Wanting to visit Zagreb in 2025? This city is bursting full of exciting activities, beautiful places to visit, fun foods to try; and even our list won’t touch the sheer amount of things to do! But, we hope this list is a great start to building your bucket list trip to Zagreb! We will also link some top places to stay (for all budgets), and some extra activities for some additional inspiration!
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Our top list of things to do inZagreb
Explore history in the Griç Tunnel
Visit the unique Museums of Hangovers
See the daily cannon fire at Lotrščak Tower
Take in the beauty of St Mark’s Church
Check out the Museum of Broken Relationships
Enjoy nature in one of Europe’s most green cities
See the many beautiful statues around the city
Try some of Croatia’s food specialities
Gaze up at the Zagreb Cathedral
Climb up the Lotrscak Tower and see the view of the city
Activity Recommendations
Communism and Croatian Homeland War Walking Tour – This tour gives you an in-depth tour of some of the most important historical moments within this city. Explore the WW2 tunnels, visit an authentic basement used as a shelter, and learn a lot more about Yugoslovia and the communist era. Book here.
Zagreb Museum of Hangovers – As mentioned before, we think this is a must visit museum! It is SO unique, is a great laugh, and it is still educational! Book your skip the line tickets here.
Museum of Broken Relationships – Again, such a unique museum and art project. Explore a large collection of stories and momentums from previous relationships, that really explore the depths of human emotion. Book skip the line tickets here.
Places to stay
Here are some of our recommendations for staying in Rome
Budget Traveler :
Chillout Hostel – We stayed here! This hostel has a built in bunker nightclub, is very central being next to Ban Jelacic Square, and offers many rooms. We stayed in a private room, however there are hostel dorms available. From around £20pp a night. Find out more and book here.
Mid Budget Traveler :
GARDEN Apartments – Offering central location, modern amenities, and an impressive 8.1 rating on booking.com, this apartment is a great mid budget offer, with rooms starting at around £60 a night, there is also discounts offered through the rewards programme on the website. Check out this apartment here.
Luxury Traveler :
DoubleTree by Hilton Zagreb – Everyone knows the luxury of a Hilton hotel. This 5 star hotel is nestled in the business district of Zagreb, boasts an indoor pool with views, Turkish baths, a Finnish sauna, and a gym. There are options for breakfast, half board catering, and a variety of room types. The first room starts from around £100 a night. Find it here.
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Wanting to visit Rome in 2025? This city is bursting full of exciting activities, beautiful places to visit, fun foods to try; and even our list won’t touch the sheer amount of things to do! But, we hope this list is a great start to building your bucket list trip to Rome! We will also link some top places to stay (for all budgets), and some extra activities for some additional inspiration!
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Our top list of things to do inRome
Take in the views of the Colosseum
Eat some infamous pizza and pasta
Make a wish at the Trevi Fountain
Wander the Market at Campo de’ Fiori
Take an authentic cooking class
See the works of Caravaggio and Bernini at the Galleria Borghese
Visit a country in a country with the Vatican City
Marvel at the Pantheon
Take a walking tour and see the hidden beauties around Rome
Have a glimpse of the Roman Empire with the Roman Forum
Activity Recommendations
Colosseum, Roman Forum & Palatine Hill Guided Tour – Explore some of Rome’s most impressive structures with this guided tour. With the help of a passionate dedicated guide, learn about the history of Rome with a knowledgeable host. Included you get entry to the Colosseum (and access to the arena if selected), entry to the Roman Forum and Palatine hill, and additional headsets to make sure your head your guide clearly. You can book this here.
The Original Roman Crypts and Catacombs Tour – For those open to seeing something a little different, the catacombs have proven a very popular attraction in Rome. Go underground with a knowledgeable host where you will explore the crypts and catacombs. See the bones of 4,000 Capuchin monks at the Bone Chapel, explore the network of sacred tunnels is associated with the first Christians in ancient Rome, and finish the tour with a tour around the hidden gem of the Basilica of San Martino ai Monti. You can book this here.
Pasta & Tiramisu Class with Wine by the Vatican – Who goes to Italy and misses a cooking class?! Discover the local secrets to making pasta and tiramisu in a locally loved restaurant, nestled in the foodie neighbourhood near the Vatican. With this small group, enjoy free flowing wine and prosecco, as you learn how to make these traditional dishes from scratch. Book it here.
Authentic Wine Tasting in a Historic Vineyard – Venture outside of the city centre to Rome’s countryside, to taste some locally sourced wines as you embark on a journey where you’ll learn about wine production and the philosophy behind it, wine making techniques, and heat the stories behind what makes these wines special. Find out more here.
