Travel Bucket List

56 places I want to go, distilled from 125 travel reels I couldn't stop saving. Spin the globe, hover a pin, open the guide.

The field guides

Every guide below was built from reels saved on Instagram: transcribed, sorted by place, and rewritten as practical notes. Richest first.

Eat & ExploreSan DiegoA collection of San Diego finds, from hidden speakeasies and Michelin-list burgers to golf courses, cocktail bars, and Coronado sweets, pulled together from saved Instagram spots.9 reelsHidden GemsChicagoA collection of hidden gems, standout restaurants, and cozy cafes across Chicago's neighborhoods, gathered from saved Instagram finds.8 reelsCity GemsNew York CityA saved collection of NYC spots covering top-rated burgers and sandwiches, hidden gardens, rare bookstores, art galleries, cozy cafes, and a unique private cinema experience.8 reelsFjord Road TripsNorwayA synthesis of saved reels covering campervan road trips, fjord villages, and Norway's best hikes, from Bergen and the western fjords up through Lofoten, Andøya, Senja, and Nordkapp.8 reels · route guideHidden BarsMadridMadrid rewards the well-prepared visitor with hidden cocktail dens, historic dining rooms, neighborhood breakfast gems, and a nightlife scene that doesn't get going until midnight. Here's what's worth seeking out.5 reelsAlpine CollectionSwitzerlandA collection of Alpine adventures across Switzerland: dramatic ridge hikes, turquoise lakes, cliff-jump swings, and scenic drives, drawn from saved travel reels.5 reels · route guideSun RoadGlacier NPA guide to driving the iconic Going-to-the-Sun Road and soaking in Glacier's peaks, lakes, and meadows, plus a few practical notes on timed-entry permits and scenic detours worth the stop.3 reelsFull ItineraryJapanA blend of first-hand restaurant finds, a first-timer's Shinkansen itinerary, and couple's-trip highlights to help plan a well-rounded Japan trip.3 reels · route guideNomad TreksKyrgyzstanA guide to Kyrgyzstan's dramatic alpine scenery, nomadic culture, and multi-day trekking routes, drawn from saved travel reels covering itineraries, photography routes, and guided tours.3 reelsReinebringenLofotenA rugged Arctic archipelago of jagged peaks, deep fjords, and turquoise waters, best explored on foot, especially during the long daylight of the midnight sun season.3 reelsTrek & DrivePatagoniaA practical guide to trekking and road-tripping through Chilean and Argentine Patagonia, covering Torres del Paine, El Calafate, El Chaltén, and the surrounding glaciers and peaks, based on saved itineraries and scenery notes.3 reelsLocal EatsTokyoA collection of local recommendations, hidden gems, and practical advice for exploring Tokyo's food, nightlife, and neighborhood culture.3 reelsCave RappelsVeracruzA mix of adrenaline-pumping cave rappelling, hidden waterfalls, and wildlife-filled camping grounds make Veracruz state a standout for outdoor adventure in Mexico.3 reelsAlpine LakesWashingtonA road-trip-ready guide to Washington State's alpine lakes, national parks, and epic day hikes, synthesized from saved travel notes.3 reelsFood SceneAustinA foodie-focused guide to Austin, blending fusion cuisine, barbecue, coffee, and Caribbean flavors based on saved recommendations.2 reelsAvatar MountainsChinaA whirlwind mix of cyberpunk-modern cities, mist-covered karst peaks, and lantern-lit ancient towns: here's what's worth seeing, based on saved travel notes.2 reelsHighway 395Eastern SierraA mega road-trip guide to California, blending a full-state 30-stop loop (desert, mountains, redwoods, and coast) with a deep-dive itinerary along scenic Highway 395 through the Eastern Sierra.2 reelsTemple HoppingKyotoA blend of maple-lit temples and bespoke craftsmanship: here's what to see and do in Kyoto, based on saved travel notes.2 reelsVan LifeSouth IslandA month-long van life road trip through the South Island hits dramatic fjords, alpine hikes, glaciers, and turquoise lakes. Here's what to see and do.2 reelsGranite TowersTorres del PaineA quick guide to the dramatic granite peaks, turquoise glacial lakes, and standout stays of Torres del Paine, based on saved travel clips.2 reelsParks RoundupU.S. National ParksA guide to the USA's national parks and scenic road trip routes, based on saved travel notes covering park highlights and iconic scenic drives.2 reels · route guideParks Road TripWyoming & MontanaA budget-friendly national parks road trip through Wyoming and Montana, linking Grand Teton, Yellowstone, and Glacier National Parks with scenic drives, hikes, and geothermal wonders.2 reels · route guidePanorama TrailYosemiteA quick-reference guide to Yosemite's trails and waterfalls, drawn from saved trip notes covering both the classic Panorama Trail and the quieter Hetch Hetchy Valley.2 reelsMountain StayAmatlánA small mountain town outside Mexico City, home to at least one striking architectural gem worth seeking out for a stay.1 reelArctic IslandAndøyaA remote island in northern Norway known for dramatic coastal cliffs, turquoise bays, tundra landscapes, and endless midnight sun adventures.1 reelDesert SunsetsArizonaA quick guide to Arizona's iconic desert scenery, built from saved travel notes.1 reelLos ArquitosArroyo SecoA remote gem in Querétaro's Sierra Gorda, Arroyo Seco is home to Los Arquitos, a turquoise river paradise with ancient aqueduct ruins, best enjoyed with a bit of planning and an eco-conscious mindset.1 reelSalt LagoonsAtacamaA high-altitude desert oasis in northern Chile, famous for turquoise salt lagoons, lunar landscapes, geysers, and volcanic views.1 reelIcefields ParkwayBanff & JasperA quick-reference guide to exploring Banff & Jasper National Parks, built around the legendary