There a few cities in the world home to 8.5 million people. Cramming all of these people into a tiny space, New York is renowned around the World for being one of the busiest cities on Earth, with the hustle bustle giving a legendary atmosphere. With a population so large, Manhattan benefits from having a lot of variety when it comes to things to do and see. From the monuments and large buildings, to the landmarks you’ve seen in countless…
When considering bucket list destinations, I am sure not too many people think of Albuquerque, New Mexico. But that is very big mistake! Whether you are living in Albuquerque or looking for a weekend getaway, this city along the Rio Grande won’t disappoint any bucket list adventurer. From the historic Route 66 to riding in hot air balloons, there are plenty of exciting things to do Albuquerque. So, get ready to cross off some bucket list items with our 10 Fun…
When someone mentions the city of Florence, I am sure images of the Italian city and the birthplace of the Renaissance come to mind. But did you know that there is a Florence, Alabama that had it’s own modern Renaissance? Now, we had never heard of this lovely spot in the Northwest region of the state known as the Shoals. However, after spending a few days discovering its music, art, food, and culture, it became clear that Florence is definitely…
There is always going to be some old favorites that you see time and time again on a bucket list. People want to see the green islands of New Zealand, the vast country that is Australia, swim with sharks, snorkel the Great Barrier Reef, walk to Great Wall Of China and take the ultimate road trip across America. It is this road trip I wanted to discuss today. While all of the above are very worthy additions of a bucket…
It’s one of the most odd countries in Europe. Odd in a good way, in that the Swiss really mind their own business and enjoy what mother nature has given them. Politically and culturally one might consider Switzerland to be rather mundane. How wrong you would be even to suggest that. The mountains provide some of the best peaks in the world and snow as thick as it is pure. Yet if you love your wine and dine experiences, you…
Several years ago, my friend Mike shared a video with me of some insane ride called the Mieders Alpine Coaster. This video showed some wild yellow car zipping down a mountain somewhere in Austria. As this poor soul luged down the mountain screaming, I immediately knew that I had to add the Mieders Alpine Coaster to The Adventure Activities & Experiences List. About The Alpine Mieders Coaster The Alpine Mieders Coaster or the Serlesblitz, as it is also known locally, is…
Vienna, Austria is known worldwide for its beautiful Christmas markets, but it is magical any time of year. The city itself is easy to navigate and offers endless opportunities for history, culture, architecture, cuisine and entertainment. After, enjoying all of the amazing things to do in Salzburg, we went for three full days in The City of Music, even though we could have easily extended our stay to experience even more. Nonetheless, Vienna cast a spell on us and is…
Salzburg, Austria is often a top destination on most people’s bucket list! As the 4th largest city in Austria, Salzburg was listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1997. When you visit, it is easy to understand why as you seem to get lost in this magical city. Whether it’s exploring the birthplace of Mozart or seeing where Maria of Sound of Music fame had her adventures, you will find a plethora of things to do in Salzburg. Explore Hohensalzburg Fortress Dating from the…
If you ever come to my house, you will see a scratch off map of the world hanging on my wall. It is probably one of my favorite ways to record The Adventure Travel List of the Bucket List Project. To me, a scratch off map by Landmass is an ideal gift for people who love to travel and explore the world. It is a symbol of your past travels, all while reminding you that there are still many more…
At the end of each December, I often sit down with my Bucket List notebook and ponder what I want to accomplish and where I want to go for the coming year. For me, I find that writing out a time line not only helps me plan what I want to do but gets me excited about what the coming year has to offer. If you would like to see what we did in 2017, check our 2017 Completed Items. So…