Places to stay
Here are some of our recommendations for staying in Rome
Budget Traveler :
Generator Rome – Close to the Colosseum and Termini Station, this hostel offers both dorms and private dorms, boasting a 8.3 rating from over 2,000 reviews on HostelWorld. For dorms, they offer rooms of 4, 6 and 8 people, with the option of female only or mixed dorms. Nights start from around £26pp. You can book it here.
Mid Budget Traveler :
Just Chilling Suite – Situated 200 metres from Santa Maria Maggiore, this hotel has a fabulous rating of 8.8 from over 1,400 reviews, in a great location in Rome. Rooms start at around just under £100, and there is even an option to have a room with a hot tub in your bedroom! Find it here.
Luxury Traveler :
Rhea Silvia Luxury Navona – Set directly in Piazza Navona, this hotel offers elegant accommodation, with reviews saying their hotel room views are “unmatched”. With options to have breakfast included, the rooms include deluxe double/twin rooms, triple rooms with a view, the king suite with a spa bath, and the deluxe king suite. Rooms start from around £190. Book it here.
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Wanting to visit Bangkok in 2025? This city is bursting full of exciting activities, beautiful places to visit, fun foods to try; and even our list won’t touch the sheer amount of things to do! But, we hope this list is a great start to building your bucket list trip to Bangkok! We will also link some of our own YouTube videos doing these exact activities for some additional inspiration!
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We also recommend using these when planning your next trip!
Trip.com– Find amazing flight deals, with over 2 million flight routes, and being one of the world’s leading online travel agencies.
Airalo – With over one million people using Airalo, it is our go to eSIM provider for our worldwide trips! Having data packs from over 200 countries, find combined area packages and deals to suit your travel style and data needs!
Booking.com – Offering over 28 million accommodations to book, we will always use booking.com! Having a rewards system built in, the more you book, the more perks you get!
HostelWorld – You cannot budget travel without hostel world! Having over 17,000 hostels, boasting over 13 million reviews, hostel world is one our of top websites for budget travel! They are now offering more ways to meet people abroad, with meet ups, group chats and more available!
Get Your Guide – Book unique (and common!) experiences and activities worldwide, including skip the line tickets to big attractions worldwide!
Eat With– Experience authentic travel experiences with locals worldwide! Use eat with to book unique and intimate dining experiences, such as dinner parties in big restaurants, big feasts with a local family, cooking classes with a local and more!
ETKA – Every age from 3 to 85 can buy ETKA’s travel insurance, offering multilingual 24/7 chat support, and your insurance policy within 2-3 minutes!
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Having such a rich history, Egypt is a place to explore beaches, roam deserts, learn about the rich culture, that will cover a variety of travellers! We share with you a top 10 list of things to do and see while travelling Egypt for the perfect African trip.
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Nile Sunset, Dinner Cruise & Show– Enjoy the evening sunset with a dinner cruise, whilst being immersed into traditional performances, live music, dancing and more!
Giza Pyramids Tour with Light Show – Watch colourful lights illuminate the pyramids, whilst listening to an audio story explaining the story of the Sphinx.
Luxor
Hot Air Balloon Ride over Luxor – Take in the stunning views as you rise over Luxor for an early morning hot air balloon ride. See ancient landmarks like the Colossi of Memnon, Valley of the Kings & Hatshepsut Temple.
Luxury VIP Hammam & Spa – Enjoy a relaxing atmosphere as you enjoy a turkish bath in Hurghada, with transport and drink!
Alexandria
Alexandria Catacombs & Citadel Day Trip – Visit the Roman theater of Kom El-Deka, Kom El Shoqafa Catacombs, the Roman triclinium, Pompey’s Pillar, and the Citadel of Qaitbay as you for full day guided tour.
Giza
Quad Bike Sunset Adventure– Enjoy this private guided tour in the desert (close to the pyramids), as you have a fun ride on quads in the Egyptian Desert.
Abu Simbel Temple Day Trip – Have a full tour exploring the Abu simbel temple, which is one of the UNESCO sights. Enjoy pick up and drop off from your hotel.
E-SIM’s are our favourite way of being connected when in a new country, straight from the flight wherever you go! We use Airalo, where you can easily download your eSIM, and upgrade your package as and when needed! Their Egypt eSIMstarts from only $7… they also have an extremely cool regional sim, meaning you can get access across multiple countries! You can find their Africa bundlefrom $27!
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Would you add anything else to this list? If you have been previously, what is your favourite thing to do? And if you haven’t been, what do you want to do most?
Our favourite must-needed travel resources
Where to Fly
Trip.com – Find amazing flight deals, with over 2 million flight routes, and being one of the world’s leading online travel agencies.
Kiwi – Use Kiwi’s amazing service that is pioneering in the flight space! They use virtual interlining, which means they can provide seamless connecting flights into one single itinerary!
