Everyday Bucket List: Travel Ideas, Local Adventures & Money Hacks

Updated: 13 Aug 2025 • 144 episodes
karencordaway.com

The podcast for bucket list travel and local bucket list ideas is here! Check out the Everyday Bucket List podcast with author and host Karen Cordaway, where she shares an array of bucket list adventures at different price points. The podcast offers short, insightful episodes crafted to help you discover new experiences to add to your bucket list. Every other week, the show equips you with the tools, resources, and knowledge needed to turn your dreams into reality. If you're struggling to find interesting things to do in your spare time, you’re not alone! Work, family, and other commitments can leave little room for planning exciting activities. The fear of missing out (FOMO) can be overwhelming, but the Everyday Bucket List podcast is here to help. This podcast provides practical tips and a wide variety of ideas, from simple and local activities to more unique and involved experiences, both nearby and for travel. The show covers diverse topics, including bucket list trip ideas, seasonal bucket lists for summer, fall, winter, and spring, and even some hobbies for men, women, and kids of all ages. From outdoor and indoor activities such as pickleball, tea tastings, exploring iconic landmarks, visiting street art, museums, seeing comedians, attending concerts, and more. You’ll also pick up a money hack or two along the way so you can afford to have fun regularly. Listeners can also expect insights on day trips, weekend getaways, and practical advice and encouragement for turning dreams into reality. Karen, known for her book "The Everyday Bucket List Book: 10 Steps to Bringing More Exciting Experiences to Everyday Life," has extensive experience in fulfilling her bucket list dreams, and now she's sharing her expertise to inspire others. Karen has written about bucket list ideas, bucket list travel destinations and bucket list experiences, money-saving tips, smart spending, and other money-related topics for Clark Howard, Huffington Post, and nationally syndicated articles for U.S. News and Wealth of Geeks. Her insights have been shared all over the internet in Money Magazine, Yahoo Finance, Market Watch, The Consumerist, and even O Magazine. She now inspires people to fulfill their bucket list dreams regularly and within budget. If you're looking to add more excitement to your everyday life, travel more, and make the most of your money, the Everyday Bucket List podcast is a must-follow. Discover a treasure trove of bucket list ideas by visiting our website: KarenCordaway.com Let's connect here: - Twitter @KarenCordaway - Pinterest @EverydayBucketList - TikTok @Everyday_Bucket_List

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#130 Looking for a last-minute summer bucket list getaway in New England? In this episode of the Everyday Bucket List Podcast, we dive into the ultimate relaxing getaway at a charming boutique inn in Madison, Connecticut. Think thoughtful touches, beachside bliss, and the kind of reset you didn’t know you needed. We co

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#129 Looking to rebel a bit? Bucket List Ideas -"Cheater" Version In this fun and slightly rebellious episode of the Everyday Bucket List podcast, we talk about ways to “cheat” your way through your bucket list—in the best way possible. Think shortcuts, guilty pleasures, and permission to break the so-called rules. We

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#128 Need some indoor summer fun ideas or hoping to try a hobby? We've got you covered. In this Everyday Bucket List episode, I chat with my husband again about hobbies for men and women to try indoors and outdoors. We cover: Fun Indoor Ideas for Summer Importance of Trying New Hobbies Personal Stories and Insight abou

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#127 Is people pleasing holding your bucket list dreams back? It’s easy to lose sight of our own goals when we’re constantly trying to meet the expectations of others. Many of us head into summer with a bucket list full of fun plans—but never check off a single item, or sometimes don’t even make one at all. We’re so ca

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#126 Heading to Brooklyn, New York? Listen in for tips from someone who lives there! In this Everyday Bucket List episode, we discuss fun things to do in Brooklyn, NYC. We cover: Skydiving Bond: Thrill-Seeking and Instant Connection Brooklyn Highlights: Street Art, Views, and Bites Everyday Escapes: Local Gems and Unpl

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#125 Steal these ideas for your Edinburgh trip? Tune in here, people! In this Everyday Bucket List episode, we explore budget-friendly and free places to visit in Edinburgh. We cover: Budget-friendly Edinburgh activities Top sights and scenic spots Food, drink, and local flavor Travel to Edinburgh with me! This episode

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