#133 England, Ireland and Scotland Itinerary Tips with Prices: See London, Dublin, Edinburgh & More
Everyday Bucket List: Travel Ideas, Local Adventures & Money Hacks
Release Date: 09/24/2025
Everyday Bucket List: Travel Ideas, Local Adventures & Money Hacks
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#145 Can one art experience completely change how you see museums? In this episode of The Everyday Bucket List Podcast, we’re exploring why a Yayoi Kusama art exhibit is one of the most unforgettable immersive art experiences you can add to your bucket list, even if you don’t usually visit museums. We break down what makes her work so iconic, meaningful, and worth planning a trip around. You’ll hear about: Immersive Infinity Mirror Rooms Why Kusama’s work is iconic and meaningful Simple museum and travel tips In this episode of the Everyday Bucket List Podcast, we break...
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UK and Ireland Itineraries & General Things to Do
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Travel Tips and Advice
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Cultural Highlights and Experiences
In this episode of The Everyday Bucket List podcast, we'll share some of the best things to add to your England, Ireland, and Scotland Itinerary
Get travel ideas and inspiration for visiting popular destinations in England, Ireland, and Scotland. The hosts highlight memorable experiences, local culture, and must-see attractions in cities like Dublin, Galway, London, Edinburgh & more.
The episode offers practical tips on planning itineraries, finding budget-friendly options for fun thins to do, and making the most of your time. There’s also advice on transportation, dining, and how to stay flexible while traveling. Overall, it’s a helpful guide for anyone looking to explore the UK and Ireland and start checking off their own travel bucket list.
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Read the blog post: Coming soon!
Binge-listen to my Travel to Europe playlist https://spoti.fi/3yDYgXA
Binge-listen to my Seasonal Bucket List playlist https://bit.ly/3SPiiVN
Listen to these episodes next:
- Things to Do in London, England for First-time Visitors (Ep 98)
- Dos and Don’ts in London, England for the Perfect London Travel Itinerary (Ep 132)
- 2 Day Dublin Itinerary: What to Do in Dublin City Centre (Ep 104)
RESOURCES:
- Cliffs of Moher Bus Tour (Another easy way to maximize your time)
- Ring of Kerry Bus Tour
- Hostel in Galway w/ Private Rooms
- A walking tour with skip-the-line entry to Edinburgh Castle costs about $50 (£37), though prices vary.
- Small Group Walking Tour of the Royal Mile and Edinburgh Castle roughly $69 (around £52) a ticket.
- Grab a copy of The Everyday Bucket List Book https://amzn.to/3vwxz2K
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