"Thirty things to do before you're 30" (No. 15, 16 and 17)

Right... so in case you missed my earlier to posts- I'm ranting on this article, which tells you the thirty things you must do before you're thirty. Obviously, I'm having a bit of a tough time- not because I've passed their so called cut off (i.e. thirty and old) -- but because the article sets out to suggest that once you're thirty you've lost your life (energy, singledom, and sense of adventure).  Shame on this writer. She must be a young twenty something.

No.15 Wallow in Mud South Korea- What are the changes- something that's on the list, and actaully in a country where I find myself presently living. Bad news is... I'll be thirty -one. Just one year over this so called age limit.  I plan on having loads of fun rolling around in the mud. Plus, they say the minerals in the mud are good for your skin. The Boryeong Mud Festival starts in July- and I'll be sure to tell you all about it.

No.16- Get in a Food Fight Italy/Spain- I guess that scene a couple of years back doesn't quite match up. I've been to Italy-- but I'll make it to Spain to throw wine at other people ( let's be honest-- I'd probably just end up licking it off most passerbys). The article explains that the people in Spain mark St Pedro's day by deluging everyone in sight with wine in the Battala del Vino.  Pouring wine on people sounds like my kind of good time- no matter how old you are.
 

No. 17 Stay in style (on a budget)-  So I totally agree with the contributor.  Staying in hostels is a must do before your thirty and if you haven't struck gold before you're 35, I'd say it's still alright to still check out a stylin hostel (just make sure you've reserved a private space). Hostels are kind on the wallet- put pack a pretty punch of young twenty somethings slumming it.  If you can still handle a room with 8 bunk beds- by all means indulge. 

 

In Surfer's Paradise, if you're over thirty  and are willing to hostel it- here's my suggestion: Surf N' Sun Beach Side Backpackers-- but take the private apartment for only a few dollars more.  It houses four people, and are way out from the 6 and 8 dorm rooms--

 

 

If you're headed to Sydney and you're over thirty- I can tell you that Wake Up Sydney Central was a pleasant experience. The hostel was decked out in high style- this is one place I highly recommend.  Great service, staff and a haven where your age doesn't  matter. 

Thirty things to do before you're 30 (No. 5, 7, 9 and 11)

Still going through the list from this article (and still somewhat offended that the article suggests that these should be done before you've turned thirty. It also goes on to state that your "Your under-30s are one of the few periods in life when you're likely to have spare time to see the world." I could seriously scream. Okay, moving on...


No. 5 Hit a Nudist Beach in Greece/ Florida/Croatia - I most definitely want to hit up Greece, and I've been to Florida but the top thing on my list is NOT to go to see a whole buncha people naked. I'd rather see Santarini full of clothed people, thanks. The article suggests that the twenty year olds are in their prime, and that they should just strip and bare it all. I agree- it's one thing I really really miss about my twenties.

No.7 Find Love: Jamaica and Germany- The article boasts that the Hedonism resorts in Jamaica promise fun and pleasure. Really? After we're thirty, are we supposed to stop wanting that? Please. And just so you know, one day Ill make it to the Love Parade-- who wouldn't want to indulge in some techno and receive free condoms. Sign me up but only until I hit 35- then I think I will actually be too old.

No. 9 Celebrate the end of your singledom in South Africa- ( I'd really like to punch this writer in the face-- are we saying that once we hit 30 we should have already tied the knot?) I'll be celebrating my singledom with a the longest happy hour right in the comfort of my home. And ... when it finally comes to end- I won't be making my way to South Africa. Guaranteed.


No.11 Get on a sandboard Arentina/New Zealand  Well this wasn't exactly in the same place, but I say Australia is just as good (if not better). I can actually say that I did this on my 31st birthday (technically I was still thirty at the time I flew down the sand hill).  Yes! That's me on the left!! What an awesome thrill- and if you can make it to either place. Do it- even if you are over 30!!

Thirty things to do before you're 30 (No. 1 and 6)

Scanning the web last week, I came across an MSN article titled,  "Thirty things to do before you're 30". Obviously the curiosity became the best of me, and now that I've officially been 31 for a little over a month, I wanted to see just what this was about... and really to see how many of these things I have done!

The article highlights the lack of ties in your twenties- and lays out a list of things to do before you're thirty (i.e. old). The article's author, Cathy Winston an MSN Travel contributor catches the readers' attention boldly:

" Looking for travel inspiration? These high octane breaks make the most of youthful beauty and energy – while they last ... before you're 30, you tend to have the energy and disposable income - no kids - to see as much of the world as you can."http://travel.uk.msn.com/inspiration/sun-and-sea/photos.aspx?cp-documentid=151939979

WHAT?!? I might as well have killed myself by now. I thought we had gotten over that whole thirty equals old bit. I don't have children, or ties ( I didn't realize there was  still a stigma to do this before thirty) and have been living my life just as free and energetically as the twenty year olds. Okay, griping aside- the article showcases some amazing travel destinations. I've done  a few and plan to add a few more to my life list. I won't go through the slew of them, but I will make some snide comments in some blog posts.

No.1- Amsterdam Dance Event:  I've hit some pretty good parties in my life and I don't think the glow sticks are ready to be put away just yet.  I've seen some of the best dj's around and danced to the hardest house and trance. I don't care if you're 20-30 or even 50, you can always dance the night away. But I just may have to check this out in the next decade.

 

No.6 - The World Body Painting Festival :Austria  Okay- who knows if I'll ever make it to Austria- but I can say that I've seen an International  Body Painting Festival right here in Daegu, Korea before I was thirty! 

I wonder if you've seen one body painting festival... have you seen them all? I think that goes without saying... but maybe I'll see Austria for some of its other fabulous features.