CheapOair – Being one of the fastest growing online travel companies in the US, CheapOair offers great flight deals, hotel rooms, rental cars and more!
Where to Stay
Booking.com – Offering over 28 million accommodations to book, we will always use booking.com! Having a rewards system built in, the more you book, the more perks you get!
HostelWorld – You cannot budget travel without hostel world! Having over 17,000 hostels, boasting over 13 million reviews, hostel world is one our of top websites for budget travel! They are now offering more ways to meet people abroad, with meet ups, group chats and more available!
Vrbo – Find stunning vacation rentals with Vrbo! Offering over 2 million paid listings in 190 countries, find memorable experiences with this accommodation service!
Where to Explore
Viator – A trip advisor company, viator offers over 300,000 experiences over 200 countries, including water sports, walking tours, boat trips, food tastes tours and more! Including activities for many budgets, check out Viator!
Eat With – Experience authentic travel experiences with locals worldwide! Use eat with to book unique and intimate dining experiences, such as dinner parties in big restaurants, big feasts with a local family, cooking classes with a local and more!
Get Your Guide – Book unique (and common too!) experiences and activities worldwide, including skip the line tickets to big attractions worldwide!
Where to get Connected
Airalo – With over one million people using Airalo, it is our go to eSIM provider for our worldwide trips! Having data packs from over 200 countries, find combined area packages and deals to suit your travel style and data needs!
Where to be Protected
ETKA – Every age from 3 to 85 can buy ETKA’s travel insurance, offering multilingual 24/7 chat support, and your insurance policy within 2-3 minutes!
Our Top Traveller’s Essentials
Backpack – Osprey Farpoint 40 – This backpack is a staple amongst many travellers! Being a lot cheaper than the luxury brands, this is a quality backpack from a well known brand. It boasts quality durability, is lightweight with a great framework and is a great option for most people! This backpack has a hip strap to help carry the bag, a breathable harness strap, and comes in multiple colours!
Compression Packing Cubes – Compression cubes are our favourite packing accessory! These cubes are similar to the normal packing cubes, but feature a compression zip, meaning you can compress your clothes down… this makes packing easier, limits the space you are using, and means more room for souvenirs etc!
Powerbank – Don’t lose power when travelling! It isn’t always guaranteed to find charging ports, so we would always suggest carrying a spare power bank, just incase you do run low on power when you need it!
Universal Travel Plug Adapter – Most backpackers/travellers visit multiple countries during one trip. And that means it isn’t guaranteed you will be using the same plug head during each place. A universal plug is great as it lets you switch between each plug head style all in one item! We love ours, it has USB slots meaning multiple items can be charged at once.
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Brazil is world renowned of a country bursting with colour and life, full of many unique and amazing sights and experiences! Use our top 10 bucket list activities to help build your trip to Brazil!
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Christ the Redeemer Full tour – Visit the Christ the Redeemer, Sugarloaf mountain, Selarón Steps, Maracanã, Sambadrome, Metropolitan Cathedral, and finish with a beautiful all-you-can-eat BBQ lunch!
Beginners Samba Class – Take a beginners samba class in Ipanema with the queen of the Rio’s carnival Carla Campos! Get your dancing shoes on!
São Paulo: City Highlights Guided Tour – Discover the Nossa Senhora church, Trianon Park, the House of Roses, and more iconic locations, through this full guided tour of the different neighbourhoods.
Cantareira Natural Park Hiking Tour – Walk through the rainforest in this guided hiking tour around the Cantareira Natural Park! Take a dip in waterfalls, visit the old water supply system of São Paulo, and learn about local fauna and flora
Salvador
Morro de São Paulo Paradise Island Daytrip – Explore this car-free location, as you can chill in this beach village. Swim in the sea, ride horses, go on a diving adventure and much more!
Full Day River Tour – Visit an indigenous tribe, discover a floating village, and see the meeting of the rivers on this full day tour of the Amazon Jungle!
Brasília
Brasilia Tour – Check out the Cathedral, National Congress, TV Tower and Much More with this guided tour around Brasilia!
Would you add anything else to this list? If you have been previously, what is your favourite thing to do? And if you haven’t been, what do you want to do most?
Our favourite must-needed travel resources
Where to Fly
Trip.com – Find amazing flight deals, with over 2 million flight routes, and being one of the world’s leading online travel agencies.
Kiwi – Use Kiwi’s amazing service that is pioneering in the flight space! They use virtual interlining, which means they can provide seamless connecting flights into one single itinerary!
CheapOair – Being one of the fastest growing online travel companies in the US, CheapOair offers great flight deals, hotel rooms, rental cars and more!
Where to Stay
Booking.com – Offering over 28 million accommodations to book, we will always use booking.com! Having a rewards system built in, the more you book, the more perks you get!
