Travel Bucket List for 2024 • The Blonde Abroad

Yearly, I wish to put collectively a “journey bucket checklist” with inspiration for the approaching yr…a temper board for adventures, if you’ll. In looking 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 yr’s main developments embody Tour Tourism, Dry Tripping, and Go-ccasions!”

I can get behind that!

With that in thoughts, most of those bucket checklist gadgets will not be destination-specific, so I encourage you to make use of them as a launching pad for concepts, basically some “select your journey” inspo!

As you intend your subsequent huge journey and cross issues off this checklist, 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 about to renting trip properties and taking that lengthy overdue women’ journey, right here is my journey bucket checklist for 2024!

Tour Tourism

In 2023, Taylor Swift’s Eras and Beyoncé’s Renaissance excursions’ cultural affect 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 a giant a part of my worldwide travels; I’ve been to Tomorrowland in Belgium and Extremely Japan in Tokyo. And I’ve 4 Burns (together with Burning Man and AfrikaBurn) below my belt!

In the event you’ve acquired a significant live performance or cultural expertise in your bucket checklist, make 2024 your yr to expertise it!

Take a Solo Journey

Happening a solo journey is a ceremony of passage. It’s a singular approach to journey; you possibly can expertise a vacation spot in your phrases and timeline.

You may see what you need, eat the place you need, and also you’ll have the ability to meet locals alongside the way in which. It’s a good way to spice up your confidence and see the world all on the identical time.

As a solo female traveler, I’ve realized a lot about myself and the world after I’ve traveled to locations alone.

If the considered going solo on a world journey is daunting, begin small! Take a look at a neighboring state or county, and even attempt a dinner date in your hometown—celebration of 1!

Journey to a Vacation spot from a Film or TV Present

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 pattern is from Expedia Group’s Unpack ’24 report, and I admittedly have a number of locations on my bucket checklist because of this!

• Harry Potter: As it’s possible you’ll know, I’m an enormous fan of Harry Potter, and there are such a lot of Harry Potter filming areas in England and the UK! 
• Lord of the Rings: There’s a Lord of the Rings Tour in New Zealand for many who would reasonably spend days exploring The Shire.
• Sport of Thrones: Sport of Thrones can 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—calm down in a Blue Lagoon, discover UNESCO World Heritage websites, and hit the seashore!

Use Factors to Fly for Free

I’m a giant 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 street 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. In the event you aren’t utilizing journey reward bank cards, it’s time to start out! Travel reward credit card factors are a GAME CHANGER.

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

Right here’s how I travel the world for free using credit card points and my beginner’s guide to using points and miles.

NOTE: You additionally DON’T want a bank card to start out incomes journey rewards. Expedia’s One Key travel loyalty program is free, AND you possibly can rack up factors and tier credit on eligible bookings for just about every part associated to your journey escapades like cozy Resorts.com stays, superior Vrbo trip leases, and a complete lot extra on Expedia.

Go to a Nationwide Park

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

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

Nationwide parks are a number of the most beautiful pure wonders on the earth and supply a much-needed escape from the hustle and bustle of on a regular basis life.

Whether or not you’re an avid hiker, a wildlife fanatic, or simply somebody who appreciates the great thing about nature, there’s a nationwide park on the market for you.

Hire a Trip Residence

Since turning into a household of 4 (sure, we depend our furbaby), we prioritize trip properties each time we journey. Final yr, we stayed in an 18th-century farmhouse in Tuscany and a modern beachfront unit in Malibu.

There’s one thing for everybody on Vrbo!

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

With separate bedrooms, a fully-equipped kitchen, and dwelling areas, you possibly can cook dinner meals collectively, get pleasure from film nights, and spend high quality time collectively with out feeling cramped or confined.

Find the perfect vacation home for you!

Take a Women’ Journey

There’s no higher approach to bond along with your closest associates and recharge your batteries than by taking a women’ journey. And in 2024, there’s no higher time to plan one!

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

I’ve been operating all-female tours for seven years in a number of the world’s most unimaginable bucket checklist locations!

Expertise 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 some of the distant wildlife locations on earth, The Galapagos Islands!

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

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

Take a Wellness Journey

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

A wellness journey can take many varieties, from yoga retreats and spa holidays to health and journey journeys. In the event you’re not a giant 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 will be tailor-made to fit your pursuits and desires.

Listed here are some nice locations to go on a wellness journey:

1. Bali, Indonesia: Bali is thought for its stunning landscapes and wealthy tradition, however it’s additionally a haven for wellness-seekers. Bali has every part you could soothe your thoughts and physique, from yoga and meditation retreats to detox and spa therapies.
2. Costa Rica: This Central American paradise is the last word vacation spot for journey and wellness. With its lush rainforests, beautiful seashores, and lively volcanoes, Costa Rica is ideal for many who love to remain lively whereas immersing themselves in nature.
3. Tulum, Mexico: Tulum is an attractive and bohemian coastal city identified for its beautiful seashores and laid-back vibe. It’s a wonderful vacation spot for these seeking to unplug, recharge, and bask in varied wellness experiences, from yoga and meditation to spa therapies and wholesome eating.

Need to discover the last word leisure spot for you? Discover the perfect hotel to relaxation, reset, and rejuvenate so you possibly can come again feeling refreshed.

Internet hosting your personal wellness trip with friends is another choice to contemplate!

Hire 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

A number of the greatest locations on the planet are beneath sea degree. Why not expertise the great thing about the deep blue past with an journey at sea?

In the event you’re able to dig deeper, contemplate studying how one can dive. Admittedly I used to be a bit nervous to make the leap myself however it’s been so value it. Getting my scuba diving certification opened up a complete new world for me.

Go to a Marvel of the World

The United Nations Academic, Scientific, and Cultural Group, generally often called UNESCO, regularly 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.

Every of the wonders offers a singular 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 classic Seven Wonders of the World and the New Seven Wonders of the World are must-sees. The brand new locations are excessive on my checklist—I’ve been to all besides the Nice Wall and the Taj Mahal!

Go on an African Safari

Happening safari in Africa is among the high issues on any bucket checklist! 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 outdated.

One among my favourite issues about dwelling in Cape City was the chance to discover many elements of Africa.

Whereas a safari will not be often called a funds exercise (learn right here about what it’s best to budget for a safari), it’s a worthwhile expertise. Take a look at this guide to going on an African safari for extra perception! 

In the event you’ve by no means been on a safari in Africa, make it your aim for 2024!

Take a Go-ccasion

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

Whereas anniversaries and milestone birthdays are apparent issues to have a good time, don’t downplay the joy of a puppymoon, first-date-anniversary, or work promotion getaway!

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

And there you have got it, of us! My 2024 journey bucket checklist.

What’s in your journey bucket checklist for this yr? Let me know within the feedback beneath!