£5k - where?

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I inherited £5k from a relative when they died with the caveat that it should be used for travel.
Her NOK said of course I can ignore her wishes. But tbh I'm in a position where I actually DO want to follow her wishes.

So, looking for a bit of inspiration really!

Where would you go?

Greek island hopping for 2weeks including spending money

Snow shoeing and husky sledding in the Arctic - with bonus northern lights if you're lucky. I did this trip a few years ago and it's the best place I've ever been (and a really good holiday company too). All arctic clothing etc provided for you so no extra cost there, so with a bit of spending money and airport parking etc that should be bang on 5k for two of you!

www.exodus.co.uk/trips/finland-holidays/winter/finnish-wilderness-week/cfa

Japan. Best place I've ever been. 2nd only to Iceland, with slightly lower chance of being cooked by a volcano

Thank you all very much for your input. It's really helpful.

We could add a bit to the pot but not masses.

My relative lived for travel and was pretty adventurous, even into her 80s and a widow.

I'm going to make a list of all the ideas posted that make me feel excited and show dh. And take it from there.

Thank you all again 😊

Brazil or Argentina!

5k will get you a couple of weeks 5 star in Thailand, or an African safari in Kenya or south africa. Not enough for Botswana unless you are budget camping. It's not enough to do new zealand or OZ properly unless backpacking. Costa Rica maybe? I would go for the safari. See all the animals in the wild before they are gone.

You've got me thinking now!

Safari in Africa and then on to Cape Town for a winery tour and some beach days

OR

Japan for Cherry Blossom season

I would love to see your itinerary please! Always wanted to visit Canada but not sure where to start 🙂

I'd go and see the midnight sun in Finland. Everyone thinks of Rovaniemi as the home of santa but in the summer time there are so many wonderful experiences possible and no crowds.

Croatia
Italy

Is there anywhere that your loved one particularly liked to travel to, which would make it meaningful?
I think I would honour the legacy by spending it in accordance with their wishes and if they had a favourite place, maybe going to explore near there? Sorry for your loss- hope the trip isn't too bittersweet and you really enjoy it!

@Tothepoint99 sorry to hijack but Japan's on my wish list. What kind of budget is doable? Any hints /tips ?

@ooooohnoooooo
Thank you! I’ve already been on the site and I’ll def join the FB group too 😁. I love train journeys and there’s so many places to choose from in Europe.

Top of my list, I have been and loved

• New Zealand self drive. Only been to North Island so far but can't wait to do the South Island.
• USA self drive- Las Vagas to Yosemite to the coast and then drive up to San Francisco
• Tour around Sri Lanka, we hired a driver (fairly cheap to do) but meant we could go where and when we wanted rather than an organised tour
• South Africa (going a easter)
• Italy I love. The lakes and amalfi coast

Inter-railing around Europe. You could visit a lot of cities and do a couple of coastal places too.

Another idea. How about a few days in Helsinki, followed by aurora chasing in northern Finland? That's a holiday to remember forever.

South Korea and Japan.

Vietnam.

Or West coast fly- drive. Whale watching, Big Sur, sequoias, Grand Canyon , Yosemite. But that might not be doable for £5k?

Vietnam and Cambodia, or India. India is not for the faint hearted but it is unforgettable.

Ah sorry, my reply was to the fact you can still do the Orient Express. 😊

Thailand or Vietnam. Flights will be most expensive then you can get decent accommodation for cheap price whilst there. Money will go further in Vietnam I believe, but flights are bit more difficult.

I'd go first class inter-railing and go to a mix of luxurious and budget accommodation with nothing mediocre in-between! That flipping between hostelling (which is a completely different ball game in Europe) and seriously special places is the variety I like and will make for memorable moments.

See what deals are up for grabs on jacksflights and let that decide!