Looking forward to taking a vacation and thinking outside of the box? Good thing you live in a world full of things to experience. Life is too short to take the same vacation twice, so here are are some trips and activities that you should choose in 2019. Whether you are a solo traveler, or bringing friends and family, these vacation ideas will leave you with memories of a lifetime!

Biking, Running, Hiking and Walking Make for an Active and Adventurous Trip

Nothing beats an athletic vacation. There are so many ways to make your trip active, adventurous and full of life. Start by deciding where you are heading. Then, take a look at the opportunities nearby. Maybe there are bicycle rental opportunities or hiking trails to explore. Walking, running, hiking and biking are great ways to get a feel for a place. It also gives you exercise and puts some life into the trip!

Vacation is a time to be active in a relaxing sense. There are tons of ways that you can incorporate being active into your vacation. This will make you feel empowered and in-touch with the location you travel to.  

If you Head to a Beach, Try Surfing or Parasailing

Taking a beach trip in 2019? Think of some ways to mix it up! A chill beach trip is great, but you want to take advantage of the beautiful views and sports to be experienced! Arguably, one of the best parts of visiting the ocean is surfing. You can really have a once in a lifetime experience by parasailing over the ocean. There is no better way to get a full view of your breathtaking vacation spot.

Wouldn’t it be monumental to come back from vacation with a new skill? Sign up for some custom surfing lessons on your beach vacation. You can learn to surf, wakeboard or sail in a tropical location. Take advantage of this time by the ocean to learn lifelong skills you can use next time you are on vacation! It is all about the experience.

Bungee Jumping Somewhere Beautiful

Bungee jumping is scary, but well worth it. Imagine doing so in Scotland or New Zealand. This is an activity you will save in your memories forever. You can experience a thrill while also seeing the beauty of the country you are in. The more nature, the better. Places with great nature often have bungee jumping opportunities available. If this is something you have always wanted to try, 2019 is your time. Take control of your adventure and take the leap… literally.

Take Time to Immerse Yourself in the Culture of Wherever You Are

Wherever you might travel this year, take it as a learning opportunity. You don’t have the chance to immerse yourself in whatever location and culture you are in. You can’t go wrong with museums and other learning opportunities while on vacation. This is a time to expand your knowledge and branch out.

This is easiest to do in another country, because it is probably pretty different from where you are from. This doesn’t have to be the case. Even if you are in a new city in your country, there are things to learn about the history and culture. Being inherently interested about your travel spots will make your time that much more special. Do some research on local art, museums and history before booking your flight. Going to at least one museum per vacation is a great rule to have. This will give you some culture on every trip!

Take some risks when traveling in 2019 and remember to branch out. Adventure is waiting!