When you hear people talk about the prime of your life, they usually tell you it's during your 20s. When someone lies about their age, they usually pick a number somewhere in the 20s. And when you hear about major life events, they mostly take place in your 20s. That's a whole lot of pressure for an age group who already has enough pressure figuring everything out and adjusting to the adult life. Sometimes what 20-somethings crave above all else is to escape from all the pressure and just figure the world out by exploring new parts of it. I am a firm believer that you discover yourself while discovering new places. So what better time to take advantage of that than right now while you're in your 20s, while you're still young, able and have little to no responsibilities. Scrimp and save and make these 20 destinations your ultimate bucket list, in no particular order:
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If this view doesn't tell you how unbelievably gorgeous this place is, then watch
Mamma Mia or
Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants. Never will you see such clear-blue water!
2. London
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All
One Direction fan-girl hopes aside, this really is the most charming place between the accents and architecture.
God bless the queen, am I right?
3. Paris
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Because if Audrey says it's a good idea, you don't need any more convincing.
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Times Square times ten. This city is all about the technology, cute culture (kawaii), and just really cool, unique food.
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Tropical Paradise... Elvis Presley. Need I say more?
6. Ireland
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From the lush landscapes and castles to the accents and beer, there isn't a luckier place to be!
7. Norway
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I mean who would't want to see
Aurora Borealis over the Fjords while on a boat and wearing a viking hat (or Elsa dress)? But really, this country has such incredible and wondrous natural beauty!
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The Taj Mahal alone is worth a trip to India, but their culture and cuisine are just as breathtaking!
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One of, if not
the best ways of travel that really shows that it's not about the destination, it's about the journey!
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Germany has come a long way as they have rebuilt a new reputation along with their charming and grand architecture. There is so much history in this country that will leave you with a newfound sense of gratitude of life and compassion for others.
11. Disneyland
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No travel bucket list is complete without visiting the happiest place on earth!
12. Walt Disney World
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But of course, you also need to visit the most
magical place on earth, because it's so much bigger (and debatably better)—including the castle!
13. All the international Disney Parks
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I mean while you're at it, you might as well make it your goal to visit all the Disney Parks around the world! Tokyo Disneyland, Disneyland Paris, Hong Kong Disneyland, and the newest that just opened this year, Shanghai Disneyland!
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This unique and enchanting city is unlike any other between the architecture and jaw-dropping amount of bicycles and canals!
15. Canada
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It has something for everyone, whether you love the city or the countryside. Some of the most breathtaking nature views are found in this wonderful country of maple, moose and J-Biebs.
16. Italy
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The ultimate place for not only historical art and architecture, but also FOOD. This is what dreams are made of.
17. Australia
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The opera house, the accents, the kangaroos, and of course, P. Sherman 42 Wallaby Way, Sydney.
18. Spain
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Your inner 8-year-old will thank you for strutting down the streets of Barcelona.
19. Bora Bora
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You know you've already pinned it on Pinterest several times, not to mention that it doesn't even look
real it's so beautiful.
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Because who wouldn't love to go on an African safari to observe wildlife in their natural habitats?