HostelWorld – You cannot budget travel without hostel world! Having over 17,000 hostels, boasting over 13 million reviews, hostel world is one our of top websites for budget travel! They are now offering more ways to meet people abroad, with meet ups, group chats and more available!
Vrbo – Find stunning vacation rentals with Vrbo! Offering over 2 million paid listings in 190 countries, find memorable experiences with this accommodation service!
Where to Explore
Viator – A trip advisor company, viator offers over 300,000 experiences over 200 countries, including water sports, walking tours, boat trips, food tastes tours and more! Including activities for many budgets, check out Viator!
Eat With – Experience authentic travel experiences with locals worldwide! Use eat with to book unique and intimate dining experiences, such as dinner parties in big restaurants, big feasts with a local family, cooking classes with a local and more!
Get Your Guide – Book unique (and common too!) experiences and activities worldwide, including skip the line tickets to big attractions worldwide!
Where to get Connected
Airalo – With over one million people using Airalo, it is our go to eSIM provider for our worldwide trips! Having data packs from over 200 countries, find combined area packages and deals to suit your travel style and data needs!
Where to be Protected
ETKA – Every age from 3 to 85 can buy ETKA’s travel insurance, offering multilingual 24/7 chat support, and your insurance policy within 2-3 minutes!
Our Top Traveller’s Essentials
Backpack – Osprey Farpoint 40 – This backpack is a staple amongst many travellers! Being a lot cheaper than the luxury brands, this is a quality backpack from a well known brand. It boasts quality durability, is lightweight with a great framework and is a great option for most people! This backpack has a hip strap to help carry the bag, a breathable harness strap, and comes in multiple colours!
Compression Packing Cubes – Compression cubes are our favourite packing accessory! These cubes are similar to the normal packing cubes, but feature a compression zip, meaning you can compress your clothes down… this makes packing easier, limits the space you are using, and means more room for souvenirs etc!
Powerbank – Don’t lose power when travelling! It isn’t always guaranteed to find charging ports, so we would always suggest carrying a spare power bank, just incase you do run low on power when you need it!
Universal Travel Plug Adapter – Most backpackers/travellers visit multiple countries during one trip. And that means it isn’t guaranteed you will be using the same plug head during each place. A universal plug is great as it lets you switch between each plug head style all in one item! We love ours, it has USB slots meaning multiple items can be charged at once.
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Many do not consider Montenegro to be a top place to visit… so use this guide to show you (and others) otherwise! Montenegro is a hidden gem of southeast Europe, filled with mountains, beach strips, medieval villages and views to remember! From beach visit, to skiing trips, this is one place e you must visit!
We will be sharing the top ten things to do in Montenegro, including activity recommendations (and where to book them), what accommodations you should check out, and how to make the best trip to Montenegro!
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Explore the lady of the rocks and the blue cave on this boat tour, offering caves, islets and more! With opportunity to visit the lady on the rocks church, a soviet submarine base, and the Blue Grotto, this trip is a must do! Find the tour here.
Explore Kotor’s historic centre with a guided tour of this city! See iconic landmarks with a group, seeing sights like the the Square of Arms, Clock Tower, and Flour Square! Find this tour here.
This guided tour descends into a cool underground chamber where you can view natural rock formations. Fitted with all necessary equipment, and a knowledgable tour guide, find this fun tour here.
Visit Zabljak Crnojevica, Virpazar, Skadar Lake and more as you explore the Montenegro countryside with this guided tour! Taste food and wine at a local vineyard, all directed by a informed tour guide! Find it here.
Experience the beautiful scenic views of Skadar Lake while solo kayaking, being able to encounter over 280 species of birds! You will get a safety briefing, necessary equipment, and different duration options for this trip, with potential visits to photo spots and sunset experiences! Find it here.
Enjoy spectacular viewing points and historic monuments with this beautiful tour! Visit the Njegusi village, Lovcen National Park, Cetinje, Crnojevic River, and Sveti Stefan for a full tour of great sights! Find it here.
Take a 2 hour trip out at Budva Bay, exploring the sea, island and beaches in Budva. Take time to enjoy the sightseeing between locations, enjoying the saline beneath with dedicated snorkel spots, where you are given the necessary equipment to peer in the waters below! Find it here.
Watch the beauty unfold beneath you with private paragliding tour, in which you are provided with a go pro so you can record this breathtaking experience. Find it here.
Would you add anything else to this list? If you have been previously, what is your favourite thing to do? And if you haven’t been, what do you want to do most?
Did you enjoy this list? Check out our other European bucket lists here, such as travel to Madrid, Budapest and Barcelona!
