Some experiences are worth the splurge. These luxury bucket list ideas are for those moments when you want to treat yourself to something truly extraordinary — first-class flights, private tours, five-star resorts, and once-in-a-lifetime indulgences.
Luxury Hotels & Resorts
- Stay in an overwater bungalow in the Maldives
- Book the Burj Al Arab in Dubai
- Stay in a luxury safari lodge in Africa
- Sleep in an ice hotel in Sweden or Finland
- Stay in a castle hotel in Ireland or Scotland
- Book a private villa with an infinity pool in Bali
- Stay at the Plaza Hotel in New York City
- Book a treehouse resort in Costa Rica
- Stay in a glass igloo in Finland under the Northern Lights
- Book the presidential suite at a five-star hotel
First-Class Travel
- Fly first class on an international flight
- Fly in a private jet
- Take a luxury train journey — Orient Express or similar
- Charter a private yacht for a day
- Take a helicopter tour of a city or landmark
- Ride in a Rolls-Royce or Bentley
- Take a seaplane to a remote island
- Go on a luxury cruise through the Mediterranean
Fine Dining
- Eat at a 3-Michelin-star restaurant
- Take a private cooking lesson with a celebrity chef
- Go on a wine tour in Bordeaux with private tastings
- Dine at a restaurant with a legendary view
- Have a private chef cook for you at a villa
- Attend a multi-course omakase dinner
Exclusive Events
- Attend the Monaco Grand Prix
- Get VIP access to a music festival
- Attend the Wimbledon finals or US Open
- Go to Fashion Week in Paris, Milan, or New York
- Attend the Academy Awards or a major film premiere
- Get courtside seats at an NBA game
Luxury Adventure
- Go heli-skiing in the Canadian Rockies
- Charter a sailboat in the Greek islands
- Take a luxury African safari in a hot air balloon
- Go on a private guided tour of a national park
- Take a private tour of a museum after hours
- Go diving on a private charter in the Maldives
Wellness & Spa
- Book a week at a luxury wellness retreat
- Get a treatment at a world-famous spa
- Do a private yoga retreat in Bali
- Take a meditation retreat at a luxury center
- Get a bespoke suit or dress made for you