Travel Bucket List for 2024

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First of all, I want to say HAPPY NEW YEAR!!! May you have the best year filled with happiness, health, success, and travel. Every year, I create a vision board and set new goals and intentions for the year in various categories. One of the categories is TRAVEL! We share some travel-related goals that you can add to your vision board for 2024 in this post! At the bottom, I will share my personal 2024 travel goals, which are more specific because I already have flights booked for the year. Below is the travel bucket list for 2024.

#1: Visit One of the Seven Wonders of the World-

The seven wonders of the world are iconic! Who doesn’t want to witness one this year?

What are the seven wonders of the world?

1-Great Wall of China–book your tour!

Learn about the history and find epic picture-perfect spots along the wall with a private tour!.

2-Chichén Itzá, Mexico– book your tour

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Experience Chichén Itzá and the charming colonial city of Valladolid on a guided tour.

3-Petra, Jordan-Book your Tour

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Petra is an abandoned city discovered by a Swiss Explorer named Johann in 1812. Thousands of years ago, Petra, in southern Jordan, was thriving. The temples, tombs, and other elaborate buildings carved from the mountainside are incredible. The most famous is the ancient treasury, as shown in the photo above, a sandstone temple. It is the most intricate, beautiful building to see. The best way to see Petra is by booking a tour. Tours are great because the guides have SOOOO much insight into the history, architecture, and people that once lived there.

4-Machu Picchu, Peru– Book a Day Trip!

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Machu Picchu is an Inca citadel from the 15th century at 7,970 feet above sea level. Opting for a guided tour is a great way to learn about its construction and history.

5-Christ the Redeemer, Brazil–Book Your Tour!

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Book an 8-hour tour of the city which will take you to see the Christ the Redeemer statue and Sugarloaf Mountain. Book Your Tour!

6-Colosseum– Book your Tour

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The Colosseum MUST be on your Italy BUCKET LIST! The main amphitheater dates back to AD 72. A small group tour is the best way to see the building because you can skip the line, but also because they will teach you about the gladiator fights that once took place inside. Gladiators would not only fight each other but also ferocious animals! Criminals would be fed to the starving animals, too.

7-Taj Mahal, India- Book a Day Trip

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The Taj Mahal is a mausoleum in Agra, India, for two people, Emperor Shah Jahan and his wife, Mumtaz Mahal. Emperor Shah Jahan began the project in 1632 for this purpose. There is a marble tomb in the center. The marble building and precious stones represent romance. Book a Day Trip

#2: Go on a Girl’s Trip or Boy’s Trip-

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A girl’s or boy’s trip is a great way to unwind, reconnect with old friends, recharge, and destress. We recommend renting a house from VRBO for your trip.

#3: Create a Bucket List for Each Season-

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Winter– Ski, Ice Skate, Hockey Game, Northern Lights, The Nutcracker, Bake, Hot Chocolate, Take a Nap, Scrapbook, Holiday Light Show, Christmas Market

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Spring– Washington DC Monuments and Cherry Blossom Festival, Botanical Gardens, Basketball Game, Hiking, Feed Birds, Farmer’s Market, Road Trip

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Summer– Pool Day, Beach Day, Baseball Game, Waterpark, Boat Day, Outdoor Movie, Fireworks, Sail, Sunset, Sunrise, Surf Lesson, Sunflower Field, Waterfall

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Fall– Oktoberfest in Munich, Apple and Pumpkin Picking, Six Flags, Haunted House, Horseback Riding, Spooky Movie Night, DIY Costume for Halloween, Carve Pumpkins, Celebrate Halloween

#4: Go to a Concert-

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In 2023, Taylor Swift’s Era Tour grossed over $2 billion in ticket sales. I believe concerts will continue to be popular in 2024 because who does not love LIVE MUSIC? Why not add a concert to your 2024 bucket list?!

#5: Travel to a New Country-

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Traveling to a new country is something that you won’t regret! Learning about a new culture, meeting kind locals, and experiencing a new atmosphere will be remembered forever. If you do not know where to travel next, we created a list of 40 countries to add to your bucket list that you can read for inspiration. My motto in life is to book the flight, eat the cake, and stay positive! 🙂

#6: Snorkeling in the Caribbean-

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The Caribbean Islands are perfect to visit at least once a year, thanks to warm weather, palm trees, white sand, stunning sunsets, and fruity drinks. It does not matter which Caribbean Island you visit because you will find snorkeling at each one. We recommend staying at an all-inclusive resort when traveling to the Caribbean.

