#139 5 Winter Bucket List Ideas: Don't Forget to Try These Now
Everyday Bucket List: Travel Ideas, Local Adventures & Money Hacks
Release Date: 12/10/2025
Everyday Bucket List: Travel Ideas, Local Adventures & Money Hacks
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#139 Want ideas to add to your winter bucket list? You’re in the right place! In this episode of The Everyday Bucket List podcast, we dive into five winter bucket list ideas to make the season more exciting, cozy, and memorable for adults, couples, and families. We touch on: Fun, lively games that turn any night into instant fun Relaxing DIY projects: Perfect for winter evenings Inspiring guides and books: Discover unique adventures In this episode, Karen shares five fun winter bucket list ideas to make the season more exciting and cozy. She talks about a wild, chaotic card game...
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In this episode of The Everyday Bucket List podcast, we dive into five winter bucket list ideas to make the season more exciting, cozy, and memorable for adults, couples, and families.
We touch on:
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Fun, lively games that turn any night into instant fun
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Relaxing DIY projects: Perfect for winter evenings
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Inspiring guides and books: Discover unique adventures
In this episode, Karen shares five fun winter bucket list ideas to make the season more exciting and cozy. She talks about a wild, chaotic card game that’s perfect for lively game nights and a relaxing DIY project that’s both creative and comforting.
Another idea is using inspiring guides and books to uncover unique adventures, travel spots, and hidden gems across the U.S. and beyond—whether you’re dreaming up a far-away getaway or exploring what’s right in your own backyard.
She also dives into planning outdoor activities, like hikes and trips, with tips for making them realistic and fun. Throughout the episode, Karen highlights that these ideas can be enjoyed at home, experienced locally, or used to plan future travel adventures. Overall, the list blends staying in, getting creative, and mapping out future journeys to make winter feel a lot more memorable.
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- 20+ Classic Winter Bucket List Ideas for Everyday Life (Ep 70)
- 20+ Winter Holiday Bucket List Ideas to Do This Season (Ep 110)
- Create a Bucket List of Fun Things to Do in Alexandria, VA (Ep 19)
- 5 Bucket List Ideas to Boost Your Brain & Well-Being (Ep 94)
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