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A strong and healthy relationship should be filled with wonderful experiences and wonderful memories. Certain experiences can bring you closer together or make the connection even stronger. Don’t get into a rut or get stuck in the monotony of your daily routine: go on new exciting adventures and keep your relationship exciting. A bucket list is the ideal tool for this.
What are the things you definitely want to do as a couple before you’re gone? Read on for 65 bucket list ideas and get inspiration for your own bucket list.
What is a bucket list?
A bucket list is a list of things you want to do before you die. The term became extremely popular after the 2007 film ‘ The Bucket List ‘. In the film, actors Morgan Freeman and Jack Nicholson play two characters dying of cancer. Together they draw up a list of things they need to do before they die, the bucket list.
Create your own bucket list
Now that you know what a bucket list entails, it’s time to create your own. Start by writing down things you’ve always wanted to do, but never got around to. Consider, for example, bungee jumping, traveling to Australia or learning Italian. You can of course make a bucket list on your own, but a list of things you should definitely do as a couple is even more fun.
If you’ve been together for a while, it can be easy to get into a rut. No matter how fun and healthy your relationship is, a little extra excitement is always a good idea. Sit down together and write down the activities you have always wanted to do. You can also hang the list on your refrigerator and constantly write down things that come to mind. If you stay together forever, you’ll have more than enough time to check off all the things on your bucket list.
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65 bucket list activities for couples
Can you get some inspiration for your relationship bucket list? We give you 65 ideas to add to your bucket list. The list is divided into three useful categories: things you can do in the Netherlands, things you can do abroad and daring things that should definitely not be missing from your bucket list.
In the Netherlands
Many people have the idea that all things on a bucket list have to be very daring or extreme. This is certainly not true. You don’t have to have a lot of money or fly to the other side of the world for it. There are so many things you must do: in the Netherlands or at home.
1. Have a tech-free day together
Does a day ever go by and you don’t touch your phone, laptop or TV? Take up the challenge together and try to stay tech-free together for a whole day. This way you can only give each other more attention.
2. Get a couples massage
What could be more romantic than lying side by side with your partner in the most relaxing environment? Go for a back massage, full body or a wonderful facial massage.
3. Go on a double date
Choose another couple to go on a date with. Instead of always going out to eat as a couple, it’s just as fun with the four of you.
4. Write each other a love letter
You have sent each other thousands of sweet texts , but now write a love letter for each other. Love letters are a physical memory that lasts a lifetime.
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5. Binge a new TV series
Grab some popcorn, snuggle up under a blanket and find the perfect TV series to binge. Make sure you set aside a whole day or night to watch an entire series.
6. Make a scrapbook
Gather all the photos you have together. Have you kept the movie ticket from your first date? Stick everything in a scrapbook where you can read all your memories.
7. Have a picnic
Grab a basket and put all your favorite food and drinks in it. Bring a picnic blanket and go to the park where you can have a romantic picnic.
8. Have a movie marathon
Choose your favorite film series, such as Harry Potter or Lord of the Rings, and have a marathon together in which you watch all the films while enjoying a drink and popcorn.
9. Stay awake all night
Do you remember the beginning of the relationship when you would text each other all night? Try to recreate this special time by staying up all night together.
10. Cook together
Food and romance are always linked. Choose a recipe together and spend the entire evening in the kitchen cooking together. After cooking, you can enjoy the (hopefully) delicious food together.
11. Sing a karaoke duet together
Muster up the courage to go on stage together. Pick a romantic duet, forget everyone around you and record it. This way you create a great memory that you can relive for a lifetime.
12. Start a new tradition together
Make your daily life a little more exciting with a new tradition . This could be anything from starting each day with a song to going to a certain amusement park every year.
13. Try to break a world record
View the overview of Guinness World Records and be inspired by the most impressive and strange world records. Choose one that you will try to break. There may be a small chance that this will work, but it will certainly give you a lot of fun.
14. Write down your love story in a book
Go back in time and write down your love story together in a book. This way you always have a romantic book to read again. Moreover, this is fun to pass on to your children and grandchildren later.
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15. Stay in bed all day (and night).
Both take a complete day off and spend the whole day in bed. Watch series, cuddle, laugh and talk. It will bring you closer together.
16. Make a music playlist
Collect all the songs that have meaning to your relationship and put them in a playlist . What song played on your first date? Or what song did you play at your wedding? This playlist will always remind you of beautiful moments.
