Recommended for you

Start writing a post

Lifestyle

20 Trips You Need To Take Before You Die

If I ever win the lottery, you can find me in one of these places.

Joy Clark

May 01, 2017

College of Charleston

7054

20 Trips You Need To Take Before You Die

pexels.com

I’ve always envied people who quit their jobs and sell everything they own to travel. Or even those who travel for a living. Realistically for me, these things will probably never happen, but just in case I stumble into a bunch of money one day, I’ve compiled a list of my top twenty trips to go on before I die. Hopefully, I’ll be able to cross off at the least one or two within the next five years.

1. Chiang Mai, Thailand

Volunteer at an Elephant Sanctuary and attend the Floating Lantern Festival.

2. Venice, Italy

Take a private gondola ride with my lover.

3. Grindelwald, Switzerland

Satisfy my inner adrenaline junkie and zip line through the Swiss Alps.

4. Albuquerque, New Mexico

Watch the Hot Air Balloon festival over the desert.

5. Lapland, Finland

Rent a glass igloo to watch the Northern Lights from the comfort of my bed at the Kakslauttanen Arctic Resort.

6. Grand Canyon, Arizona

Go white water rafting down the Colorado River and hike to Havasu Falls.

7. Sicily, Italy

Take a waterslide into the Mediterranean Sea at the Citta del Mare Hotel Village.

8. Ontario, Canada

Take a ferry boat through the mist of Niagara Falls.

9. Grindavik, Iceland

Chill out in the Blue Lagoon Geothermal Spa.

10. West Coast, USA

Take a camping road trip on Highway 101 from San Diego to Seattle.

11. Las Vegas, Nevada

Whatever happens in Vegas will definitely stay in Vegas.

12. Alaska

Watch for whales and other wildlife on an Alaskan cruise.

13. London, England

Celebrate Christmas and New Year’s in the land of my ancestors.

14. Arenal Volcano and Manuel Antonio National Park, Costa Rica

Reconnect with myself on a yoga and surf retreat in Manuel Antonio and experience the thermal springs of the Arenal Volcano.

15. Amsterdam, Netherlands

Walk through the Red-Light district in search of a Coffee Shop.

16. Crete, Greece

Island hop on a catamaran and sunbath on one of Crete’s nude beaches.

17. Queensland, Australia

Overcome my phobia of sharks and snorkel the Great Barrier Reef.

18. Munich, Germany

Drink beer and dance my life away during Oktoberfest.

19. Cusco, Peru

Hike Machu Picchu and speak Spanish with the locals in Cusco.

20. Chobe National Park, Botswana

Take an eco-friendly African safari down the river in Chobe National Park

I guess it’s time to start playing the lottery…

Report this Content

This article has not been reviewed by Odyssey HQ and solely reflects the ideas and opinions of the creator.

Entertainment

A Year At JMU As Told By 'Bob's Burgers'

The world's greatest university meets the world's greatest show.

James Madison

841

collegian.com

A year at JMU promises many great adventures. The journey of becoming a duke and learning what being a duke is all about is really exciting and a lot of fun. Of course, we all know that James Madison University is the greatest university in Virginia (perhaps even the entire country). There are many events and moments at JMU that are cherished and remembered by all dukes.

Keep Reading...Show less

bobs burgers

Entertainment

15 Things That Happen On Your Birthday

Do you have a small get-together or throw a big bash?

University of Southern California

4884

My birthday has never been my favorite holiday. I've found that I'm more excited to celebrate my friends' and family members' birthdays more than my own. I don't like being the center of attention, so I usually celebrate over dinner with a small group of family and friends. This way, I can enjoy myself naturally without feeling like I have to entertain everyone and make sure they are satisfied. In the past when I've had large parties, I was so nervous that people weren't perfectly content that I didn't enjoy myself at my own celebration.

Keep Reading...Show less

birthday

Student Life

13 Thoughts College Students Have On The First Day Of Class

Syllabus week doesn't exist.

Hunter College

784

College Informations

Most of us have already started the spring semester, and for those of you who haven't started yet, you suck.

It seems like coming back from winter break wouldn't really be a break all things considered, since we all come back to school and pick up right where we left off. We know exactly what to expect, yet we're unprepared every single time.