Our favourite must-needed travel resources
Where to Fly
Trip.com – Find amazing flight deals, with over 2 million flight routes, and being one of the world’s leading online travel agencies.
Kiwi – Use Kiwi’s amazing service that is pioneering in the flight space! They use virtual interlining, which means they can provide seamless connecting flights into one single itinerary!
CheapOair – Being one of the fastest growing online travel companies in the US, CheapOair offers great flight deals, hotel rooms, rental cars and more!
Where to Stay
Booking.com – Offering over 28 million accommodations to book, we will always use booking.com! Having a rewards system built in, the more you book, the more perks you get!
HostelWorld – You cannot budget travel without hostel world! Having over 17,000 hostels, boasting over 13 million reviews, hostel world is one our of top websites for budget travel! They are now offering more ways to meet people abroad, with meet ups, group chats and more available!
Vrbo – Find stunning vacation rentals with Vrbo! Offering over 2 million paid listings in 190 countries, find memorable experiences with this accommodation service!
Where to Explore
Viator – A trip advisor company, viator offers over 300,000 experiences over 200 countries, including water sports, walking tours, boat trips, food tastes tours and more! Including activities for many budgets, check out Viator!
Eat With – Experience authentic travel experiences with locals worldwide! Use eat with to book unique and intimate dining experiences, such as dinner parties in big restaurants, big feasts with a local family, cooking classes with a local and more!
Get Your Guide – Book unique (and common too!) experiences and activities worldwide, including skip the line tickets to big attractions worldwide!
Where to get Connected
Airalo – With over one million people using Airalo, it is our go to eSIM provider for our worldwide trips! Having data packs from over 200 countries, find combined area packages and deals to suit your travel style and data needs!
Where to be Protected
ETKA – Every age from 3 to 85 can buy ETKA’s travel insurance, offering multilingual 24/7 chat support, and your insurance policy within 2-3 minutes!
Our Top Traveller’s Essentials
Backpack – Osprey Farpoint 40 – This backpack is a staple amongst many travellers! Being a lot cheaper than the luxury brands, this is a quality backpack from a well known brand. It boasts quality durability, is lightweight with a great framework and is a great option for most people! This backpack has a hip strap to help carry the bag, a breathable harness strap, and comes in multiple colours!
Compression Packing Cubes – Compression cubes are our favourite packing accessory! These cubes are similar to the normal packing cubes, but feature a compression zip, meaning you can compress your clothes down… this makes packing easier, limits the space you are using, and means more room for souvenirs etc!
Powerbank – Don’t lose power when travelling! It isn’t always guaranteed to find charging ports, so we would always suggest carrying a spare power bank, just incase you do run low on power when you need it!
Universal Travel Plug Adapter – Most backpackers/travellers visit multiple countries during one trip. And that means it isn’t guaranteed you will be using the same plug head during each place. A universal plug is great as it lets you switch between each plug head style all in one item! We love ours, it has USB slots meaning multiple items can be charged at once.
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Spain’s capital boasts expansive views, elegant aesthetics, and stunning architecture. Madrid is a city full of adventure and things to do, so let us help you plan your Spanish city trip itinerary!
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Our top list of things to do in Madrid!
Sip on cocktails at Salmon Guru, one of the best cocktail bars in the world.
Walk around the city’s oldest flea market, the Rastro.
See masterpieces at the Reina Sofia.
Spend hours in the Prado Museum.
See a live flamenco performance.
Eat a picnic in Buen Retiro Park.
Have the best chocolate covered churros from Chocolatería San Ginés .
Walk around the largest working royal Palace in Europe.
Take in the views of the second-century BC Egyptian temple.
Go on a traditional Spanish tapas food crawl!
Activity Recommendations
Reina Sofía – Comprising of over 21,000 works, this museum is home to Picasso’s masterpiece the Guernica. Explore the works of Dali and so many more in this multi-narrative museum that is a must visit! Find tickets here.
Prado Museum – Explore the largest range of Spanish artwork in the world at the Prado Museum. Admire the works by Rembrandt, Dürer, Titian, Murillo, Velázquez and Goya, as you take in this beautiful gallery. Find tickets here.
Flamenco Performance – Flamenco shows are a must see when visiting Spain, so treat your senses to a full flamenco performance at this package deal where you can see a show at a usually sold-out venue of the oldest tablao (flamenco venue) in Madrid, alongside a tapas dinner.
The Royal Palace – Discover the Royal Palace and Royal collections in this full guided tour, with chances to see the royal apartments and the royal gardens. This tour comes with a private guide, and headphones for your guided tour, and is the best way to learn about this history of the palace! Find tickets here.
Spanish Tapas Crawl – Experience the original tapas crawl as you visit four different food locations in a non-touristic area of Madrid. This includes 10-12 tapas dishes, one house drink per location, and a guide for your tapas crawl! Find it here.