Icefields Parkway connecting Lake Louise and Jasper.1 reelGolf ResortsBelekA bucket-list destination for luxury, all-inclusive golf getaways, Belek pairs championship-caliber courses with 5-star beachfront resort living.1 reelMountain LoopColoradoA week-long Colorado mountain road trip from Denver to Garden of the Gods, packed with hikes, scenic drives, and national park stops, best done between late June and early October.1 reelCanyon RailsCopper CanyonA quick guide to exploring the Barrancas del Cobre (Copper Canyon) region of Chihuahua, Mexico, from scenic train rides to high-adrenaline zip-lining.1 reel80-Mile TrekCordillera HuayhuashA quick guide to Peru, built around one standout high-altitude trekking adventure.1 reelSacred ValleyCuscoCusco and its surrounding Sacred Valley offer a mix of iconic Incan ruins, high-altitude treks, colonial city streets, and a thriving food scene. Here's a synthesis of everything saved for a 7-day (or longer) trip.1 reelCoastal SailingDalamanA small collection of notes on sailing and coastal exploration around Dalaman, Turkey.1 reelHut to HutDolomitesA 6-day hut-to-hut hiking adventure through the Dolomites, from Venice arrival to a steep final descent into Agordo, all bookable independently to save on guide costs.1 reelLinks GolfEnglandA golf-focused itinerary through England's premier clubs, from Sunningdale near London to the stacked links courses of the Kent coast.1 reelSea CliffsFaroe IslandsA dramatic, wind-swept archipelago of cliffs, sea stacks, and fjords, compact enough to explore fully in one week, with no drive longer than 45 minutes.1 reelAlpine HikesGrand TetonA quick-hit guide to hiking and practical logistics in Grand Teton National Park, built from saved trail notes.1 reelBakery CrawlGuatemala CityA quick guide to Guatemala, built from saved travel notes, currently focused on some standout bakery spots to try.1 reelSea TurtlesHawaiiA quick guide to exploring Hawaii's underwater world, built from saved travel notes.1 reelClifftop GolfHawke's BayA dramatic stretch of New Zealand's North Island coast, best known here for its world-class clifftop golf and luxury lodge stays.1 reelElite GolfHongcheonA small but useful peek into Hongcheon's high-end golf scene, based on a saved video about Korea's most expensive golf club.1 reelKarakoramHunza ValleyA land of hidden turquoise lakes, sprawling glaciers, and towering snow-capped peaks in northern Pakistan's Hunza region.1 reelNightlifeIbizaA quick guide to Ibiza's legendary nightlife scene, based on firsthand club rankings.1 reelEdo StreetsKanazawaA less-crowded alternative to Kyoto, Kanazawa pairs well-preserved Edo period architecture with fresh coastal seafood and one of Japan's most beautiful gardens, all just 2.5 hours from Tokyo.1 reelOeschinenseeKanderstegA practical guide to hiking the alpine trails around Kandersteg, built from saved travel notes.1 reelCafé StopMonterreyA quick guide to Monterrey, built from saved recommendations, currently featuring a standout café spot in the Roma neighborhood.1 reelLost World TrekMount RoraimaA remote frontier region centered on Mount Roraima, the ancient tabletop mountain shared by Brazil and Venezuela, offering a multi-day trek into a truly lost world.1 reelVolcano TrailsMt. RainierA quick-reference guide to exploring Mt. Rainier National Park, built from saved travel notes.1 reelVolcano ViewsMt. TaranakiA quick, practical guide to exploring the alpine landscapes around Mount Taranaki, based on saved trip notes.1 reelOtherworldlyOregonA road-trip-worthy state packed with otherworldly landscapes, from basalt canyons and alpine lakes to desert salt flats and mossy waterfalls.1 reelJackson to BanffRockies LoopA epic road trip guide covering the Rocky Mountains from Jackson, Wyoming through Yellowstone and Glacier National Park, into the Canadian Rockies of Banff and Yoho: a scenic, lake-and-mountain-filled loop of roughly 1,000+ miles.1 reel · route guideClifftop StaySerifosA small Aegean island guide built from saved travel notes, currently featuring a standout clifftop stay.1 reelAdventure TripsSierra GordaA quick guide to the adventure destinations of Querétaro's Sierra Gorda region, based on saved travel notes.1 reelDragon TreesSocotraAn undiscovered tropical paradise in the Arabian Sea, Socotra offers otherworldly dragon's blood trees, pristine beaches, freshwater wadis, and dramatic dunes meeting the sea, all with minimal crowds and warm local hospitality.1 reelCoastal LinksTe ĀraiA world-class golf destination on New Zealand's North Island coast, where championship links courses meet dramatic coastal scenery.1 reelCanals & ClassicsVeniceA quick look at two very different sides of Italy: classic canal-side Venice versus alpine luxury in the Dolomites.1 reelVolcano GolfVestmannaeyjarA remote volcanic archipelago off Iceland's south coast, where dramatic crater landscapes, a legendary 1973 eruption, and a resilient island community come together in one of the world's most unique golf destinations.1 reelProkletije AlpsVusanjeA remote alpine village tucked into Prokletije National Park in northern Montenegro, offering Dolomites-level scenery with a fraction of the crowds and cost.1 reelSierra to CascadesWest Coast LoopA grand West Coast road trip route running from the Sierra Nevada up through the Cascades, covering national parks, volcanic peaks, alpine lakes, waterfalls, and coastline across California, Oregon, and Washington.1 reel · route guideAurora HuntYukonA remote-Yukon escape built around floatplane travel, fall colors, and hunting the northern lights.1 reelOlpererhütte HikeZillertal AlpsA quick reference for exploring Austria's alpine scenery, built from saved travel notes.1 reel