17. Attend a concert by your favorite band or artist
What is a band or artist that you are both big fans of? Buy tickets for a concert, sing and dance along to all the songs.
18. Take a bubble bath together
Hot tubs offer a fantastic way to relax and get closer to your partner. Select some romantic music, light some candles and add a bottle of champagne for a romantic evening.
19. Dine at a fancy restaurant
Go for the most chic and expensive restaurant in the city or town where you live. Save up a bit and go all out.
20. Learn a new dance
Take a dance class together to learn a new dance. You can learn to dance salsa, tango or bachata. A sensual dance that brings you closer together. At the same time you are also active.
21. Take a tandem ride
A successful tandem ride requires communication and cooperation. Things that are very important in a relationship. Choose a beautiful summer afternoon and jump on the tandem together.
22. Recreate your first date
Go back in time and think about what your first date was like. Duplicate everything from the activity to the food and clothing. Feel that tension again that you had on the first date. As if time has stood still.
23. Run a marathon together
Take up a new sport together. This way you can both sign up for a half marathon or a mud run. There’s nothing more fun than training for it together and finally achieving it together.
24. Kiss in the rain
Don’t rush inside the next time it rains. Is there anything more romantic than kissing in the rain? Be that couple like in the movies and go for the passionate kiss in the middle of the rain.
25. Make a puzzle together
Puzzling is certainly not just for children and the elderly. Puzzling is a lot of fun. Buy a puzzle with a large number of pieces and put it together. A very relaxing activity for cozy winter evenings.
26. Spend the night in a B&B
Spend a romantic night in a cute Bed & Breakfast . B&Bs are a nice alternative to a hotel. Not only is it cheaper, but you also enjoy a delicious, original breakfast.
27. Read a book to each other
The last time someone read you a book was probably when you were a little kid. Now read a book to each other. It is very relaxing, so do this before going to bed, for example.
28. Breakfast in bed
Start your morning relaxed with a delicious breakfast in bed. You can of course order room service in a hotel, but you can also surprise your partner with breakfast in bed.
29. Let your partner choose what you wear for a week
Let your partner decide what to wear every morning. Hopefully you’re lucky and your partner has good style and has paid some attention over the years.
30. Escape from an escape room for two
A good relationship consists mainly of strong communication and cooperation. To test this thoroughly, you can go to an escape room. Will you escape in time?
31. Go to a party together and stay there until the sun rises again
Feel young again and go to a party together. Try to stay there until the sun comes up. Dance, drink and enjoy.
32. Go to a festival together
A festival gives you memories you will never forget. Go for a music festival where you can camp together and listen to your favorite artists.
33. Have a professional take photos of you
Maybe a bit uncomfortable, but a nice reminder for later: have a photo shoot. Have a professional photographer take pictures of you in a studio.
34. Have a spa day and give each other a massage
Are you looking for simple ideas that you can do at home for a low price? Then try a spa day at home. Make your own masks and scrubs and give each other a massage.
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35. Get matching tattoos
Are you looking for something permanent for your bucket list? Then consider a tattoo. Instead of going for your partner’s name, you can have something written that reminds you of the other person.
36. Adopt a pet
Go to the animal shelter together and adopt a pet. Go for a sweet cat, rabbit or dog. These animals not only add a fun element to your relationship, but you also give them a chance at a better life.
Abroad
Although you can do many fun and interesting things in the Netherlands, the best memories are often made abroad or on holiday. This makes sense, because you escape your daily routine for a while and you are in a different environment: the ideal place to do things you have never done.
37. Go stargazing together
There are few activities more romantic than looking at the starry sky together. Abroad the stars always seem a little more impressive than in the Netherlands. Lie in the grass or sand and enjoy the beautiful dark sky.
38. Travel to a new country
Choose a destination you’ve both never been to and go on a trip together. Is there anything more fun than discovering a new country together?
39. Volunteer
Go volunteer abroad together. Navigate to a homeless shelter, an animal shelter, or an orphanage. Doing something together for others always feels good.
40. Go wine tasting
Go to France, Portugal or Italy and go to a wine tasting. Enjoy delicious wines while you slowly get a little tipsy together.
41. Climb to the top of a mountain
Overcoming a difficult feat brings couples closer together. Go abroad, choose a high mountain and climb the mountain together.
