Ami James counts down 30 of the most mind-blowing experiences the world has to offer. These are the ultimate things to do while you're still young enough to do them and get away with it!
30. GET A TATTOO — Ami offers the following three rules for getting a tattoo.
1. Make sure that whatever you’re going to get tattooed is something that you put a lot of thought into.
2. It's one thing to get your kid’s name tattooed, but remember tattoos last a lot longer than romance.
3. Don’t get tattooed for anyone else, get tattooed for you.
29. STEP OUT OF YOUR COMFORT ZONE
28. RIDE A ROLLERCOASTER — Ami recommends the following coasters to try:
For loops, try the Colossus at Thorpe Park, England. The Colossus has an awesome 10 loops in its tail.
For speed, the Kingda Ka at Six Flags Great Adventure in New Jersey is the world’s fastest and tallest roller coaster.
27. PAY TRIBUTE TO THE GODS OF ROCK AND ROLL — If you love music or just want to know more about the greats, then take a pilgrimage to the places where their presence can still be felt.
Places to visit:
Kurt Cobain’s house in Seattle, Wash.
Jim Morrison’s grave in Paris
John Lennon’s memorial at Strawberry Fields in New York
Joshua Trees in Nevada desert (made famous by U2)
The Abbey Road crossroads in London
26. BUY THE HOUSE A ROUND
25. TRY THE FINER THINGS IN LIFE — Live it up by ordering a Magie Noir cocktail. This ultimate treat is made by the mixologists at London’s Umbaba bar. With a shot of Hennessy aged cognac, a measure of Dom Perignon vintage champagne, and a dash of Crème de Mure, the Magie Noir is officially the world’s most expensive cocktail at $620.
24. LEARN TO DANCE
23. JUMP — At 216 meters off the ground, the Bloukrans Bridge bungee jump in South Africa is the highest bungee jump in the world.
If you want to do something safer that still packs an adrenaline punch, try Scad Diving — it’s the only way to jump 150 feet with no ropes or parachutes to protect your fall.
22. BE NICE
21. DRIVE YOUR DREAM CAR
20. VEGAS — Everyone should hit Vegas at least once before they turn 30.