Top 10 things to do before you turn 30

To celebrate our 30th birthday in 2009 we scoured continents, recalled countless travel memories and searched collective experiences to come up with an amazing list of 30 journeys around the world to discover before you hit the fabulous milestone of 30! To crack this list down to the Top 10 we have you, or travellers, discoveres and friends to thank for voting - we hope your choice made the final list! Our Top 10 travel experiences are a must-do before you end up trying to relive your youth DJ-ing at your grandkids birthday parties, so get out there and tick off the Top 10 and make your grandkids proud!

Pyramids in Egypt

#1

Don't miss the Pyramids in Egypt with our cheap and flexible travel options around the Middle East.
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Big OE to London

#3

An OE to the UK is something every New Zealander needs to tick off before they hit 30. More on Big OE

Full Moon Party

#5

Held every month, the Thailand Full Moon party on Koh Phangan is not to be missed!
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Tour Europe

#7

A tour around Europe is a must-do for any traveller! Paris, Rome, Barcelona the list goes on... and on.
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Party in Rio de Janeiro

#9

Shake your booty at Carnival in Rio de Janeiro for the ultimate festival experience - held every February.
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Party in Vegas

#2

Lose a night or three in Las Vegas on the world famous strip - anytime of the year, day or night!
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Hike the Inca Trail

#4

Join over 400,000 others this year and trek the Inca Trail to explore Machu Picchu.
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Road trip USA

#6

Nothing beats a road trip through the States - head along the famous Route 66. More on USA

Big 5 Africa

#8

Spotting the Big 5 in the wild on a true African safari is an unforgettable adventure not to be missed.
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Discover NZ

#10

There's no place like home, so make sure you've explored New Zealand as well as ticked off a bungy!
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