Places to stay
Here are some of our recommendations for staying in Madrid
Budget Traveler :
2060 The Newton Hostel – Being in the amazing central location of the Tirso de Molina Plaza, this hostel is an amazing start for your Madrid adventure! Offering 8-12 bedroom dorms, this hostel starts from only £19 a night, which is SO good for a capital location! Find it here.
Mid Budget Traveler :
Bastardo Hostel – Priding themselves to not JUST be a hostel or place to stay, Bastardo Hostel is a great mid budget option, offering both dorm and private accommodation, to suit a variety of budgets. They have breakfast options, rooms with terraces and more! Find it here.
Luxury Traveler :
UMusic Hotel Madrid – This 5 star hotel is an amazing luxury travel option to create the most unforgettable Madrid trip! Boasting a sun terrace with pool, a restaurant, fitness centre and prime location, this is a hotel to remember! Starting from £250 a night, this is the hotel to build memories! Find it here.
Have you done any of these things?
Would you add anything else to this list? If you have been previously, what is your favourite thing to do? And if you haven’t been, what is your most idolised thing to do?
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Costa Rica is a location that is worth the hype. From plenty of animal experiences and encounters, to endless greenery and stunning beaches, Costa Rica is a gem of Central America and is a place to add to your bucket list!
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Our Bucket List top list of things to do in Costa Rica
Visit an ethical animal sanctuary
Sip on a coconut on a white sand beach
Explore endless beautiful waterfalls
Adrenaline seek at the Monteverde Tarzan Swing
Learn about coffee at a coffee farm
Visit the amazing national parks
Zipline through the cloud forest
Go on a night tour to find frogs and snakes!
Learn about sloths and ethical animal tourism at a conservation centre
Embrace surf culture in Santa Teresa
Activities we recommend!
Many of these recommended bucket list things can be found broadly around Costa Rica, some are more specific! We will link some of the opportunities below so it’s easier for you to check them out!
Ziplining Tour in Monteverde
Complete with guide, equipment, and pickup- experience this amazing tour from £56. Find it here.
Tarzan swing and Zipline experience
Visit the Aventura Park in Monteverde, and do a Tarzan swing of 148 foot height! Find this exciting experience here.
Surfing in Santa Teresa
Never surfed before? Meet your instructor on the beach, with all the necessary equipment to start this new skill! Find the lessons here.
Rescate Wildlife Sanctuary
Visit the place that helped us fall in love with Costa Rica, this animal sanctuary is one of the biggest in Central America, and does so much towards animal conservation! Check it out here.
Coffee and Chocolate experience
Learn at a family farm how coffee is made, with opportunities to try samples in a small group! Find it here.
Places to stay
We would love to share as many as we can, but unfortunately we wouldn’t be able to fit recommendations for every place! We will include a few options for some staple hotspots in Costa Rica!
Here are some of our recommendations! We will only be including hostels this time, however, please let us know if you would like to see more location-based recommendations for any style traveller!
San Jose
The Selina chain has finally opened a branch is San Jose! With options for every traveller, this hostel has shared and private rooms (and even camping space), co-working space for us digital nomads, an on site restaurant and more! What’s not to love! Find it here.
La Fortuna
Hot springs calling your name? La Choza Inn has it’s own free hot springs river, with breakfast included… and its only 15 minutes away from the famous Arenal Volcano. This is a great budget hostel, with it only costing around £12 a night! Find it here.
Manuel Antonio
Teva Jungle Hotel and Hostel is a eco hostel boasting acres of forest with plenty of hiking opportunities! Being only a short walk from the commercial area of Manuel Antonio, rooms only start at £10 roughly a night in shared dorms, with the option of private rooms too! Find it here.
Santa Teresa
Zeneidas Surf Garden; it’s time to surf, chill and rewind! This hostel is the only beach-based hostel in Santa Teresa, offering BBQ nights, yoga, surf lessons and so much more! From only £18 a night this is such a great find! Check it out here.
Puerto Viejo
Located in the centre of Puerto Viejo, El Clan is the place to be! This hostel offers a pool, with many social areas – make the most of your travels! There is both private and shared rooms; however, dorms seem to be booking quick so check this out sooner rather than later! Dorms are only 6 per room which is great for those not wanting to be surrounded by too many other people! Find it here.
Have you done any of these things?
Would you add anything else to this list? If you have been previously, what is your favourite thing to do? And if you haven’t been, what is your most idolised thing to do?
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Known as a main hotspot in Spain, Barcelona is well known for a variety of things! From a massive football club, to beautiful grand buildings and delicious food, this city is bursting with life and things to do!
