JSD's Bucket List!

The best thing about having friends who love to travel is it just one of the many things that unites us! No we are not all the same, but when it comes to travel it's easy to agree or find common interest. So it was a pretty fun task when we decided to come up with our bucket list of places we would like to visit!

Joy

Thailand

"The photos I've seen of Thailand just take my breath away! Every traveler has had an amazing experience. Just to experience the culture, lifestyle and interact with locals would make this a good trip I'm sure!"

Activity- Sailing around Phuket or going to Chiang Mai for Lantern Festival

 

Rekia

Iceland

"With Iceland, you get good scenery making for gorgeous photos and the famous Blue Lagoon! To be able to just relax and enjoy my surroundings sounds like paradise."

Activity- In water Massage at the Blue Lagoon

 

Tiffanie

Philippines

"When I was in college, I had a coworker who was from the Philippines. She talked about how beautiful it was and it's plentiful beaches. Ever since, the Philippines has been on my list---history, culture, and of course beaches!"

Activity- Snorkeling at Boracay Beach

 

Vanessa

Bali

"Life can get hectic sometimes; that's when you need a good place to just unwind and relax. Bali is on my list because it would be the perfect retreat from everyday stresses!"

Activity- Boutique Shopping and Visiting Local Museums

 

 

Some other places on our list

*Cuba

*Amsterdam

*Morocco

*Hong Kong

*New Zealand

 

What are some top destinations that are on your bucket list? Do you have any tips on travel to the above destinations? We'd love to hear from you!

 

 

-JSD

 

Wanderlust Wednesday! Festival Edition

Spring is finally in session and that usually means an abundance of festivals! Who doesn't love a good festival?! With the beginning of spring there will be tons of festivals to attend between now and later on in the year, so let's dedicate this Wanderlust Wednesday to Festivals!

I could festival everyday!



Holi Festival

Known as the Festival of Colors, this ancient Hindu religious festival is primarily observed in India and Nepal. Depending on how you want to celebrate Holi (from traditional rituals to modern day dance parties) that would determine where in India you could celebrate Holi. What is so great about Holi, is that while it is a religious festival, it has been celebrated by people of all religious backgrounds, uniting people from all over the world. JSD would head to Delhi, so we could attend the Holi Moo Festival!

Afropunk Paris

Afropunk is not only an annual music festival but it has been noted as a cultural movement. New York times has described it as one of the "most multicultural festivals in the US"! Since 2008 it has been traditionally held in Brooklyn. As of 2015 it had expanded to Atlanta and for 2016 it is heading to Paris, France. What a way to experience all this festival has to offer- music, culture, empowerment and fashion! Most of all, you get to enjoy it this year in one of the most visited cities in the world.

Afropunk Fashion

Coachella

 The Coachella Valley Music & Arts Festival (Coachella) is sure to be on any ultimate festival lover's bucket list. Held annually in April in California, this music festival features several genres such as rock, indie, hip hop, and r&b. You can expect to hear performances from major artist and see some hip fashions from the attendees. Where to stay for Coachella? If you want the ultimate post-college living experience, you can choose on-site camping!

Love a good matching set!

Essence Festival

The Essence Music Festival is an annual music festival held every year in New Orleans. Essence has announced that it is expanding the festival to Durban, South Africa! Talk about amazing! Durban is South Africa's third largest city and has some beautiful beaches along what is called the Golden Mile. While you're not attending the festival, you can take a stroll along the beach or visit some of Durban's many attractions like the uShaka Marine World or one of their many museums and local restaurants. A stay at the Beverly Hills Sun Intercontinental wouldn't be bad either!

Beverly Hills Sun Intercontinental Durban

 Festivals are an adults playground---we never want them to end! What festivals do you have your radar for 2016?

-JSD

Spring?! Not yet...think warm thoughts!

Well it's not spring yet---but it sure doesn't hurt to wish/pretend it was! Just think...warm temperatures at about 80 degrees, cool blue waters, nice white sandy beaches, and a cool Margartita in hand are all we need to take the winter blues away! So why not start planning your spring vacation now! With spring break coming in the next month or so--hotel rooms will be going fast, flights will be EXPENSIVE, and roads will be jammed pack headed south to the beaches.

Don't have any plans yet but want something affordable & fun without the crowds?

-Cruises are the perfect getaway! All meals/drinks are included and you get to check out more than one place!Orbitz.com has deals great deals for cruises! Never used orbitz.com before? It's ok, I book flights/hotel rooms through orbitz, and I know they have great deals!

So what warm & sunny place do you have in mind? Are you & your friends planning a spring break trip?

-Tiffanie