If you were excited to hear the end of Covid-19 restrictions, then you are not alone. Tons of people have had their holidays canceled or rescheduled due to constant pressure from the pandemic. Flights had completely stopped, airports were shut, and holiday destinations took a huge hit. However, most things have reopened, and you are free once again to travel to all the amazing travel bucket list destinations on your list. 

When it comes to visiting these amazing places, you need to have everything planned out, from where you are going to stay to the transport options you need. Be aware that it is better to use certified, qualified taxi drivers than side companies such as Uber or Lyft. This is due to the number of accidents and reports that come out about them each year. If you have been the victim of such an accident, then make sure you contact an injury lawyer such as Benson & Bingham Accident Injury Lawyers. 

USA

When it comes to vacationing in the USA there are many wonderful places to see. With 50 states to choose from each offering something unique, it could keep your travel bucket list going for 50 years if you decided to visit one state a year. You could work your way around the whole map. There are however a few destinations in the states that are well worth a place on your bucket list. Two that we will mention are Hawaii and Brooklyn. Hawaii has something for everyone, including the adventurer, the romantic, and the beach babe. Brooklyn offers the chance to experience the real New York without the major hustle and bustle of all the tourists. 

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Australia

If you dream of beautiful beaches and gorgeous sunsets, then Australia is the place to visit. Everyone should see Australia at least once in their life, it has everything to offer from the jungle to the beach, to the outback. You can really see it all during your trip here, whether you organize various day excursions or take any of the best road trips in Australia. The most popular tourist trip in Australia is swimming with sharks. One of the better trips and one that not many people know about is swimming with the biggest fish in the world, the whale shark! Get up close and personal with this beautiful creature and take in the other sites of the ocean while you are there. 

Kenya

There are many locations in Africa that people have on their travel bucket list. But Kenya is often one of the most desired. That is because it is of course home to the wonderful African safari! Here you can see majestic animals up close and in their natural habitat. There is nothing nicer than seeing animals where they belong, you will feel a huge difference than when you go and visit them at the zoo. The national park in Kenya is home to the great migration that occurs each year. If you are lucky, you may just witness it. You will see the likes of giraffes, elephants, lions, and rhinos. Enjoy it as a lot of these animals are becoming endangered due to poachers. 

What Travel Bucket List Item Will You Chase Next?

We hope you enjoyed this article, and it not only gave you some ideas of vacation destinations but also how to travel safely when using other modes of transport. But we want to know what Travel Bucket List Item do you plan on chasing next? Are any of these 3 locations on your list to tick off next or do you have somewhere else that you have been dreaming about? Let us know in the comments below!

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When it comes to planning your dream trip to Australia you’re literally spoilt for choice. But one destination you’re not going to want to miss is Perth. This city has it all, miles of beaches, beautiful green spaces and a fascinating history and culture to explore.

Join us as take a quick tour around the city’s highlights and let you know why Perth needs to be on your bucket list.

The Beaches

If you’re looking for pristine white sands set against the backdrop of a sparkling blue water, then Cottesloe Beach is where you need to head. Naturally, it’s a popular destination but you’ll find a spot. The flags show you the safest stretch to swim but the current is known to be gentle and shouldn’t cause problems for swimmers of all abilities.

Just down the road, you’ll find Mettams Pool. Here you’ll find a fascinating reef to dive down to covered with an impressive variety of sea life. Avoid on windy days when the current can get pretty strong. Enjoy the cafes and restaurants that surround this location.

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Food Culture

This has experienced something of a revival in the last few years with the emergence of several foodie festivals, pop up restaurants and the like. You’ll obviously find plenty of fresh seafood to get your taste buds tingling but this multi-cultural city showcases cuisines and flavors from all over the world.

Tourist Attractions

Spend a morning discovering the expansive Kings Park and Botanic Garden. A green space even bigger than New York’s Central Park. Here you’ll also find several interesting memorials to commemorate the Second World War and women’s suffrage among lots of others.

Head to Swan Valley where you can pass a day on the banks of the river or visiting the wineries, local food producers and growers. You may need a car to get around to all of them, so check out Car Rentals in Perth.

You can’t miss the Bell Tower with its 12 bells pealing and a viewing platform that gives you a 360 degree view of the city and in particular the Central Business District.

Finally, consider a trip to the Fremantle Prison, featured as a World Heritage Site. It was originally used to house convicts who had been transported from Britain around 1886 before they were put to work on the land. The prison held both white convicts and Aboriginal people and much work has been done to tell the story of those prisoners.

Perth is a buzzing, culturally-rich and vibrant city that prides itself on all that it has to offer visitors. Whether you enjoy the natural beauty of the coastline and the expansive green areas, the challenge of trying as many amazing restaurants and bars as possible or learning about the fascinating history of the place, Perth has something for everyone.

