Have you created your retirement ‘bucket list’ yet? Even if you haven’t written it down, you’ll probably have a mental list of places you’d still love to go, skills you’d still like to learn, and things you’d still like to achieve.
Retirement can provide you with the perfect opportunity to do all those things you’ve been putting off, or haven’t had time to pursue. Yet while you can fill your list with everything you could ever imagine doing, you might not physically have time to fit it all in.
That’s why having a list written down can help you to look forward to some interesting and exciting things to do, while ensuring they’re achievable for you.
In this news post, we’ve put together a few ideas to help inspire you as you put together your own personal ‘bucket list’. We’ve come up with six categories – but you should feel free to add your own. After all, it’s your bucket!
You may have already travelled to some of the popular destinations, such as Europe, New Zealand, Asia or the UK – not to mention our own incredible country Australia.
Bucket lists are different. This is your chance to aim for some of the more unusual destinations – so think about the once-in-a-lifetime places you have always wanted to see. And while you’re researching, think about whether you’d travel alone, with your partner, with family, friends or in an organised tour group.
These days you can find so much information simply by researching on the internet. Have fun deciding which top spots make it to your list. Here are some of the top bucket list destinations for the retirement years. What would be yours?
What about these ideas:
Chances are you’ve always wanted to develop a particular skill… or learn more about a topic that you’re particularly passionate about. You may already have a hobby, such as photography or watercolour painting, but would like to take it to the next level. Now is your chance!
Here are just some of the things that retirees have added to their ‘like to learn’ (or re-learn) list:
There are so many courses available, you could learn something new every week and never run out of ideas. Search online, ask at your retirement village, at the local library, TAFE, U3A or community notice board.
This point is all about connecting with those people who are most important in your life. It’s also about connecting with you. Memories are made from those special times spent alone, or sharing with people who truly matter to you. Here are a few ideas to get you started.
Just you:
With others:
It’s not surprising to discover that the highest percentage of volunteers, are people in retirement. It makes sense of course as you generally have more time on your hands.
But there’s also that sense of wanting to continue contributing to the world in a positive and meaningful way; to share your skills and talents. You’re sure to find your own personal ways to give back.
Here are a few more:
Not all experiences need to be the adrenaline pumping kind; in fact many serene activities will fill you with just as much joy and excitement.
What experiences might take your breath away, or bring a warm smile of contentment? See what you think of this list and add in what you have always wanted to experience. Now’s the time!
Retirement could be the perfect time to challenge yourself a little, get out of that comfort zone and shed those inhibitions. You’ve reached an age where it really shouldn’t matter what other people think of you!
So have a think: what might stretch you a little, make you blush, or bring a few raised eyebrows when you tell your children? Have some fun!
We have a few ideas... if you’re game?
Writing down your goals or bucket list is a great way to gather all your hopes and dreams for your retirement years. Your retirement years are a fantastic opportunity to fulfil those dreams you’ve held for many years. It’s your time now!
While you’re putting together your list, why not make time to visit our luxury retirement village? Our Information Days are a wonderful introduction to the Renaissance lifestyle, in just the sort of relaxed and welcoming environment you’ll experience when you choose to move in.
Call Renaissance today on (07) 3820 7700 or fill out the form here to find out more about the lifestyle you’ll enjoy at our outstanding Victoria Point retirement living.