Like most people, I cannot simply leave behind my family, work, and responsibilities. So I measure and plan constantly, trying to squeeze my dream trips into every holiday or rare opportunity that appears.

Although it is a compromise, it still enriches my life and keeps my heart alive.

There is something meaningful about carrying dreams alongside ordinary life.

Even a short journey can become a reminder that life is bigger than routines, deadlines, and obligations. Sometimes a few days away are enough to recharge the soul and bring back a sense of curiosity.

A bucket list is hope written down.

It reminds us that even in the middle of routines, deadlines, bills, and responsibilities, there is still room for wonder. There is still room to grow, explore, and surprise ourselves.

My Bucket List:

1)      Salkantay Trek and Machu Picchu in Peru, Pampas Tour and Dead Road Biking in Bolivia

2)      Visit Xian to Tibet by train, overland tour to Everlast Base Camp

3)      Travel to Mexico and Guatemala

4)      Visit Egypt by trains and cruise in Nile River

5)      Walk Camino de Santiago from Portugal 

6)     Travel around Balkan Countries by buses and trains 

7)     Overland tour around South Africa (Nambia, Botswana, Zimbabwe)

8)     Visit Scandinavian in winter to see Aurora, Reindeer, and try dog-shedding

9)     Visit Sri Lanka

10)    Visit Iran