Be sure to add this city to the top of your itinerary and get to know Perth, its people, food, culture and all that it has to offer.

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When people write out their Travel Bucket List, there is no doubt that exploring Australia is going to be on that list. But just saying that you are going to the land down under isn’t enough. This is because even though it may look small on most modern maps, Australia is actually about the same size as continental USA. So how does a person explore the 2.97 million square miles of this magnificent country and see the great sights? The answer is to take one of the best road trips in Australia!

Whether you want to explore the entire vast country or just hit up a specific area, road tripping through Australia will allow you the freedom to tackle your bucket list items the way you want.

But, do you know what road trips in Australia you want to take?

Well, to help out, we found 7 of the best road trips in Australia to satisfy any personality!

Driving The Great Ocean Road 

Whether you are driving a rental car or you buy a second hand motor home you find on Gumtree, there is no doubt that driving the Great Ocean Road in southern Australia should be on your bucket list. The Great Ocean Road is one of the quintessential road trips in Australia. Whether you want to explore the surfing mecca of Torquay or you want to see the limestone towers known as the 12 Apostles in Port Campbell National Park, the Great Ocean Road is a bucket list destination.

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Cruising the Sunshine Coast 

If you are looking for more quiet road trips in Australia, then cruising the Sunshine Coast should be on your bucket list. This is because the Sunshine Coast doesn’t have many popular tourist hot spots. With that said, this road trip will offer you a perfect blend of beaches and mountains. You can surf Kings Beach in Caloundra, hike to the Fairy Ponds and Devil’s Kitchen in Noosa National Park, or explore the Glass House Mountains.

See the Surf Towns of the Gold Coast 

If you have surfing in Australia on your bucket list, then you are going to want to grab your surf board, pack up your trailer, and take the cars on a road trip from Brisbane to Sidney along the Gold Coast! The towns of Burleigh Heads and Coolangatta are both considered a surfer’s paradise and are absolutely breath taking. This is also a great place to take a whale watching tour as you look for the humpback whales’ migrating towards Antarctica.

Go Off Roading on Fraser Island 

If you love outdoor adventure activities, then taking a road trip on Fraser Island should definitely be added to your bucket list. Listed on the World Heritage List in 1992, Fraser Island is the largest sand island on the planet. This will allow you to to experience some of the best 4-wheeling on huge dunes on 75 Mile Beach Highway. While cruising the beach highway make sure you stop to see the Maheno Shipwreck. This shipwreck in it’s heyday was a luxury liner and a World War I hospital ship before it washed ashore in 1935.

Warning: Fraser Island is home to a plethora of Wild Dingos. Please heed the signs warning of the danger all over the island. They seem like harmless animals but they have been known to attack.

Go to the Outback on Stuart Highway 

What would a bucket list of the best road trips in Australia without seeing Uluru in the Outback? Also known as Ayers Rock, this large sandstone rock formation is one of the most impressive landmarks in Australia. A road trip along the Stuart Highway will get you there. Known as “the Explorer’s Way”, Stuart Highway will take you from Adelaide to Darwin through the heart of the Australian outback. Besides the amazing desert scenery, you can explore the remote Aboriginal communities in and around Alice Springs.

Drive Cross Country along the Savannah Way 

Perhaps considered the King of all Australian Road Trips, the Savannah Way is a 3700-kilometer (2200 mile) route connecting Cairns in Queensland to Broome in Western Australia. This road trip won’t disappoint as you will be able to see longest lava tube in Undara, dig for Topaz at Mount Surprise, and admire an ancient gorge at Cobbold Gorge. You will also witness tons of wildlife throughout the tropical savannahs like kangaroos, emus, and even crocs! 

To help you out with this long road trip, there is even a non-profit company that does it’s best to promote local small communities and events on the Savannah Way called the Savannah Way Limited. This way you can find tons of things to do along the way and really dive into the historic pioneer culture of Australia. 

Explore the West Coast 

There are so many bucket list activities to do in Eastern Australia, but that doesn’t mean you should not explore the west coast! If exploring the bush is on your bucket list then you are going to want to take a Road Trip between Perth and Broome.  Also if you have animal encounters on your Adventure Activities & Experiences Bucket List then you will definitely want to take a West Coast Australia road trip. Along this coastline drive, you will find camel riding trips on the beaches, opportunities to swim with whale sharks on Ningaloo Reef, or for me, #170 the chance to take a Quokka selfie on Rottnest Island!

Load Up the Car & Get Going!

