My sister and brother-in-law moved to Brussels last spring. Ever since then, my travel adventures seem totally lame. When I'm excited to go to Nashville or Destin for the weekend, they always
one-up me and casually comment that they're going to Greece or Portgual or Prague. It must be nice.They are currently celebrating their 1-year anniversary in Egypt, cruising down the Nile River. I didn't even know you could cruise down the Nile, but apparently, you can and it's a very popular choice for vacationers in Europe.
Stephanie and I have talked for years about how we love the pyramids (in Egypt, not Memphis) and want to visit. So we've planned that when we turn 40 (tragically, only 13 years from now) we are going on our trip to Egypt. I would imagine we will do all the touristy stuff and then find the local watering hole and spend the evenings drinking Egyptian beer (if there is such a thing), even when we are 40.
In addition to Egpyt, here is my top ten list of places I want to visit:
1. South Africa - Lions, and tigers, and bears, oh my! OK, so really just lions and tigers, and giraffes and monkeys. I love animals, so seeing wild ones in their natural habitat (not the Memphis Zoo) is definitely a goal of mine. Plus, South African resort hotels look pretty nice.
2. Australia - G'day mate! Let's put another shrimp on the barbie! All Outback Steakhouse and Foster's beer aside, Australia has always seemed like such a chill country. I'd like to spend a few days in Sydney and then tour the outback with some hot Aussie and hang out with kangaroos.
1. South Africa - Lions, and tigers, and bears, oh my! OK, so really just lions and tigers, and giraffes and monkeys. I love animals, so seeing wild ones in their natural habitat (not the Memphis Zoo) is definitely a goal of mine. Plus, South African resort hotels look pretty nice.
2. Australia - G'day mate! Let's put another shrimp on the barbie! All Outback Steakhouse and Foster's beer aside, Australia has always seemed like such a chill country. I'd like to spend a few days in Sydney and then tour the outback with some hot Aussie and hang out with kangaroos.
3. Germany - Guten Tag! I've got German blood, and I want to connect with my heritage. Germans are notorious for being uptight, organized, efficient and experts in cars, infrastructure and beer. Sounds like my type of people. I might actually fit in with the locals (versus Italy or China - look at the freaky tall blond girl!), and their history fascinates me. Aside from the whole Nazi thing, I am proud to be German. If only I was related to Steffi.
4. Scandanavia - Norway, Sweden and Copenhagen, while frigid in the winter time, have some of the most beautiful sights in the summer. I also love the history of the Vikings, which I think started the first time I ever rode the Viking Adventure (basically, an indoor log-ride) in Norway at Epcot. The Viking lifestyle - big ships, trendy attire, weapons, and basically an "everything belongs to me" attitude has transitioned into a modern country full of tall, blond people (yes!).
5. The Mayan Ruins of Mexico - I have only been to Mexico once (a short stop on a cruise ship in Cozymel) and my interest in Cancun decreases as each year goes by, but I am sure the Mayan Ruins are a sight to see. You can combine a trip to the beach with a visit to the one of the oldest historical sites in the world. It's kind of like the Pyramids - there is something about being from what seems like another lifetime that's intriguing.
6. Auschwitz - Again, my love of the darker side of history is working here. A co-worker of mine went and she said it was life-changing. While extremely depressing, it also gives you a full-on, close-up idea of just how bad it was. I don't think any of us can imagine. I have also read books on Hitler, not because I like him, but because I am fascinated by how one man wreaked all this havoc on a specific population. Auschwitz may not be the Disneyworld of vacations, but I'd imagine it's worth the trip.
7. South America - More specifically, Brazil and Argentina. I don't know much about South American culture, so I don't have much to say, other than I know it has beaches and rainforests. And naturally, I'd go when it's football season. Not NFL, but the football that we call soccer.
9. Monaco - Monaco is full of wealthy (and probably stuffy) Europeans, and home to Monte Carlo, an upscale city full of money and casinos. You can go to the Horseshoe in Tunica, or you can go to the Monte Carlo Casino, where I like to think it's like being in a James Bond movie. It's on the water, not to mention there is no state income tax there. I'd go for the Monaco Grand Prix, the most demanding Formula One track.
10. Greece - When I think of Greece, I think of perfect blue water, white buildings and kabobs. Greece has a storied history, and for you mythology freaks, is the mothership. From the real Parthenon (not the one in Nashville) to the Acropolis, there is more than enough to quench my thirst for a rich history. From what I hear, it's best to go anytime except summer - too hot!
So there you have it. Not sure when I'll get to check these off the list, but hopefully before the 40th birthday. To contribute to the Bridget and Stephanie's 40th Birthday Trip to Egypt, simply mail us a check.
5. The Mayan Ruins of Mexico - I have only been to Mexico once (a short stop on a cruise ship in Cozymel) and my interest in Cancun decreases as each year goes by, but I am sure the Mayan Ruins are a sight to see. You can combine a trip to the beach with a visit to the one of the oldest historical sites in the world. It's kind of like the Pyramids - there is something about being from what seems like another lifetime that's intriguing.
6. Auschwitz - Again, my love of the darker side of history is working here. A co-worker of mine went and she said it was life-changing. While extremely depressing, it also gives you a full-on, close-up idea of just how bad it was. I don't think any of us can imagine. I have also read books on Hitler, not because I like him, but because I am fascinated by how one man wreaked all this havoc on a specific population. Auschwitz may not be the Disneyworld of vacations, but I'd imagine it's worth the trip.
7. South America - More specifically, Brazil and Argentina. I don't know much about South American culture, so I don't have much to say, other than I know it has beaches and rainforests. And naturally, I'd go when it's football season. Not NFL, but the football that we call soccer.
8. Dubai - While it may be in the huge area that most Americans are afraid of, Dubai is more modernized than US cities and is where Europeans with money go when they vacation.
And really, who builds skyscrapers like this? They have great cuisine, hot nightclubs, camel racing, high fashion, and tax-free shopping!
9. Monaco - Monaco is full of wealthy (and probably stuffy) Europeans, and home to Monte Carlo, an upscale city full of money and casinos. You can go to the Horseshoe in Tunica, or you can go to the Monte Carlo Casino, where I like to think it's like being in a James Bond movie. It's on the water, not to mention there is no state income tax there. I'd go for the Monaco Grand Prix, the most demanding Formula One track.
10. Greece - When I think of Greece, I think of perfect blue water, white buildings and kabobs. Greece has a storied history, and for you mythology freaks, is the mothership. From the real Parthenon (not the one in Nashville) to the Acropolis, there is more than enough to quench my thirst for a rich history. From what I hear, it's best to go anytime except summer - too hot!
So there you have it. Not sure when I'll get to check these off the list, but hopefully before the 40th birthday. To contribute to the Bridget and Stephanie's 40th Birthday Trip to Egypt, simply mail us a check.
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You've even been to Wheeling, WV. You are a woman of the world.
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