Celebrating the big 5-0 and don’t know where you want to spend it? The rule of thumb is go somewhere you want to go. After all, it’s your birthday and you’ll party like you want to. Looking for a few ideas? How about one of these destinations?
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San Antonio River Walk
You know what they say in Texas, “Go Big or Go Home”? We bet that you won’t want to go home when you visit the San Antonio River Walk, which is a network of walkways along the banks of the San Antonio River, one story beneath the streets of San Antonio, Texas. There’s never a dull moment at the San Antonio River Walk. You can fill up your vacation with how much there is to do here:
Best destinations for 50th birthday celebration for men
It’s your man’s big 5-0 and there are plenty of great locations to take him to celebrate:
Las Vegas: What happens in Vegas stays in Vegas, but he will want to tell everyone about his birthday celebration when he gets home from Sin City.
The city is more than just slot machines and showgirls – although that’s a pretty fun way to spend a birthday too. The birthday boy can get his race on with a luxury car speed racing experience. Forget a midlife crisis, he can take a two-hour adventure driving a Porsche, Mercedes, Ferrari or Lamborghini around the track for five adrenaline pumping laps.
Elephant sanctuaries of Chiang Mai
In the city of Chiang Mai in Northern Thailand, there’s a rescue mission going on to save and nurture elephants. According to Mother Nature Network, elephants are disappearing at an alarming rate. Poachers killed 100,000 African elephants for their ivory from just 2010 to 2012 and roughly one of every 12 African elephants was killed by a poacher in 2011 alone. There were around 1.3 million African elephants alive in 1980. In 2012, there were only an estimated 420,000 to 690,000 elephants left.
Oktoberfest in Montreal
You don’t have to travel to Germany to enjoy Oktoberfest because, for nine days in October, Montreal, Canada will host their own version of one of the most popular festivals in the world.
The original German Oktoberfest is the world’s largest beer festival that is held for more than two weeks in Munich, Bavaria, Germany, from mid or late September to the first weekend in October. Millions of people attend the event, which is an important part of Bavarian culture. There are many versions of Oktoberfest around the world, including this one in Montreal.
Tulip time in Holland Michigan
If you think you have to hop a plane and head over to Europe to smell the tulips, think again. The Holland, Michigan area is home to almost five million of the beautiful flowers, planted all around the city and over 100,000 bulbs are planted each year at Windmill Island Gardens.
Spring break getaway in Williamsburg
Spring break getaway in Williamsburg Virginia including staying at the Williamsburg Inn
Looking for a spring getaway that has something for the entire family? Then consider Williamburg, Virginia.
Go back in time at Colonial Williamsburg and stand on the same grounds that Thomas Jefferson, Martha Washington, and James Madison once stood. Learn how life was back in those days, take carriage rides, and take a tour of the area. Those with some backbone might even enjoy the after-hours ghost tours.
SpeedVegas racing experience in Las Vegas
If you have the need for speed, Las Vegas is the perfect place to get your fix. This fast-moving town is home to an even faster speed racing experience where you can drive a luxury car of your choice. Can you picture yourself behind the wheel of a Porsche, Mercedes, Ferrari or Lamborghini? Of course you can, so buckle up because at SpeedVegas Racing Experience, you will drive one of these cars for an adrenaline-pumping five lap ride that you will never forget.
Hiking in Acadia National Park in Maine
Home to the tallest mountain on the Atlantic Coast, many hikers like the challenge that is Acadia National Park. Located in Maine, Acadia National Park has 47,000 acres and more than 120 miles to explore. Don’t worry. You don’t need to be an expert hiker in order to tackle these trails. There are some for the beginners and families who just want to take a stroll to the more advanced trekker. Here are just a few that you can try while you are there: