Bucket List Ideas- Bring It On!

Be it through indie coming-of-age movies, or through young adult romance novels- each one of us have heard of the term ‘Bucket List’. Bucket lists are basically lists of things, experiences, or places that a person wants to explore. They consist of adventure sports, trips, things that the person hasn’t tried before, and in general, anything that will make good memories. These bucket lists are a huge part of pop culture and are a reminder to go experience the things that you always desire, because if you let it slip out of your hand, it may not return again. Let’s see some amazing bucket list ideas that would make your life worthy of its own masterpiece film.

Bungee Jumping
Some people would say that bungee jumping is a pretty common bucket list idea, but it is deservedly so. It is a very exciting and, in a way, enlightening activity. When you go bungee jumping, there is a strong nylon rope tied to your ankles and you stand at a considerable height from the ground. The most interesting part is that you are pushed off the platform and for a few seconds or minutes, you fly through the air with the bliss of freedom, while being assured that your landing/return will be safe. It’s like reaching into a different world while knowing that you will return safely. Most people describe it as cathartic, and especially rejuvenating when done around a beautiful scenery or greenery.

Bioluminescence in Water
Bioluminescence is the phenomena where bioluminescent aquatic creatures come from the ocean, upwards, towards the surface. And when waves and human movements interact with these organisms and planktons, they glow and let out a radiant blue colour. This beautiful reaction makes it look like the water is bejeweled and sparkling, especially when in contrast with the darkness of the evening. This phenomenon does not occur in all beaches, but it can be enjoyed in San Diego, Japan, Hong Kong, Goa, and multiple other locations. It is an otherworldly experience and looks magical.
Go On A Safari
A multitude of forest locations, deserts, and zoological parks are known for their most intriguing and exciting activity: The Safari. In a safari experience, the group of people visiting the location are taken around the natural habitats of wild animals. This way, the visitors get a good view of the glorious animals, while maintaining their distance and safety. The animals also can walk about freely, without having to be in a cage or enclosed space. It is a marvel to look at the raw, natural interactions that these animals share. Also, the thrill of travelling in a high-speed jeep makes you feel like the host of an adventure show. The landscapes you can see are also majestic in every sense.

Making a Pen Pal
‘Pen pals’ is a beautiful concept that captures the lovely essence of human connection- one that develops despite all distances and obstacles. In the age of the omnipotent internet, this method of writing letters, or e-mails, preserves the simplicity of human interaction. It does not involve forwarding popular media content or such. It is based on the personalities of the two people, their genuine thoughts and feelings; which is much more organic and much less shallow like typical externally-driven conversations. You could also see their homeland through their eyes and learn about different paths of life. It is a great way to be social and reach out to the world outside.

Solo Travelling
Many people shy away from the idea of solo travelling, solo trips, or even solo dates. Solitude does not equal loneliness, and people should understand this perception because spending time by yourself enriches many aspects of your life. It can be a great method to learn more about yourself and adapt, learn from, and appreciate the perspectives of different people. Always being in the company of other people can blur or distort our own personal ideologies and beliefs. The experiences that you go through alone- trying to decode the map of a new city, or running towards a bus, or exploring a unique cuisine; along with a little help from locals around you- these are the ones that shape your qualities. Find out who you really are, separated from the characteristics you gained from other people… and have some real, refreshing, revolutionary fun in the process.

We all live limited lives, with more limitations than that of time. But to break free from them, to truly breathe a breath of fresh air… it is liberating and exhilarating. This is exactly what happens in the process of ticking off a bucket list- discoveries, learnings, and memories pop up. It is an amusing way of celebrating and cherishing life. So, what’s the next item on your list? Go conquer it fearlessly, or, well, with courage enough to defeat that fear.