19 travel goals to accomplish before you turn 35

Firstly, set your own travel goals for this year. The number of goals doesn't matter, and you don't need to worry about your age. Just know that achieving your self-set goals, the sooner the better, always brings incredibly amazing emotions.

If you haven't made a list of places to go, things to do, destinations to visit,... you can refer to the 19 travel goals below, shared on the Nomadicmatt.com blog.

1. A safari trip in East Africa

This is one of the most exciting travel journeys in the world, however, this trip should only be undertaken if you have a travel plan with a group of friends.

2. Hike on the Inca Trail

Even if until now simply climbing a few stairs leaves you breathless, you should still give hiking on this ancient Inca trail a try, to reach the new wonder of the world, Machu Picchu. The journey will offer you an experience more enticing than ever before. It can be said that the Inca trail has always been the dream journey for adventurers.

3. Watch the World Cup

If you're a passionate football fan, then the World Cup is a grand feast you shouldn't miss. If you missed the 2014 World Cup in the beautiful country of Brazil, then start planning to travel to the capital city of Moscow, Russia, to immerse yourself in the vibrant atmosphere of the 2018 World Cup!

4. Spend 4 – 5 months traveling South America

Traveling in South America, exploring the continent located in the western part of the Southern Hemisphere of the Earth, starting from the south of the Panama Canal downwards. In recent years, there has been an increasing number of Vietnamese tourists traveling to countries in South America, most notably Brazil, Peru, Argentina...

5. Visit the South Pole once in a lifetime

Here, you'll witness firsthand the adorable penguins, the icy rivers, and the friendly whales.

6. Spend a month in the Seychelles

The Seychelles is known as a travel paradise in the Indian Ocean, with its granite rock beaches and legendary landmarks. So why not spend some time in your life traveling here?

7. Camp on the peak of Everest

This might be a truly challenging feat, but what if you only have one life to live? Prepare and embrace whatever happens in the journey of conquering yourself.

8. Cruise along the Amazon River and explore the tropical rainforests

The majestic Amazon River, running through the dense forests of 9 South American countries, is home to over 400 indigenous tribes. You can admire the wildlife while kayaking along the riverbanks, stopping at Amazon tributaries to swim with pink dolphins, piranhas, and many other species.

9. Witness the Northern Lights

One of nature's wonders is the Northern Lights, and not everyone is lucky enough to see them once in a lifetime. The aurora borealis is most prominent in the Northern Hemisphere around September and October. Nature enthusiasts often head to northern countries like Norway, Sweden... in Europe or Alaska in the US to marvel at this magical light.

10. Experience the Trans-Siberian Railway – the world's longest railway route

The Trans-Siberian Railway is the world's longest railway route, taking passengers from Moscow to Beijing or Vladivostok, spanning 8 time zones. The journey takes 1 week if non-stop, with fares typically ranging from 600 – 1,000 USD.

11. Sail to explore the Pacific Islands

Sailing to explore islands is never an easy journey. However, nothing worthwhile is ever easy.

12. Spend a week at Borobudur to uncover the meaning of life

Borobudur, the world's most unique Buddhist temple, is on the list of humanity's important heritage sites, always an unmissable destination for any traveler setting foot on the lush island of Java in Indonesia. Standing at 42m tall, with a clearly defined 3-layered structure symbolizing the Three Realms in the realm of Ta bà, including Kamadhatu (Desire Realm), Rupadhatu (Form Realm), and Arupadhatu (Formless Realm), Borobudur temple resembles a giant lotus platform, concealing countless profound philosophical insights of Buddhism.

13. Trek along the Camino de Santiago trail

Also known as the 'Way of St. James', the Camino de Santiago is a famous walking trail leading to the cathedral of Santiago de Compostela in northern Spain.

How to get to the Camino de Santiago trail: Best times are in May, June, or September. But avoid going in July and August – when many Europeans go on vacation. Start at the port of St. Jean Pied, fly to Paris, Biarritz, or Pamplona and take a train to get there.

14. Marvel at the ancient city of Petra, Jordan

When mentioning Jordan, one cannot ignore the legendary ancient city of Petra, recognized as a World Heritage Site in 1985 and described as 'one of humanity's most valuable cultural assets'. Many have visited this place and returned with stories more amazing than ever.

15. Visit the North Pole and 'chat' with... Polar Bears

Plan a trip to the North Pole to see these amazing creatures before they go extinct.

16. Spend three months in India

Because India is so vast and has so many interesting things to explore that if you only stay here for a short period, you won't harvest anything, and it might even be a meaningless trip.

17. Explore the world of French wine

French wine is the birthplace of the global wine industry, with many different levels and large grape-growing regions found nowhere else.

18. Sail on the Caribbean Sea

If you ever get the chance to explore the Caribbean Sea, you'll discover some of the hottest islands here. Among them, the Bahamas archipelago with 700 small islands is an ideal tourist destination for beach lovers, for couples.

19. Visit Morocco

If you enjoy Moroccan cuisine (a delicate combination of vegetables, fruits, rare and fragrant spices, very tasty fish and meat...), are impressed by the magnificent Kasbah houses (UNESCO recognized World Cultural Heritage in 1987), and love riding camels in the desert,... then this is the country you should visit.

By Nomadicmatt.com

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Reference: Travel guide from Mytour