Travel Bucket List for 2024 • The Blonde Abroad

Every 12 months, I wish to put collectively a “travel bucket list” with inspiration for the approaching 12 months…a temper board for adventures, if you’ll. In taking a look at Expedia Group’s Unpack ’24 report, it was actually enjoyable to see that so a lot of our ideas about journey line up.

“This year’s leading trends include Tour Tourism, Dry Tripping, and Go-ccasions!”

I can get behind that!

With that in thoughts, most of those bucket listing gadgets usually are not destination-specific, so I encourage you to make use of them as a launching pad for concepts, primarily some “choose your adventure” inspo!

As you propose your subsequent massive journey and cross issues off this listing, use Expedia’s Price Tracking instrument to search out the perfect flight costs in your 2024 journeys!

From jet-setting across the globe to locations the place your favourite TV present or movie is ready to renting trip properties and taking that lengthy overdue ladies’ journey, right here is my journey bucket listing for 2024!

Tour Tourism

In 2023, Taylor Swift’s Eras and Beyoncé’s Renaissance excursions’ cultural influence was plain, driving ticket gross sales and journey and tourism. Expedia predicts that Tour Tourism will proceed to thrive in 2024.

Cultural and music festivals have all the time been an enormous a part of my worldwide travels; I’ve been to Tomorrowland in Belgium and Ultra Japan in Tokyo. And I’ve 4 Burns (together with Burning Man and AfrikaBurn) beneath my belt!

If you’ve obtained a serious live performance or cultural expertise in your bucket listing, make 2024 your 12 months to expertise it!

Take a Solo Trip

Going on a solo journey is a ceremony of passage. It’s a novel technique to journey; you’ll be able to expertise a vacation spot in your phrases and timeline.

You can see what you need, eat the place you need, and also you’ll be capable of meet locals alongside the best way. It’s an effective way to spice up your confidence and see the world all on the identical time.

As a solo feminine traveler, I’ve discovered a lot about myself and the world once I’ve traveled to locations alone.

If the considered going solo on a global journey is daunting, begin small! Check out a neighboring state or county, and even strive a dinner date in your hometown—celebration of 1!

Travel to a Destination from a Movie or TV Show

For the movie and TV buffs on the market, have you ever ever thought-about touring to the placement of considered one of your favourite exhibits or motion pictures? This development is from Expedia Group’s Unpack ’24 report, and I admittedly have a number of locations on my bucket listing for that reason!

• Harry Potter: As chances are you’ll know, I’m an enormous fan of Harry Potter, and there are such a lot of Harry Potter filming places in England and the UK! 
• Lord of the Rings: There’s a Lord of the Rings Tour in New Zealand for individuals who would reasonably spend days exploring The Shire.
• Game of Thrones: Game of Thrones could have you wandering round Europe, from Iceland to Scotland to Croatia.
• Gladiator 2: Malta is considered one of Europe’s most under-rated island nations—chill out in a Blue Lagoon, discover UNESCO World Heritage websites, and hit the seaside!

Use Points to Fly for Free

I’m an enormous believer in getting bank card factors to give you the results you want and utilizing factors to fly without spending a dime!

I’ve flown Emirates First Class and booked round-trip financial system flights throughout the nation and one-way enterprise class flights worldwide. I’ve even booked week-long rental automobiles for epic highway journeys.

And I didn’t pay for any of it. These flights had been all booked for “free” utilizing bank card factors.

This isn’t to brag—it’s a wake-up name. If you aren’t utilizing journey reward bank cards, it’s time to begin! Travel reward bank card factors are a GAME CHANGER.

While the factors & miles sport can appear extraordinarily mysterious and nearly too good to be true, I’ve created a number of guides on learn how to demystify the method, together with examples of once I’ve redeemed factors, how I did it, and the way a lot it’s saved me.

Here’s how I journey the world without spending a dime utilizing bank card factors and my beginner’s information to utilizing factors and miles.

NOTE: You additionally DON’T want a bank card to begin incomes journey rewards. Expedia’s One Key journey loyalty program is free, AND you’ll be able to rack up factors and tier credit on eligible bookings for just about every little thing associated to your journey escapades like cozy Hotels.com stays, superior Vrbo trip leases, and an entire lot extra on Expedia.

Visit a National Park

The variety of beautiful nationwide parks in North America is a blessing.

From Rocky Mountain National Park to Banff to Yellowstone and past, you would spend a lifetime exploring essentially the most spectacular nationwide parks and nonetheless not get round to seeing all of them.

National parks are a number of the most beautiful pure wonders on this planet and provide a much-needed escape from the hustle and bustle of on a regular basis life.

Whether you’re an avid hiker, a wildlife fanatic, or simply somebody who appreciates the fantastic thing about nature, there’s a nationwide park on the market for you.

Rent a Vacation Home

Since changing into a household of 4 (sure, we depend our furbaby), we prioritize trip properties each time we journey. Last 12 months, we stayed in an 18th-century farmhouse in Tuscany and a trendy beachfront unit in Malibu.

