Top 10 Awesome Bucket List ideas - Telstra Media

Before you kick the bucket, there is another bucket that requires your attention- the bucket list. We have created a list of the top 10 awesome bucket list ideas that emphasises awesomeness. These ideas are designed to get you out of your comfort zone, and encourage you to experience unforgettable adventures.

Get a friend to book you a flight to a random country
Travelling to an unknown location would be the ultimate adventure. Get a trusted friend to book you a flight to a random country in the world, where you can explore alone. Make it a little more adventurous by only bringing a backpack, and buying what you need as you go. This bucket list idea will force you to be adventurous, and to literally abandon your comfort zone. Travelling alone allows you to truly discover yourself.

Join in the world's largest food fight at La Tomatina
On the last Wednesday of August every year, the world’s largest food fight is held in Bunol in Valencia, Spain. La Tomatina is where participants pelt tomatoes at each other purely for enjoyment! At no other time is throwing your food more acceptable. Relive your childhood by attending La Tomatina, and throwing tomatoes for one entire hour in one of the world’s most incredible countries.

BASE jumping at Angel Falls, Venezuela
BASE jumping is definitely one for the thrill seeking, adrenaline junkies! BASE jumping involves parachuting from a fixed position (buildings, antenna, spans and Earth). Angel Falls is the highest waterfall in the world, and one of the most beautiful. This bucket list idea is far more dangerous, and should not be attempted unless you are with a skilled and licensed group! However, imagine BASE jumping off the tallest waterfall in the world.. Your street cred would increase by tenfold.

Travel the World
This one is a little obvious.. You need to see the world before you kick that bucket. You need to explore, experience a new culture, go on an unexpected adventure and have the time of your life. You cannot do any of these things unless you travel the world. You will never be as young as you are at this exact moment, so travel the world as soon as you can! If you’re not sure where to go, our list of the ‘Top 10 Best Holiday Destinations’
 might help.

Sky Diving
Sky diving has been on almost every bucket list, and there’s a reason for that! Sky diving lets you feel like you are a bird. It will be the closest you will ever be to truly flying. The freedom coupled with the adrenaline you’d feel will be unforgettable. Therefore, it’s a must-have on everyone’s bucket list. To make it a little more extraordinary, learn to do it alone and do it in Hawaii, Switzerland or Mount Everest in the Himalayas.

Build your own personal library
This idea is one that will require commitment. It can take many years to develop a robust library with your most treasured books and pieces of literature. However, imagine your library after years of purchasing and adding books to your collection- it will be so large and beautiful, it would become an exquisite feature in any home. Not to mention, passing on your many stories to your children and their children.

Chase a Tornado
She can be very fickle but you can make Mother Nature your friend by chasing one of her mesmerising tornadoes. Tornado chasing ensures you get up close and personal with a tornado, and the incredible weather it produces. Visit Tornado Alley located in USA and chase a tornado with an expert team of chasers. Live out your dream or nightmare, just like in the movie ‘Twister’. This will certainly get you out of your comfort zone.

Bungee Jumping in New Zealand
Go bungee jumping from the Kawerau Bridge in Queenstown, New Zealand. It is a scenic paradise of mountains and lakes, which will ensure your bungee jump is an incredible experience. Take this 43 metre drop with a unique choice of leap, whether it be a dive or flip. You can add this activity to your next trip to New Zealand, or plan a trip to New Zealand to tick this off your bucket list.

Scuba Diving in the Great Blue Hole, Belize
One of the most amazing wonders of the world, the Great Blue Hole located on the coast of Belize, is a large sinkhole in the centre of Lighthouse Reef. Explore the depths of the Blue Hole by scuba diving within the 124m deep hole. Discover unique marine life and look deep into one of the most infamous scuba diving locations. You can also continue to explore the Belize Barrier Reef Reserve System by scuba diving in its other reefs. The Great Blue Hole was also voted number one of ‘The 10 Most Amazing Places on Earth’ by the Discovery Channel.

Hot Air Balloon ride in Albuquerque, New Mexico
The Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta should be on everyone’s bucket list. This festival occurs every year during October, where hundreds of hot air balloons enter the sky and showcase the beauty of Albuquerque. Whether flying with a special someone or alone, it is truly a worthwhile experience. Treat yourself and cross this off your list.

That brings us to the end of the top 10 awesome bucket list ideas. We hope you add these awesome ideas to your bucket list if you haven't already. If you have already ticked any of these off your list- well done!