegas! People seem to love it or hate it, but there's no denying there's nowhere like Las Vegas. The glitz, the glamour, the neon lights. The Strip, the shows, the shopping. It's a spectacular adult play land and tons of fun! There's loads to do on & off the Strip! Plus, the impressive Hoover Dam is only a 45 min drive away! After taking many trips to Las Vegas, I'm sharing my favorite hotels and activities beyond the usual in the Las Vegas Guide and Gifts.
Camel Ride in the Sahara Desert
Morocco is a magical country with a diverse and stunning landscape from mountains and valleys to deserts. Red Rocks in the Atlas Mountains to the Blue City of Chefchaouen. The hustle & bustle of the souks in the historic medinas to the relaxing seaside towns. The beautiful mosques and mosaics. Riding a camel in the Sahara Desert is a truly magical experience to add to the Bucket List. For more insights to plan a trip, head to the Morocco Guide and Gifts.
Hawaii
Experience Polynesian Hospitality
Aloha! Sun, sand, tiki cocktail in hand. The beautiful landscape with volcanoes, canyons, bays, and black sand beaches combined with the Polynesian culture draws people to Hawaii as a Bucket List destination. Enjoy a luau, drive the Road to Hana, and ride past the famous Na Pali Coast. Hawaii can be a lot to navigate with several islands to visit, so I compiled the highlights for each, and a way to visit all 4 main islands in 1 week in the Hawaii Guide and Gifts.
For more Bucket List Trip inspiration, check out the Bucket List Gifts and The Bucket List movie.