Being a seaside city, Barcelona can be a great summer destination to enjoy dining, exploring and relaxing in a stunning European city!
You can be a boujee traveler and stay at massive 5 star hotels, or find a budget route for those wanting to spend a little and explore a lot!
Check out our bucket list collection of things to do in Barcelona, from expensive activities to free things to do and see! Enjoy!
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Our top list of things to do in Barcelona!
Visit the Sagrada Família
See the Foods at Mercat de la Boqueria
Catch rays at the beach
Walk around the Picasso museum
Eat traditional paella
Wander the gothic quarter
Eat tapas with friends and family
See the views at the Park Guell
Visit the wonders of Gaudi throughout the city
Shop at Passeig de Gracia
Places to stay
Here are some of our recommendations for staying in Barcelona
Budget Traveler :
Generator Barcelona
For the budget traveler, we have found a hostel for around €37 a night in dorms, with stunning views of the Sagrada Familia! Find it here
Hostelle
This women only hostel is a great find at only around €20 a night in dorms! We understand some don’t like being in mixed dorms so this is a good option! Find it here
Mid Budget Traveler :
Catalonia Atenas
Boasting a rooftop pool in a prime location, this hotel is a great option for those willing to pay a bit more for a mid range Barcelona cost. At roughly £130 a night, you can relax in luxury for a slightly cheaper cost than some other Barcelona hotels! You can find it here
Chic & Basic Velve
Serving daily buffet breakfast, with a terrace at the top of this hotel, it is a great mid range option! This modern hotel boasts some 1950’s decor for an interesting mix and beautiful place to rest from your busy days! Check it out here
Luxury Traveler :
Gran Hotel La Florida G.L Monumento
Experience world-class treatment at a 5 star hotel offering city views over Barcelona. Starting from around £230 a night, this hotel has spas, swimming pools, panoramic views, with multiple bar to try Spanish foods! Find it here
Claris Hotel & Spa GL, a Small Luxury Hotel of the World
Offering a rooftop pool with stunning views over Barcelona, this hotel boasts beautiful artwork in a stunning building to immerse yourself in the best luxury experience. From around £275 a night, this is a spot to experience the best of accommodation in this Spanish city. You can find it here
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As travellers, Aimee and I have highlighted many… and I mean many places we both want to travel and explore. I mean for me it’s every country in the world, and Aimee’s isn’t far off! So, we tasked ourselves to find the top 3 countries we would like to visit in Europe.
As I am working full time, it is hard to plan many trips throughout the year, and we really are limited to picking and choosing when, and most importantly where, we go to maximise the time. So, creating this Blog doesn’t only help you learn more about some European countries (and get your tastebuds tingling for more travel), but also helps us work out how we can plan our trips/holidays for the year!
Below we have detailed 3 top locations each in Europe, with the reasons why we are looking to visit each spot. Our aim for the year is to try and tick off one place from each list!
Jack’s List
Iceland
First up on my list is Iceland. I think the country speaks for itself to why it was on our list. There are so many things to do! From whale watching, to swimming between tectonic plates, to waterfalls, riding snowmobiles and so much more! The list is endless on things we want to do here.
Funny story: during the end of lockdown and covid-19, Aimee and I spontaneously booked a 4/5 day trip to Iceland and we had a plan to try do everything we wanted here. I mean what’s not to love about the place! However, due to money constraints and work issues, we were unable to get on that plane. This leaves Iceland as the country “we almost went to” which makes me want to go even more!
One of the main issues with Iceland I have noticed is the cost of travelling in Iceland. From research, it seems to cost a lot more than your average cost around Europe which over 4/5 days can stack up to a pretty hefty cost!
Even with all this, the country has so much to offer, and has been on my to do list for some time now. As a lover of Astronomy, nothing excites me more than the Aurora Borealis. It’s something I saw when I was younger, and I have been fascinated by ever since. I couldn’t think of anything better than laying in the middle of nowhere, at night, marvelling at the sky. This is also a reason I want to visit Morrocco and do the same in the desert – this is a story for another blog!
The lagoons are picturesque and so beautifully placed in the natural lava fields; a place to relax which is completely different to anywhere else in the world. We would normally find a beach and enjoy the heat from the sun, but here… no! It’s naturally heated pools from lava. It doesn’t get better than that!
All in all, it’s a country that is probably top of my list and one we plan to visit within the coming years. It’s a difficult one to plan as the itinerary is likely to require at least a week in the country so we would need to save ALOT to afford this trip.
However, this trip for me is a once in a lifetime holiday, one that I would recommend to anyone so for me, it is so worth it!
Switzerland
Now, Switzerland for me is a rogue one. From choosing a cold country like Iceland, to a cold country in the Alps, it seems like I don’t like the warm (not true). Switzerland is a country that seems to fall under the radar for a lot of people, and certainly looks beautiful no matter where you visit there.
