Every trip a woman should take before she hits 40

Did you know, 40 is the new 20? All of which gives you even more time to check these 12 must-do vacations off your travel bucket list. Ready, set…go!

-- AN HONEST-TO-GOD CAMPING TRIP

Hear us out, She Who Only Sleeps on Silk Sheets. You need to at least try camping (like in a tent…with a sleeping bag) once in your life to know if it’s absolutely not for you.

-- A ROADTRIP

Load up the car, break out the map and queue up the playlist.

-- A EUROPEAN ADVENTURE

Buy a EuroRail pass, then take the train around the continent--and feel like you’re living in another era.

-- A GIRLS' TRIP

It doesn’t matter if you’re in Paris, France, or Paris, Texas. As long as you’re with your besties, this trip will be a memorable one.

-- AN ADULT VACATION WITH YOUR PARENTS

Turns out they’re a lot less annoying when you’re not in the back seat asking “Are we there yet?”

-- A ROMANTIC GETAWAY

Even if he turns out not to be the one, you should take one whirlwind vacation together.

-- A SOLO VACATION

Yes, it’s intimidating. But we promise that there’s nothing more liberating than going somewhere completely alone. (Think of it this way: You'll never face a fight over what to do next!)

-- A LUXURIOUS GETAWAY

Save your money. Shell out for the seaside-facing room and seriously treat yourself. C’mon. You’ve earned it.

-- AND THEN SOMETHING BARE-BONES

Go backpacking. Stay in hostels. Eat at roadside stalls. Heck, go a few days without showering.

-- AN ANCIENT LANDMARK

You know, like the Egyptian Pyramids or Stonehenge. Then marvel at how darn old and crazy the world is and how many amazing things happened before you got here.

-- SOMETHING THAT TOTALLY SCARES YOU

Like bungee jumping, or sky diving or going to a country where nobody speaks English. Do it to prove to yourself that you can…and for the Instagram.

-- SOMETHING THAT GETS YOU BACK TO YOUR ROOTS

Travel to where your ancestors are from. Whether it’s a small, winemaking town in rural Italy or a fishermen’s village in Southeast Asia. Who knows? You just might find a long-lost cousin.

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The 7 best places to travel in 2016

It’s the end of the year, so we’ve got holiday getaways on the brain, but not just any old boring getaways; we’re looking for something out of the ordinary! Somewhere that will fuel our passion for travel, but hasn’t been affected by mass tourism.

These seven off-the-beaten-path places are at the top of the 2016 travel list.

GREENLAND
Next is going to be all about Greenland, which is so off the grid your cell phone probably won’t even work! If you love the outdoors then this is the place for you, where the locals travel by dogsled and snowmobile, plus the first-ever Arctic Winter Games will be held in Greenland in March.

BAVARIA, GERMANY
Bavaria has a vibe that will remind you of the Sound of Music. The region has breathtaking scenery, an easy-going feel and a charming culture. Tour the world-class galleries in Munich, and then enjoy beer with the locals – this is by far one of Germany’s best states.

RIVIERA NAYARIT, MEXICO
In 2016, visit the part of Mexico that is free of tourists. Riviera Nayarit is the home to the surfer town of Sayulita, which is the perfect snapshot of what many think is authentic Mexico. Along the streets, you’ll find amazing foods, like fish tacos and beaches that have some of the best waves.

BOTSWANA, AFRICA
Awash with national parks, Botswana is great on a high or low budget, in the dry or green season. This destination is suitable for you whether you are an adventurer or not, but be warned: it won’t remain undiscovered for long, so book a flight now!

KAUAU, HAWAII
Looking for beauty and adventure? Add the Hawaiian island of Kauai to your itinerary. Not only is it the oldest of the main Islands, it’s also the greenest because of its lush rain forests and gorgeous vegetation.

KOTOR, MONTENEGRO
This Mediterranean is beautiful from every single angle. Travel in the city walls and sip coffee, munch on warm bread and stroll along the maze of alleys and paved paths. Better still, the cruise ships have yet to overwhelm, so get to Kotor before they drop anchor!

PALAU
This is a prime spot for underwater lovers that enjoy snorkeling, diving or just exploring the deep blue sea. Loads of wreckage from the war still remains scattered throughout the islands, so you can explore while you scuba dive. The coolest spot is Jellyfish Lake, where a subspecies of jellyfish travel across the water in a repeated daily pattern.

From the beautiful Mexican beaches to the undiscovered Palau islands, these seven destinations are the places to be in 2016.

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