Bucket List: 50 Amazing Travel Experiences Around the World
There are so many beautiful places in the world and so many things to do. If you had the opportunity to travel anywhere, where would you go first? What would you do?
If you love exploring new destinations or dream of living in a foreign country, this post is for you. This is my ultimate travel bucket list—a collection of amazing places I hope to visit and unforgettable experiences I want to have someday.
Browse through the list for inspiration and see if there are any destinations or adventures you'd like to add to your own travel bucket list.
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Cambodia
Visit Angkor Wat, Siem Reap
Watch the sunrise over Angkor Wat. Read my Siem Reap guide to watching the sunrise at Angkor Wat.
Japan
☐Visit Miyagi Zao Fox Village
Walk among more than 100 free-roaming foxes. Autumn and winter are the best seasons to visit.
☐Drive a Street Go-Kart in Tokyo
Experience Tokyo from a unique perspective as you drive through famous districts like Shibuya, Tokyo Tower, and the Imperial Palace on a guided street go-kart tour. Takes 1-3 Horus and around $65-$125.
☐Visit Tokyo Disneyland. Tokyo Disney cost around $50-$70. I want to see Cinderella’s Castle and The Journey. Try the exclusive snacks, like alien-shaped mochi, matcha popcorn, and the ever-popular sweet churros.
☐Tokyo DisneySea.
Step into the magical world of Fantasy Springs, where Disney stories come to life. This beautifully themed area is perfect for families, Disney fans, and anyone looking to experience immersive attractions and stunning scenery. When you need a break, you can enjoy delicious snacks and refreshing alcoholic beverages served throughout the area.
☐Experience Cherry Blossom Season in Japan (Spring)
Dress in a traditional kimono, stroll beneath the blooming sakura trees, and enjoy a peaceful hanami (cherry blossom viewing) picnic.
☐Relax in a Traditional Japanese Onsen
Soak in a natural hot spring, wear a traditional yukata, and enjoy an authentic Japanese meal while surrounded by peaceful mountain or countryside scenery.
☐Visit Universal Studios Japan, Osaka
Experience thrilling rides and immersive themed lands, including The Wizarding World of Harry Potter, Super Nintendo World, Minion Park, and Jurassic Park. Don't miss the chance to ride Mario Kart: Koopa's Challenge and meet your favorite characters.
☐Go Snowboarding in Hokkaido (Winter)
Stay in a cozy mountain cabin for a few nights and go snowboarding at a nearby ski resort. Also, plan to go snowboarding in the spring where it is warmer. Snowboard without too much snow gear.
☐Visit the Sapporo Snow Festival
☐Take Photos in the Flower Fields of Furano, Hokkaido (Summer)
☐Walk Through the Arashiyama Bamboo Forest
☐Visit Fushimi Inari Shrine
Walk through thousands of bright red torii gates, explore the peaceful mountain trails, and take photos at one of Japan’s most iconic shrines.
Turk and Caicos
☐Horseback riding along the beach.
☐ATV Tour with Beach Stop
South Korea
☐ Visit a Korean bathhouse or jjimjilbang
☐ Try a Korean color analysis session
☐ Visit a themed café in Seoul
☐ Visit a few themed cafés, such as Sanrio, LINE FRIENDS, and animal cafés, for a fun and unique dining experience.
☐ Stay overnight in a traditional hanok
Stay in a traditional hanok and experience sleeping on a comfortable floor mattress while enjoying the warmth of Korea's heated ondol floors.
☐ See the lavender fields or flower festivals
Take memorable pictures of the field of flowers
☐Visit the Great Wall of China
Have a fortune teller at the Great Wall read my face and palms for a unique cultural experience.
☐Visit the Forbidden City
Dress in traditional Chinese hanfu and take photos to experience the beauty of ancient Chinese culture.
☐See the Terracotta Army
☐ Cruise the Li River
☐ Climb Stairway to Heaven.
This beautiful stairway to heaven has been on my list for awhile.
Singapore
☐ Visit Gardens by the Bay
☐ Swim and spend a night at Marina Bay Sands
☐ Visit Sentosa Island
Australia
☐ See the Sydney Opera House
☐ Snorkel the Great Barrier Reef
☐ Visit Whitehaven Beach
New Zealand
☐ Visit Hobbiton
☐ Go Bungee Jumping/sky driving
France
☐ Visit the Eiffel Tower
Eat at the top of the tower.
☐ Visit the Louvre Museum
Iceland
☐ See the Northern Lights (Winter)
Watch the sky come alive with dancing green, purple, and pink lights—one of the world's most unforgettable natural wonders.
☐ Relax in the Blue Lagoon
Soak in Iceland's famous geothermal spa surrounded by lava fields.
☐ Visit the Black Sand Beach at Reynisfjara
See dramatic basalt columns and powerful Atlantic waves along Iceland's south coast.
☐ Ride an Icelandic Horse
Experience Iceland's unique horse breed while exploring volcanic landscapes.
Peru, South America
☐Machu Picchu
Hike to the ancient Inca citadel.
Egypt
☐Pyramids of Giza
Ride a camel through the desert. Explore the pyramids and cultures.
Finland
☐ Stay in a glass igloo in Finland.
Turkey
☐ Take a hot-air balloon ride over Cappadocia, Turkey
United States
☐ Take a helicopter flight over the Grand Canyon
☐ New York City
Italy
☐ Ride a gondola through the canals.
Indonesia
☐ Pink Sand Beach
French Polynesia
☐ Bora Bora
Greece
☐ Visit Santorini
Maldives
☐ Swim from a boat in the middle of the blue water