Keep Reading...Show less

first day

Adulting

Dear Future Me, Life Is Tough But Please Remember These 14 Things

You can forget to breathe OR to buy fruit OR to even pet a dog but you cannot forget these things!!

UC Irvine

287

Distractify

Dear Future Me,

I know you still overthink everything and you care too much, but I hope you're loving life regardless of what you're going through. Trust me the ups and downs in life are helping you and shaping you remember that. I know that you think you are wiser and "cooler" than me now but I hope you remember these 14 things that have taught you so much already.

Keep Reading...Show less

future me

Entertainment

Things People Without A Typical 'Boy Name' or 'Girl Name' Know To Be True

All names should be "unisex names."

Tulane University

2043

There are tons of unisex names that are popular: Taylor, Alex, Bailey, etc. There are also numerous names that are used for both sexes, but they’re not seen as “unisex” yet. People are slowly becoming accustomed to the dual use of these names, but for the most part, in their minds they associate certain names with certain sexes. And that leaves those of us with these names in many awkward situations.

Keep Reading...Show less

unisex names

Recommended for you

20 Trips You Need To Take Before You Die

If I ever win the lottery, you can find me in one of these places.

1. Chiang Mai, Thailand

2. Venice, Italy

3. Grindelwald, Switzerland

4. Albuquerque, New Mexico

5. Lapland, Finland

6. Grand Canyon, Arizona

7. Sicily, Italy

8. Ontario, Canada

9. Grindavik, Iceland

10. West Coast, USA

11. Las Vegas, Nevada

12. Alaska

13. London, England

14. Arenal Volcano and Manuel Antonio National Park, Costa Rica

15. Amsterdam, Netherlands

16. Crete, Greece

17. Queensland, Australia

18. Munich, Germany

19. Cusco, Peru

20. Chobe National Park, Botswana

Subscribe to our Newsletter

The world's greatest university meets the world's greatest show.

1. When you get your acceptance letter

2. When you try to figure out how class enrollment works

3. When it’s move in day

4. When you arrive on campus and see all of the attractive people

5. FROG Week

6. When you find your squad

7. When you visit DHall (RIP) or EHall for the first time

8. When you take on way too many credits

9. When you go to your first party at JMU

10. When the rival school shows up for the homecoming game (or any game really)

11. Sunday Brunch

12. When you see the infamous “preacher” for the first time

13. The first snow day

14. Madipalooza

15. When finals week rolls around

16. When you have to say goodbye

17. And when you finally get to go back

Do you have a small get-together or throw a big bash?

1. Your family and friends ask what you want for your birthday, so you give them a list of options.

2. You're super excited about your birthday the week before.

3. Your family flies in town to celebrate with you.

4. Your siblings wake you up.

5. Your friends are so excited to be with you on your big day.

6. If you work, your office might throw a party for you.

7. For your actual party, you plan a small get-together with close family and friends ...

8. ... or large celebration with everyone you know.

9. You eat the best meal you've had in weeks.

10. You devour the first piece of cake proudly.

11. You embarrass yourself somehow.

12. You get the present you really wanted but thought no one would get you.

13. You are a little sad about getting older.

14. That feeling wears off and you realize how happy you are to have family and friends to celebrate this day with you.

15. The morning after your birthday looks something like this.

Syllabus week doesn't exist.

You can forget to breathe OR to buy fruit OR to even pet a dog but you cannot forget these things!!

All names should be "unisex names."

1. Communicating via email can be awkward.

2. Appointments usually accompany weird looks.

3. Introducing yourself to someone is never without a hitch.

4. You’ve probably thought about changing your name.

5. You’re often asked why you have the name you do.

6. You get excited when you meet someone of your gender with your name.

7. You feel awkward when you meet someone of the opposite gender with your name.

8. You’ve had someone say to you, “I knew a [your name], but they were [your opposite gender].”

9. You’ve heard a bad joke/pick-up line or two about your name before.

10. People are surprised when they see you.

11. You’re extra sensitive to other unique or unisex names.

12. You’ve fought with your parents about it.

13. All things considered, you’re happy your name makes you unique.

Trending Topics

Top Creators

Trending Stories

Best of Lifestyle

Subscribe to Our Newsletter

Facebook Comments

Subscribe to our
Newsletter