There are 2 main reasons why Switzerland is included for me..
1 – is the beautiful countryside and astonishing views you get with the lakes and mountains. I truly believe that I could live in some of these locations- and no matter how sad I am, the view could change my mood. Aesthetically, it seems like one of the most beautiful parts of Europe and one I do not want to pass up on. Also, it’s important to note how beautiful some of the towns and buildings are!
The 2nd reason is because I have always wanted to try skiing or snowboarding. I hate the fact that I am 25 and still haven’t experienced it yet. The Alps seem like the perfect place to experience this to the fullest! I mean I could of chose a few countries in this region that have amazing Skiing and drop-dead views!
Greece
I have visited Greece before.. Well, some of the islands (that have been amazing and so fun in their own right). But mainland Greece is on this list for a whole different reason.
Mainly, I want to visit mainland Greece to learn more about the history, and to visit the old ruins that have stood for thousands of years. I have visited Rome to see the Colosseum and local ruins which was something I really enjoyed. And I want to do the same with Greece!
Greece has a rich history but unfortunately a lot of the structures have been destroyed through historic battles, or natural erosion over the years. However, there are still ancient buildings such as the Acropolis (which is such a great monument).
The Greek people have always been kind and fun to be around, and the food is to die for! Tzatziki, Souvlaki & Gyros are some amazing foods which I love to eat when in England so when we travel to Greece, it will be at the top of my list to try and experience! I love trying new foods, so visiting Greece for this reason is exciting! Also, with it being on the mediterranean, the fish and fresh foods will be so worth the trip.
Greece has so much to offer, from the ancient history to beautiful islands and warm waters, to yummy foods – it’s definitely a place I can explore for weeks and never get bored.
Aimee’s list
Italy
Italy is a place I have wanted visit since I was young. The food alone is enough to draw myself to the country… as some of my favourite food is pasta and pizza! I literally cannot get enough of it! A creamy carbonara is my favourite.. but imagine how nice it is from Italy! Going here would just be us eating pasta and pizza, with Jack drinking Italian wine, what’s not to love?
The country has so many regions that speak to me. Rome and it’s architecture. Florence and it’s artwork. Milan and it’s fashion! The Amalfi coast too?!
I feel like each area of the country is divided into different experiences, and would be the perfect place to travel for months as it would feel like you are entering new countries for every city you visit.
One thing for sure is the buildings ad architecture is something that I have admired across Europe, and something I definitely want to marvel at in Italy. There are so many picture-perfect spots in Italy, places to just wander and find little niche shops, whether it’s fashion, food spots, gelato parlours, you name it. There’s so much to explore round every corner, and is a place I do not want to miss out on.
Albania
A beautiful mediterranean country which I have only recently discovered. Everyone knows about Greece, Italy, and some of the local islands in south Europe but many do not mention Albania- and I’m unsure why!
From research, the cities are colourful and scenic with spectacular views. It has a perfect balance of luscious countryside’s, picture-perfect beaches and traditional cities which are just awaiting to be explored. There is such variety in the country- each day can be so different from the next.
It is also known to be such a friendly place with some amazing architecture and markets which are perfect to explore in the cities.
There aren’t many countries that offer such variety when visiting and therefore it definitely deserves a spot on my list, and a country I cannot wait to visit!
Turkey
This has been a place close to my heart since I was little. It was a popular place for my family to visit which we met locals that I have been friends with for years. However, I never really explored the culture/city side of the country. It would usually be sun, sea and all-inclusive holidays!
Since getting older, I have learned a lot more about the rich history in Turkey, and it has made me fall in love with the country more. Istanbul is a city full of adventure, beautiful stories and markets, which I can only dream of exploring. The architecture and religious mosques are stunning and something I would love to witness when visiting.
As I have been Turkey many times, I have had the pleasure to eat many local dishes which always taste as good as the first time I tried it. A particular favourite being the sweet treat baklava! Something on my bucket list would be to find local street markets and delve into their culture and cuisine to immerse myself into such a beautiful country.
When writing this blog, we really had to evaluate many countries as there are many, we dream of visiting which weren’t included into this list. We honestly could sit here for hours researching, writing, and daydreaming of being in all these countries. That’s why they call it a dream!
I mean this is just a little snapshot of our reasons to why these places are the top of our lists and many other travellers. Sometime in the future – hopefully soon – we will be writing about our experiences in each of these countries and how AMAZING each one of these were! But for now, let’s just dream of being there.
A few honourable mentions that just missed out on this list are Croatia, Germany, Poland & Estonia!
We would be interested to learn any countries that are a MUST DO for us in the future! Please let us know your top 3 countries to visit in Europe are!!
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