The tropical islands of Hawaii rank high on people’s must-see lists, and with attractions ranging from majestic green mountains to beautiful relaxing beaches, it\u2019s not hard to see why. Start your dream vacation with a grand bus tour of Oahu<\/a>. Between the sweeping vistas of Nuuanu Pali lookout, the huge waves of Waimea Bay, and the golden gleam of fresh-picked pineapple slices at the Dole Plantation, you\u2019re sure to get plenty of great pictures and even better memories on this trip.<\/p>\n Athletic, intelligent, and charismatic, a dolphin is waiting to meet you in Oahu. Swim with a friendly bottlenose dolphin<\/a> in a beautiful ocean-water lagoon while learning about their behavior from marine mammal experts. Touch, feed, and play with a trained dolphin to form a personal connection with one of these majestic mammals. Best of all, the inspiring and educational encounters at Dolphin Quest help support wild dolphin conservation and provide humane enrichment for the animals.<\/p>\n If you\u2019ve ever wanted to try scuba diving, now\u2019s your chance to become scuba certified in just 3 days<\/a>! Learn the basics in the classroom before gearing up and splashing into the warm waters off the coast of Oahu. A sea turtle might swim by while you train among coral reefs and colorful fish. Your PADI certification qualifies you to dive up to 60 feet (18 m) deep anywhere in the world.\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n Charming travelers from across the globe, Paris ranks as one of the most visited cities in the world. A knowledgeable guide can take you to all the top sights of the City of Light and enhance your visit with local insight and historical anecdotes. Feel the romance of the city as you walk the old streets of Paris<\/a>, admire the architecture of the Notre-Dame Cathedral, and stand in front of masterpieces like the Mona Lisa<\/em> in the Louvre. And of course, no trip to Paris is complete without visiting the iconic Eiffel Tower.\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n If you\u2019ve ever dreamed of writing a book, then head to the storied streets of Saint-Germain-des-Pr\u00e9s for a literary walking tour to inspire your creative energies<\/a>. Experience famous locales like Les Deux Magots where eccentric authors of the Lost Generation like Gertrude Stein, Ernest Hemingway, and F. Scott Fitzgerald frequented. A visit to the famous Shakespeare and Company bookstore invites you to run your fingertips along the spines of your favorite books. Perhaps, as you sip coffee in a Parisian caf\u00e9, you\u2019ll pen the first lines of the next great novel.<\/p>\n It\u2019s never too late to learn a new language, and what better place to brush up on your French than in the romantic capital of France itself. Over a cup of exquisite coffee at the renowned Caf\u00e9 de Flore, chat with a local language instructor<\/a> to build your vocabulary and practice pronunciation. Between lessons, learn about the caf\u00e9\u2019s historic clientele of artists, philosophers, and writers including\u00a0Pablo Picasso, Albert Camus, and Georges Bataille. Gain confidence by taking your newfound skills to the streets while your instructor provides a brief walking tour of the area.<\/p>\n Las Vegas offers more than casinos and shows\u2014it\u2019s also a launching point for adventure. Let the winds welcome you with a gentle breeze as you lift off for a serene hot air balloon ride<\/a> at sunrise. Bring your camera to capture spectacular views of the Las Vegas Strip stretched on the horizon and the beautiful Red Rock Canyon glowing in morning light. Your experienced pilot and crew will take you 1,000 feet (300 m) into the air for a scenic ride of a lifetime. After you return to the ground, toast your flight with a flute of champagne\u2014a longtime ballooning tradition.<\/p>\n You\u2019ve seen it on TV and in nature magazines, and now it\u2019s your turn to experience the expansive majesty of the Grand Canyon in person<\/a>. From Las Vegas, ride in comfort to the Grand Canyon\u2019s West Rim. On your way to viewing the canyon\u2019s rusty-red rocks, you\u2019ll stop to admire the engineering marvel of the Hoover Dam. At Eagle Point, you can watch a cultural performance at the Hualapai Native American Village, or, if you dare, take a walk on the glass floor of the Skywalk Bridge.<\/p>\n Most people list at least one daring activity on their bucket list, and if skydiving is on yours, then you can strap on your parachute in Las Vegas. Leap into the thrill of a lifetime with a tandem skydive<\/a> over the breathtaking expanse of the Grand Canyon. If jumping from an airplane is too extreme, you can still feel the rush of flying during an indoor skydiving experience<\/a>, where you float on a column of air generated by a powerful propeller below a trampoline floor in a state-of-the-art facility. Either way, you\u2019re sure to have an exhilarating story to share.<\/p>\n With fantastic deals on flights<\/a> and hotels<\/a>, Expedia makes it easy to book your next bucket list vacation. Why wait?<\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" There\u2019s no time like the present to start crossing activities off your bucket list while creating some terrific new memories. Make a splash in the warm waters of Oahu on a swim with a friendly, well-trained dolphin. How about learning a new language in Paris by studying French with a local while you sip coffee<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":35,"featured_media":11753,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[221,209],"tags":[1575,1295,1577,697,1301,634,1296,303,1576,516],"acf":[],"yoast_head":"\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/www.expedia-aarp.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/Grand-Circle-Island-Tour-of-Oahu.jpeg\")
<\/a><\/p>\nSwim with Dolphins<\/strong><\/h2>\n
<\/a><\/p>\nLearn to Scuba Dive<\/strong><\/h2>\n
<\/a><\/p>\nVisit the City of Love<\/strong><\/h2>\n
<\/a><\/p>\nWrite a Book<\/strong><\/h2>\n
<\/a><\/p>\nStudy a New Language<\/strong><\/h2>\n
<\/a><\/p>\nVisit Vegas<\/strong><\/h2>\n
<\/a><\/p>\nVisit the Grand Canyon<\/strong><\/h2>\n
<\/a><\/p>\nGo Skydiving<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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