20 Places Everyone Should Visit In Their 20s

Whether you’ve finished uni, are taking a gap year, a sabbatical – or simply love to travel whenever you can, there’s certain places you need to see in your twenties.
From the far corners of South East Asia, to the coolest cities in Europe, roughing it in the depth of South America or taking in the amazing terrain of Australasia, here’s our definitive list of 20 places everyone should visit in their 20s.
First up, it might seem quite an obvious choice, but watching the sunset over this world famous rock, Uluru in Australia, is a photo opportunity that has to be done!
 

 
And whilst you’re over that side of the world, then no visit to Australia is complete without a visit to the incredible Kakadu National Park, to take in the incredible landscape and nature.
 

 
Delving further south, Castlepoint in New Zealand’s Wellington is a must see for its dramatic formation caused be sea erosion. 

Image by Michal Klajban
Next on our bucket list is the beautiful Indonesian island paradise of Bali so you can really experience Indonesian culture and island living…

 
Chiang Mai night market, Thailand, has to be experienced whilst on your travels. Here you can explore real Thai culture in all its glory including, of course, the fantastic cuisine.

For those of you heading off the beaten track, high in the mountain ranges of Kazakhstan in Tian Shan at an altitude of about 1900 meters above sea level, you’ll find this incredible lake that was formed by a mountain collapse and earthquake in 1911, now known as Kaindy Lake.

Image by Jonas Satkauskas
Somewhere you’ll never forget as long as you live is the so called Door To Hell in Turkmenistan. The door to hell is a natural gas field that has been burning continuously since its discovery in 1971.

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45 km north of the town of Farafra, The White Desert in Egypt – also known as Sahara el Beyda – is a national park in Egypt. It is here that you will see the giant chalk rock formations that have been formed by the desert winds over thousands of years.

 
Yet another stunning natural wonder, Pamukkale in Turkey has to be seen to be believed. This natural site in Denizli Provence, southwestern Turkey has hot springs – despite it’s icy appearance, and is formed from terraces of terraces of carbonate minerals left by the flowing water.

Image by Michael Frey
Home to some of the most varied birdlife on the planet is the incredible Lake Mono, California, USA. It is thought to have formed at least 760,000 years ago and is formed from high levels of salt.

 
If city life in the States is what you’re after then no travel diary is complete without experiencing Manhattan. New York is famous for its New Year’s Eve celebrations, broadway and incredible shopping. If you’re headed here, then don’t pack!

 
Every February, Rio Dijanero is the only place to be as the world famous Rio carnival takes place – a celebration that has inspired the world.

 
Whether you’re partying the night away, or taking in the incredible architecture and amazing cuisine, Barcelona, Spain is the perfect weekend away for those looking to dip into the Spanish urban culture.

 
Heading over to the South of France? Why not journey to the foot hills of the Alps and experience the alpine lifestyle of Entreveux and its intrepid waters and hilly landscape.

 
Known for its underground scene, art and music are the thing of Berlin, Germany. So to dance the night away to incredible sub genres, lose yourself to this hedonistic city.
 
 

 
Sail around Croatia’s exquisite coastline, dive into the crystal blue waters and party on the beaches as well as onboard!

Heading over to the African continent, a hike up Table Mountain, South Africa is a must, and for those who are brave enough – a bunji jump is one for the photo album!


 
Journeying down the east of Africa, Uganda presents a wealth of wildlife including chimpanzee’s and gorillas.

 
Discover the vast lakes and forests of Canada, where you can spot some of the world’s rarest marine life – including whales.
 

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Possibly the most spectacular sight to behold on the planet, the northern lights in Iceland should be on everyone’s bucket list as they’re just magical.