There’s one thing for everybody on Vrbo!

Don’t get me mistaken, I really like resort keep, however having the house and luxury of a home-away-from-home when touring with a toddler (and sometimes our canine) is our precedence nowadays!

With separate bedrooms, a fully-equipped kitchen, and residing areas, you’ll be able to prepare dinner meals collectively, take pleasure in film nights, and spend high quality time collectively with out feeling cramped or confined.

Find the right trip residence for you!

Take a Girls’ Trip

There’s no higher technique to bond together with your closest buddies and recharge your batteries than by taking a ladies’ journey. And in 2024, there’s no higher time to plan one!

Are you itching to journey, however none of your folks are up for the journey?

I’ve been working all-female excursions for seven years in a number of the world’s most unimaginable bucket listing locations!

Experience safari in South Africa, sail on a luxurious Nile cruise in Egypt, witness the Petra in Jordan, go glamping within the Sahara Desert in Morocco, and uncover probably the most distant wildlife locations on earth, The Galapagos Islands!

Most of our visitors come solo and go away with a brand new group of travel-loving besties!

Learn extra about TBA Escapes All-Female Tours and apply right now!

Take a Wellness Trip

A wellness journey is an effective way to prioritize your bodily and psychological well being and rejuvenate your thoughts, physique, and spirit. Why not make this the 12 months you prioritize your self and put money into a wellness getaway?

A wellness journey can take many types, from yoga retreats and spa holidays to health and journey journeys. If you’re not an enormous planner, it may be as simple as touring to a vacation spot that’s identified for wellness and discovering experiences when you’re there.

The infinite choices could be tailor-made to fit your pursuits and desires.

Here are some nice locations to go on a wellness journey:

1. Bali, Indonesia: Bali is thought for its lovely landscapes and wealthy tradition, nevertheless it’s additionally a haven for wellness-seekers. Bali has every little thing that you must soothe your thoughts and physique, from yoga and meditation retreats to detox and spa remedies.
2. Costa Rica: This Central American paradise is the last word vacation spot for journey and wellness. With its lush rainforests, beautiful seashores, and energetic volcanoes, Costa Rica is ideal for individuals who love to remain energetic whereas immersing themselves in nature.
3. Tulum, Mexico: Tulum is a fantastic and bohemian coastal city identified for its beautiful seashores and laid-back vibe. It’s a superb vacation spot for these seeking to unplug, recharge, and bask in numerous wellness experiences, from yoga and meditation to spa remedies and wholesome eating.

Want to search out the last word rest spot for you? Find the excellent resort to relaxation, reset, and rejuvenate so you’ll be able to come again feeling refreshed.

Hosting your individual wellness journey with buddies is an alternative choice to think about!

Rent a trip residence on Vrbo, plan group actions like climbing, and rent native yoga instructors to guide group periods at your rental!

Go Scuba Diving

Some of the perfect locations on the planet are under sea degree. Why not expertise the fantastic thing about the deep blue past with an journey at sea?

If you’re able to dig deeper, contemplate studying learn how to dive. Admittedly I used to be a bit nervous to make the leap myself nevertheless it’s been so price it. Getting my scuba diving certification opened up an entire new world for me.

Visit a Wonder of the World

The United Nations Educational, Scientific, and Cultural Organization, generally often known as UNESCO, frequently works to protect and spotlight the perfect of the perfect across the globe.

Visiting the Seven Wonders of the World is a chance to discover a number of the most iconic buildings and pure phenomena in historical past and to be taught concerning the cultures and civilizations that created them.

Each of the wonders gives a novel and awe-inspiring expertise, showcasing the ingenuity and creativity of humankind, and they’re symbols of human achievement that stand the take a look at of time.

The traditional Seven Wonders of the World and the New Seven Wonders of the World are must-sees. The new locations are excessive on my listing—I’ve been to all besides the Great Wall and the Taj Mahal!

Go on an African Safari

Going on safari in Africa is without doubt one of the prime issues on any bucket listing! From exploring Gondwana Private Game Reserve with my TBA Escapes Tour to heading deep into the bush in Botswana and Kenya—it’s an expertise that by no means will get previous.

One of my favourite issues about residing in Cape Town was the chance to discover many components of Africa.

While a safari shouldn’t be often known as a price range exercise (learn right here about what you must price range for a safari), it’s a worthwhile expertise. Check out this information to happening an African safari for extra perception! 

If you’ve by no means been on a safari in Africa, make it your objective for 2024!

Take a Go-ccasion

New analysis by Vrbo has uncovered an rising development for 2024: the “Go-ccasion,” revealing that one in 4 individuals are on the lookout for ANY excuse to make a journey with buddies or household!

While anniversaries and milestone birthdays are apparent issues to rejoice, don’t downplay the thrill of a puppymoon, first-date-anniversary, or work promotion getaway!

Some of our favourite journeys have been with our cockapoo pup in tow!

And there you’ve got it, of us! My 2024 journey bucket listing.

What’s in your journey bucket listing for this 12 months? Let me know within the feedback under!