So as you can see, road trips in Australia are the best way to see a lot of this beautiful continent. Of course, when you get there, make sure you check out Discover Cars to find the best priced Car Rentals in Australia! That way you can use all that money you saved for Vegemite sandwiches and Moon Dog Beer!

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Wine and travel are two things that have gone hand in hand for years. It is no coincidence that some of the greatest wine regions in the world are also the most beautiful – especially after you have enjoyed a glass or two of the good stuff! In this article, we are going to take you on a tour of some of the iconic countries and regions that are renowned for producing the finest wines. Hopefully, you will come away inspired and ready to plan your next big trip to one of these spectacular destinations.

South Africa

Set against a sweeping mountain backdrop, the town of Stellenbosch is best known for its tree-lined streets and collection of superb vineyards. The Stellenbosch Wine Route is the oldest in the country, and some of the signature vintages that you will find along the way include  chenin blanc and pinotage. Aside from the wine, there are also plenty of wildlife-spotting opportunities along the Western Cape.

Burgundy and Bordeaux, France

No list of wine countries would be complete without mentioning France. The two most well-known regions in the country are Bordeaux and Burgundy. Of course, if you are planning to get into the cellars in either of these areas, you are likely to need to book a tour which takes in some of the other great sights. Both are replete with rolling hills, and the starting point for a lot of Burgundy tours is the beautiful medieval city of Dijon. Taking the extra effort to book a tour will all be worthwhile when you taste the most exquisite wines of France.

USA

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Talk to people about wine in the USA and you will almost inevitably discuss the Napa Valley in California. However, only an hour away is the Sonoma County, which produces some wonderful wines but is often overshadowed by its neighbor. On the positive side, it means that you can visit without the huge crowds. And with over 400 wineries to explore, you certainly won’t be short of choice. Another part of the country that boasts hundreds of vineyards is the Midwest – find out about Stone Hill, one of the most famous. There are plenty of opportunities to go on tours and see some of the other popular sights around the region.

La Rioja, Spain

Centuries of wine-making history lie amongst the sleepy villages of this part of northern Spain. La Rioja is obviously most famous for producing its eponymous red, and it is a fascinating part of the world to visit in general. More than 500 wineries dedicated their craft to producing bottle after bottle of this hugely popular wine. Designed by Frank Gehry (the same architect who had the vision for Bilbao’s Guggenheim museum), the Marqués de Riscal hotel is a popular stopping point for wine-lovers from all over the world. Not too far away is the city of Pamplona, made famous because of its annual bull-running festival.

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Mendoza, Argentina

Over the past few years, Argentina has established itself as one of the world’s premier wine destinations. The pick of the bunch of wines that the country produces is its Malbec. Pay a visit to Mendoza and you can enjoy tastings, tasting dinners and tours. Of course, these are all very popular activities so you will need to book in advance. The main city is an attractive base to spend a few days. One of its most popular attractions is the Museo Municipal de Arte Moderno which is home to a host of modern art.

Tuscany, Italy

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The wonderful wine is just one of hundreds of reasons why you should pay a visit to Tuscany. Chianti is the wine most-associated with this region, and you will certainly enjoy a bottle or two while sampling some of the finest food on the planet! The rolling hills of Tuscany are replete with acres of grape vines, and you will get the best impression of the place by staying in one of the many medieval village. You will feel like you have stepped back in time when you see the winemakers still crushing grapes with their feet and visit some of the basement cellars which are carved into the very rocks themselves.

Yarra Valley, Australia

Moving all the way across to the other side of the world, the Yarra Valley is located an hour outside Melbourne and the landscape is packed with acre after acre of grape vines. Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, and Syrah are the main wines produced in this region and the towns of Yarra Glen, Healesville, and Warburton are likely to be where you will base yourself. There is no shortage of tasting rooms, as well as opportunities to visit the area’s many fine restaurants.

Okanagan Valley, British Columbia  

You may not naturally think about Canada as being one of the world’s great wine countries, but a trip to Okanagan Valley might make you think twice. The amazing thing about this area is the sheer number of wines that are produced here – just a few of them include Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Pinot Noir, Pinot Gris, and Chardonnay. Wine-lovers will be impressed by the high quality of the vintages produced in this area.

The Douro Valley, Portugal

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Up in the north of Portugal, the Douro Valley is one of the most beautiful regions in the country, as well as being one of its best for producing both table and port wines. Listed as a World Heritage site, you can get here easily from Porto, which is itself one of the country’s premier tourist destinations. Just some of the ways that you can enjoy this landscape to its fullest include by road, by train, on a cruise boat and even by helicopter. Each one will give you a unique perspective of this stunning part of the world.

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Hopefully, after reading this article, your mouth will be watering at the thought of sampling some of these wonderful wines, and your feet will be getting itchy to pull on your travelling boots!  

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