42. Go horseback riding on the beach
You’ve probably seen it before, a couple on horseback on the beach. Easily create this über-romantic moment with your partner yourself.
43. Take a spontaneous road trip
Have you both finished your work and chores? Then spontaneously go on a road trip together. This is of course possible in the Netherlands, but you can also easily cross the border for an exciting adventure.
44. Watch the sunset and sunrise in one day
Is there anything more romantic than watching a beautiful sunrise or sunset together? Make it a goal to do both of these in one day. This can be done on the beach, an exotic destination or simply in your backyard.
45. Go camping
Grab your tent and your sleeping gear and go camping. This can of course be done in the Netherlands, but to make it a little more exciting, you can also do this in another country. To make the experience even more special, you can also go wild camping. Please note: this may also be illegal in some countries.
46. Watch the Northern Lights
For many people, the Northern Lights are a memory they will never forget. You can admire this beautiful natural phenomenon in many Northern countries.
47. Place an engraved padlock on a bridge of your choice
In many cities around the world there is a bridge that people hang a lock on. The idea behind this is that you will stay together forever. Engrave your names in it and hang the padlock on a bridge in a country of your choice.
48. Eat something you’ve both never tried before
One of the best parts of traveling is discovering new cuisines and dishes. Be adventurous and try something you’ve never tried before.
49. Toss a coin into the Trevi Fountain
Book a trip to Rome and visit the beautiful Trevi Fountain . Throw a coin into the fountain and according to myth you will return to Rome later in life.
50. Check out the Mona Lisa
A visit to Paris cannot of course be missed on your bucket list. Go to the Louvre Museum and see the world famous Mona Lisa.
51. Rent a camper and go on a road trip
Once in your life you have to rent a camper or caravan and go on a road trip. Experience the ultimate feeling of freedom.
52. Go snorkeling
Fly to a tropical destination and go swimming in a beautiful blue sea. Go snorkeling and enjoy the underwater world full of coral and colorful fish.
53. Have sex on every continent
A real challenge for every couple: try to have sex on every continent. You get extra points if you can also include Antarctica.
54. Learn a new language and then visit the country
A fun challenge is to learn a new language together. Choose Japanese, Portuguese or Russian and then visit the country so you can immediately put your new skill into practice.
55. Visit Disneyland
A visit to one of the best amusement parks in the world cannot be missed on your bucket list. You can go to Disneyland in Paris, but also in the United States.
56. Celebrate Christmas in London
London is the ultimate city to have a cozy Christmas. Enjoy all the decorations, Christmas carols and buy all your Christmas presents in this lively city.
57. Go gambling in Las Vegas
You may not be ready to get married in Las Vegas yet, but a visit to this American city is certainly a must. Start gambling and who knows, you might just win the jackpot.
58. Go on a cruise
A unique way to travel and see the world is by boat. Book a cruise and enjoy this wonderful experience together.
Daring activities
A bucket list is ultimately intended to take you out of your comfort zone. These are the things you normally don’t have to think about or avoid all your life. However, there are a number of things you really need to get done before you’re gone. Otherwise you might regret it. Plus, you can do these things together with your partner, which makes everything a lot less scary.
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59. Swim with sharks
Who isn’t afraid of sharks? Book a plane ticket to a tropical location with an ocean full of sharks. You can swim with sharks that won’t hurt you or you can go for the ultimate thrill and swim in a cage with great white sharks.
60. Go skydiving
In addition to bungee jumping, skydiving is often something people have on their bucket list. Jump off the plane with your partner and create a memory that will stay with you forever.
61. Ride the scariest rollercoaster
Face your fears and go to an amusement park. There you and your partner will ride the scariest rollercoaster . Fortunately, you can hold your partner’s hand while you roll over.
62. Take a hot air balloon ride
A slightly quieter, but still exciting activity is a hot air balloon ride. Fly into the clouds with your partner while enjoying a beautiful view.
63. Make love in an exciting location
Get out of the bedroom and make love in a different location. Go to an exciting location in public and add an exciting element to your sex life.
64. Go bungee jumping
What’s a bucket list without bungee jumping? A very daring activity, but definitely something you should try with your partner.
65. Go skinny dipping
Take off all your clothes and go skinny dipping together. Is there anything that will make you feel more free? The ultimate bucket list goal.
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