Popular Caribbean Activities:

-Snorkeling or Scuba Diving

-Jet Skiing

-Horseback Riding

-Sailing at Sunset

Find an All-Inclusive Resort:

#7: Go on a Road Trip through the USA-

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Road trips, in my opinion, are SO much fun because you can blast your favorite music, listen to a podcast, or socialize with your friends for hours on end until you get to your destination. The best road trip that I have ever gone on in my life was through Utah and Arizona. WOW! Utah and Arizona are the MOST beautiful states in the USA! If you go on a road trip through these states, visit the Grand Canyon, Antelope Canyon, Horseshoe Bend, Arches National Park, Bryce Canyon, and Zion National Park!

#8: Backpack Through Europe-

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Traveling in Europe is easy, thanks to the train system! Find and book your train tickets through Rail Europe for the best deals!

Popular European Train Journeys:

London to Paris.
Paris to Amsterdam.
Barcelona to Madrid.
Milan to Venice.
Paris to London.
Brussels to Bruges.
Madrid to Valencia.

Are you wondering where to travel in Europe? Please read the 25 best places to visit in Europe for inspiration.

#9: Go on a Staycation-

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What is a Staycation? A staycation is a vacation nearby where you do not need an expensive flight, Visa, or passport. You can go for a short time and on any weekend. You do not have to take off work!

Find a Hotel Near You!

#10: Go on an African Safari-

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This African safari experience is one for the books because you will spot incredible wildlife and have a private tour guide. You will see black rhinos, lions, zebras, giraffes, and more! Do not forget to bring your camera because the photos you take will last a lifetime. We recommend printing out pictures from all of your trips so that you can reminisce on the memories that you made.

My Travel Bucket List for 2024:

-Travel to Brazil- Feb 2024

-Christ the Redeemer Statue- Feb 2024

-Celebrate Carnival in Rio- Feb 2024

-Explore Cartagena, Colombia- August 2024

-Lisbon and Lagos in Portugal- April 2024

-Go Snorkeling in Antigua- June 2024

-See 30 Countries Before 30 Years Old – Before June 5th, 2024

-Plan a New Trip to Europe for the Future

-Go on a Road Trip- Jan 2024

We shared the travel bucket list for 2024. Please comment below if you will be completing any of these bucket list ideas this year!

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15 Adventures to Add to Your Bucket List

The world has many natural wonders and man-made sites to explore. This adventurous bucket list has destinations to visit with incredible landscapes, like the White Sands National Park to historic buildings to see at the Ancient Ruins of Petra. Let’s dive deeper into 15 adventures to add to YOUR bucket list!

Adventure #1: Explore the Ancient Ruins of Petra in Jordan

Book a Guided Tour in Petra

Adventure #2: Explore the Pak Ou Caves in Laos

The Pak Ou Caves or Tim Tam Caves is a Buddhist Shrine consisting of an upper and lower limestone cave on the Mekong River. There are 1,000 sculptures of Buddha housed inside the caves.

Learn More About the Pak Ou Caves

Adventure #3: Swim with Manta Rays in the Crystal Clear Water of the Maldives-

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Swimming in the warm turquoise water of the Maldives will be remembered forever. You will enjoy the incredible weather, palm trees, white sand, and water sports. There are 1,190 islands to go snorkeling at with reef sharks, whale sharks, sea turtles, manta rays, and tropical fish. Manta Rays are the largest rays in the world, with an average wingspan of 23 feet. Booking a tour is the best way to experience this activity!

Swim with Manta Rays in the Maldives

Adventure #4: Swim at Jellyfish Lake at Palau-

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Nature has allowed us to swim with beautiful jellyfish up close and not get stung, so why not book the tour in Palau and take on this once-in-a-lifetime experience? Eil Malk Island in Palau has the one and only jellyfish lakes in the world. The marine lake is home to golden jellyfish that do not have stingers. The jellyfish eat algae and do not need their stingers to catch prey. Scuba diving is NOT allowed at Jellyfish Lake.

Swim with Jellyfish in Palau

Adventure #5: White Sands National Park-

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White Sands National Park, in New Mexico, is the most beautiful spot to get lost and take iconic photos of the dunes. You can find stunning landscapes everywhere you look. There are a few trails to cover, including Dune Life Nature Trail, Playa Trail, and Interdune Boardwalk. Don’t forget to visit Lake Lucero.

View Photos of White Sands National Park

Adventure #6: Cavo Tagoo in Mykonos-

Cave Tagoo is a luxury place to stay in Mykonos, Greece, with an infinite pool in a cave overlooking the Mediterranean Sea. The sunset views are gorgeous.

Book Your Stay at Cave Tagoo

Adventure #7: Hobbit Huts in New Zealand-

You can physically stay overnight at a hobbit hut in New Zealand! How cool is that? It only costs $6 US per night. You can stay in a hobbit hut at Woodlyn Park Hotel and Underhill. The hobbit huts, featured in the Lord of the Rings movie, have round doors, beautiful gardens, and cozy decorations. Book Your Stay at Woodlyn Park Hotel! This hotel is located two minutes away from the Waitomo Glow Worm Caves. Another place to experience the hobbit huts is at Underhill Valley.

Book Your Stay at Woodlyn Park Hotel

Underhill Valley Earth Huts Hotel

Adventure #8: Glowworm Caves in New Zealand

Speaking of GLOWWORM caves, you MUST add it to your bucket list. The caves, underground rivers, glowworms, and sinkholes exist under the beautiful green grass ways of Waitomo. The best way to see the caves is with a tour; however, whether you go on a boat or a walking tour is up to you! You can even go through the caves on a singular tube if you’re up for it!

Boat Glowworm Cave Tour

Adventure #9: Crater Lake National Park in Oregon

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Crater Lake is the deepest blue lake in America. The lake’s water comes directly from snow or rain, making it one of the cleanest and clearest lakes in the world. The lake, formed by a volcano 7,700 years ago, is stunning in summer or winter. The winter season lasts from November to April.

Book a Guided Tour to See Crater Lake

Adventure #10: Batu Caves Temple-

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The Batu Caves is in the capital of Malaysia, Kuala Lumpur. The Batu Caves are situated in scenic mountains home to Hindu shrines. The best time to visit is between May and July. Hindu festivals occur near the caves all the time. The one in late January is called Thaipusam. There are SOOOO many monkeys living in the caves, so be careful and hold on tight to your things because they will steal your water bottle. Don’t forget to snap a photo in front of the rainbow staircase leading to the caves.

Batu Caves Tickets

Adventure #11: Kentucky Derby in the US-

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The Kentucky Derby is not open for any horse. Thousands of horses compete in a series of races in order to qualify to be a part of this race. ONLY 20 qualify and betting on the horses is allowed in 34 states. I would LOVE to go to the Kentucky Derby at least once in my lifetime!

Learn More About the Kentucky Derby

Adventure #12: Bike Riding in Amsterdam-

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Amsterdam has bike lanes throughout the city and canals making for an enjoyable and safe experience. They also have bike traffic lights, signs, and so forth. It is the most accessible place to go bike riding!

Bike Riding Tour in Amsterdam

Adventure #13: Castle Tour in Budapest-

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There are more than 100 castles to explore in Hungary. The best ones are Vajdahunyad Castle and Buda Castle in Budapest. The best way to see them is to go on a Castle tour because they will share SOOO much information about each castle. At the Buda Castle, you can see the changing of the guard’s ceremony, fishermen’s bastion, Matthias church, and Faust wine cellar.

Budapest Castle Tour

Adventure #14: Scuba Dive in the Great Barrier Reef-

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The best diving spot in the world is the Great Barrier Reef in Australia for many reasons, including underwater life, turquoise blue waters, and beautiful reefs. Book a tour to have the best diving or snorkeling experience! Did you know? It is a collection of 3,000 individual reefs. Please DO NOT touch the coral because living organisms live there, and you can kill them.

Snorkeling or Diving Tour at the Great Barrier Reef

Adventure #15: Boat Ride to the Blue Grotto in Italy-

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The Blue Grotto, on the island of Capri, lights up naturally by the refraction of daylight. The water is so clear! You can book a boat tour to see the Blue Grotto from Positano and adventure off on a day trip to Capri.

Blue Grotto Boat Tour

We shared 15 adventures to add to your bucket list. Have you ever been to any of these AWESOME places? Please comment below about your experience.

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