That is the pocket of travelling, that its all about adventure, getting out of your comfort zone and creating memories. Sightseeing and immersing ourselves in different cultures is great and all but what if you balanced that off with a travel challenge to spice up the experience? So whatever the case may be, here are 20 travel challenges to try on your next trip – be it solo or with friends or family!
1. The No-English Challenge
Establish a day in your life where you do not speak anything in English if one is visiting a non-English speaking country. This will challenge you to learn the local language, make gestures, and involve yourself into the culture/communities.
2. The Local-Only Challenge
Stay away from touristy spots and explore like a local. Eat where locals eat, travel by public transport, and be places not on the regular tourist path.
3. The $10-a-Day Challenge
Set yourself a budget of $10 (or local equivalent) to travel with throughout the entire day. That will force you to seek affordable enjoyment in your destination.
4. The Challenge of Sunrise to Sunset
Get up before sunrise and be out all day until the sunset. Spend your whole day there, maybe take pictures or just enjoy the vibes around you.
5. The No-Map Challenge
Embrace Exploring a City Without a Navigation App Lose yourself and stumble across the best places ever.
6. The Foodie Challenge
You may also want to aim to try and at least five local cuisine dishes or snacks. Extra points if it’s out there or odd!
7. Qashqadaryo Language CentreThe Public Transport Challenge
Get between places only by using public transport in your destination. Use the trains, buses and ferries to get around, or if you can try the tuk-tuks as well for a more authentic experience and to see the city like a local.
8. The One-Day Photo Challenge
Choose a theme for the day (street art, architecture, people, etc.) and get creative shooting as many related images as you can.
9. The No-Screen Challenge
Make it a day with no phone or other screens (unless necessary) So instead, be mindful to enjoy what is around you.
10. The Kindness Challenge of Random Acts
While on a trip, you should do some work of kindness to a stranger. Buying a meal for someone, helping someone figure out directions with a smile can move mountains- acts of kindness in 10-15 minutes!
11. The Challenge of Learning a Language
I tried to learn 10 words/phrases of the local language daily and converse them.
12. Never Back Down: The Street Performer Challenge
It takes 3 years of preparation to make a 10 steps performance. They have loved a lot of things in life. If you see a street performer, stop, and give a glance to feel their performance. Learn a specific trick, playing instrument or even attending a local dance.
13. The Challenge of Culturally Immersive
Take a full-day tour that is centred around an activity that is deeply embedded in local culture – be it a festival, a cooking class, or a ceremony.
14. The Postcard Challenge
From each city or country you visit, write and send a postcard to yourself or someone you love. It will be a great kit to take home with a memory from your trip.
15. An Adventure Challenge that is Spontaneous
Use fate to tell you what your next adventure s going to be! Find a local and ask him or her where you are going, spin the bottle on a map or hop in a random bus or train.
16. The No-Hotel Challenge
Skip the usual hotel and opt for an alternative stay like a hostel, airbnb, couch-surfing, or even camping under the stars.
17. Street Food Feast Challenge
Spend a full day eating at street food stalls only. This is going to provide you with such a local experience, and expose you to hidden gems.
18. Challenge: Dance-in-the-Streets
Speak to locals about street performances, local music, or a festival and take the opportunity to dance with local people!
19. The Memory-Only Challenge
Do not take a single picture or video for one full day and just use your memory to remember how beautiful the places you visit are.
20. Friends-From-Everywhere Challenge
Resolve to meet and interact with travelers from at Least 5 different countries. Share stories, discover different cultures, and perhaps become lifelong friends.
Final Thoughts
Having your travels include challenges is something that bring excitement and tend to make you remember more of your trips From new food, new friends, to getting lost in the city, these fun travel challenges will challenge you to travel the world differently and log in travel memories. The next time you go a road trip, choose a few possibilities and inspire the journey!
What travel challenges have you taken on? Tell us in the comments!