Photography Bucket List Destinations & Guides

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This page is a photography bucket list of incredible places, events, and adventures worth capturing.

Think of it as a central hub of inspiration, linking to detailed guides and photography resources to help you plan the shot when the adventure begins.

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Bucket List Hikes for Adventurous Photographers

Some hikes aren’t just about reaching the summit. They’re about the view waiting at the end of the trail.

These bucket list hikes combine adventure, epic scenery, and unforgettable photography opportunities.

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A hiker chest deep in green water with rock formations straight up in Zion

Featured Bucket List Hikes

Photogenic National Parks

National parks are some of the most spectacular places photographers can explore.

As a full-time RVer and photographer, I live for national parks and I want to help you discover these bucket list photo opportunities.

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A mermaid looking over Yosemite Valley from Glacier Point

Featured Parks

Islands & Beaches for Photography

I wouldn’t be a mermaid if I didn’t have some tropical vibes. And luckily, islands and beaches offer some of the most dreamy photography settings in the world.

These destinations combine dramatic landscapes with vibrant ocean colors and unforgettable sunsets.

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A mermaid with a blue and orange tail laying on a beach in Haiti

Featured tropical Adventures

More Bucket List Categories

Not every bucket list is for everybody. That’s why I’ve divided bucket lists up into categories and you can decide which one is best for you!

Mountain Adventures

Driving Pikes Peak Highway: What To Expect & How to Photograph it

Driving Pikes Peak Highway? Discover the best stops, photo tips, and safety advice for capturing this epic Colorado mountain drive.

The Broadmoor: Explore Colorado’s Most Luxurious Resort

Ready to check something off your bucket list that is luxurious and filled with nature! Welcome to the Broadmoor resort in Colorado Springs!

Great Sand Dunes: Ultimate Guide for Your Bucket List

Get ready for the most in-depth bucket list guide to the Great Sand Dunes National Park…straight from a Colorado local and adventurer!

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Beach Adventures

Best Bali Adventure Tours for Adrenaline-Junkies

Discover the best Bali adventure tours! Get ready for adrenaline-packed experiences in this tropical paradise—without breaking the bank!

The Ultimate Guide to Visiting the Pink Beach in Komodo, Indonesia (+Podcast)

Ready to relax on a pink beach in Komodo? In this guide and podcast, we will talk about how to get there, what to do, what to pack, and more!

Is Fiji Worth the Monster Price Tag?

Ever wondered what Fiji is all about? And if it is worth your bucket list (and the price tag)? Let’s find out in this podcast episode!

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Water Adventures

How to Dive and Photograph the Great Barrier Reef

Ready to take the plunge into an ultimate mermaid fantasy? The Great Barrier Reef is without a doubt worthy to be on your diving bucket list!

Rafting Tully River: Your Next Bucket List Adventure

Get ready for an epic outdoor adventure to check off of your bucket list if you are visiting Australia! Let’s go rafting on the Tully River!

Cruise in Halong Bay: Your Bucket List Guide

Are you ready to conquer the magnificence that is Halong Bay? Let’s talk about the best way to do it – taking a cruise!

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City Adventures

Wandering Tokyo in a Kimono: A Cultural Adventure Guide (+ Photo Tips)

Experience Tokyo in a kimono with this cultural adventure guide. Tips, best locations, and photo ideas for capturing unforgettable memories.

The Ultimate Guide to Universal Studios Rides and Which Ones to Add to Your Bucket List

Get ready for the ultimate theme park experience at Universal Studios! Join me as we lay out the best rides to add to your bucket list!

Islands of Adventure: A Bucket List Ride Guide

Universal’s Islands of Adventure is brimming with rides that need to be added to your bucket list! Here is your ultimate ride guide to help!

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Extreme Adventures

Skydiving on Your Bucket List: Everything You’ll Learn

It’s one of the most popular bucket list items to date! Here’s what to expect when crossing skydiving off of your bucket list!

My Honest Bungee Jumping Review (Plus Adventure Photography Tips!)

Curious about bungee jumping? Here’s my honest review plus essential adventure photography tips for capturing the drop!

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Snow Adventures

A Bucket List Guide to Heli-Hiking Fox Glacier

Hiking? Great. Hiking a glacier? Better. Hiking a glacier with a helicopter? WOW! Add heli-hiking Fox Glacier to your bucket list today!

Christmas Bucket List: Travel Edition

Get ready for the ultimate travel Christmas bucket list! From festivals to festive hotels you won’t be disappointed this holiday season!

15 Benefits of Adventure Tourism That Will Change Your Life and Your Photos

Discover the many benefits of adventure tourism and how it can improve your physical, mental, and emotional well-being.

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