Travel is the most common financial goal for young lawyers, yet most lawyers feel like they do not travel enough. This post offers 20 domestic and international travel destinations for young lawyers to consider. With proper financial planning, every young lawyer can travel where they want to, when they want to.
Travel allows us to take a break from day-to-day life, explore new places, meet new people, try new foods, and experience the world differently. Below are ten domestic and ten international destinations worth considering for your next trip.
Domestic Locations
Washington, D.C. — Home to free world-class museums (don't miss the National Air and Space Museum), monuments, historic landmarks, and diverse food from high-end restaurants to local cultural spots.
Yosemite National Park, California — A glacier-carved valley ideal for hikers, climbers, and campers. Book lodging and campsites well in advance for peak season.
Chicago, Illinois — Walk the shore of Lake Michigan, catch a summer concert at Millennium Park, and settle the deep-dish debate between Giordano's and Lou Malnati's.
New Orleans, Louisiana — Beyond Bourbon Street, wander tree-lined neighborhoods, take a swamp tour, and enjoy some of the country's best cajun food.
Arches National Park, Utah — Over 2,000 arches along a scenic drive, with sunrise and sunset views worth planning your day around.
Jackson, Wyoming — Sits at the base of Grand Teton National Park near Yellowstone; a hub for hiking, whitewater rafting, and world-class skiing in winter.
Savannah, Georgia — A 300-year-old coastal city known for its Ghost Tour, riverboat cruises, and southern comfort food.
Yellowstone National Park, Wyoming — Home to Old Faithful, the Grand Prismatic Spring, and abundant wildlife across 1,300 miles of trails.
San Diego, California — Hike, surf, and explore Balboa Park and its world-famous zoo, all in the same day.
Oahu, Hawaii — Snorkel at Hanauma Bay, hike Diamond Head, and visit Pearl Harbor and Iolani Palace.
International Locations
Dubrovnik, Croatia — Walk the ancient city walls, enjoy fresh seafood, and visit Game of Thrones filming locations.
Manaus, Brazil — A gateway city deep in the Amazon, accessible only by air or river, ideal for rainforest exploration.
Great Barrier Reef, Australia — Over 3,000 coral reefs offering world-class diving and snorkeling.
Sapporo, Japan — Famous for its winter Snow Festival, skiing, chocolate, beer, and incredible ramen.
Petra, Jordan — One of the 7 Wonders of the World; stay overnight to see the Treasury at sunrise or sunset.
Ngorongoro Crater, Tanzania — One of the best safari destinations in the world, home to all five of Africa's famous large mammals.
Milan, Italy — Home to the centuries-in-the-making Il Duomo cathedral and the Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II shopping arcade.
Azores, Portugal — Volcanic islands offering hikes through lava tubes, geothermal pools, and dolphin- and whale-watching boat trips.
Lima, Peru — Historic plazas, the record-setting Magic Water fountain complex, and the birthplace of ceviche.
Fes, Morocco — One of the last remaining medieval cities, known for its leather tanneries and well-preserved old town.
Final Takeaways
Whichever destination you pick, travel is a goal worth planning for financially. If you want a new destination delivered every week, The Financial Brief newsletter includes one alongside personal finance and legal industry news.
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