Santorini (Thira) Island, Greece

So seeing as today is my birthday I have picked a place that is supposed to be very romantic and magical. One of the legends says that this island was created by God when he was the happiest and that is why it is so beautiful. The island itself is a center for tourism and a spot of great beauty but it is also what remains of a volcanic caldera and one of the few volcanoes still considered active (though mostly underwater from my understanding). The best part about this island is supposed to be the view at sunset. I would love to go here just to experience the beauty of this place before it gets ruined by the careless tourists intent only on getting where they need to go and doing what they want rather than not ruining a piece of natural beauty for those that will visit later.

The Great Wall Of China

This is a famous tourist attraction but what most people don't realize is that it is actually a series of walls built from the 5th century BC to the 16th century. Currently there are large sections that have fallen into great disrepair and although large sections of the wall have been repaired it has been said that within the next 20 years the majority of the wall will be gone. It is a historical monument as well as a beautiful sight. The idea that one of the only man made items that can be seen from space will be gone soon is saddening and makes me want to get the opportunity to witness what so many people gave up their time and/or lives to complete this project. I would love for my kids to see something that will be gone by the time they reach my age and be able to tell others that they got to see a piece of history before it disappears.

The "Black" Mailbox - Route 375 (between markers 29 & 30), Nevada

Now for those of you that don't know what the black mailbox is I will explain. It is a mailbox (used to be black, now white) that many alien hunters used to believe belonged to area 51 and was either used for government mail regarding aliens or as a way for the aliens themselves to communicate with our government. Now that being said it is supposedly also a really amazing spot to go camping and star gaze which is where my interest lies. I do believe in aliens although I do not think that there are creatures close to or surpassing our intellect or even close to our evolutionary stage but I think it would be great to go camping at this spot and maybe see the famous mailbox that so many people go to see down the Extraterrestrial Highway.

Rock and Roll Hall of Fame - Cleveland, Ohio

Come on now, who wouldn't want to visit this place? This is probably the coolest looking museum ever...with exhibits like "One hit wonders and the songs that shaped rock and roll" and "the roots of rock and roll" you can follow the history of rock and roll from when it first started to what is predicted to come in the future. Now I know this place may not be for everyone, but you have to appreciate how original this idea is and even though rock and roll may not be my favorite genre of music I can appreciate the music and the exhibits there. And besides the museum I'm sure there are plenty of cool things to do in Cleveland.

Crater Lake- Crater Lake National Park, Oregon

This lake is not just a lake, it is known for its water clarity and because it fills most of a caldera. For those of you who don't know, a caldera is a depression in the ground caused by the explosion or collapse of the center of a volcano and in this case it was Mt. Mazama which collapsed over 7000 years ago. Sounds crazy, right? It is also well known for what is referred to as the Old Man of the Lake which was a tree that floated in the middle of the lake for years though now its only a stump. The amazing thing about it is that the tree floats vertically. The lake originally didn't have any fish in it but from 1888 to 1941 a variety of fish were put in the lake a number of which are now self sustaining. It is a beautiful place to visit and worth seeing even if just for a few moments.

Zern's Farmers Market- Gilbertsville, PA

I love farmers market and live within 30 minutes of at least two. You can find some of the freshest food and hidden treasures there, not to mention spending hours just wandering around and meeting new people. Zern's Farmers market is one of the largest farmers markets in the world (In the top 5 last time I checked). I am one of those people that loves to go to farmers markets and honestly the idea of one that is at least 3-4 times the size of the ones I have been to sounds amazing because I could spend all day just walking around and enjoying myself there with over 300 indoor stores and 100 outdoor stalls (come on now who wouldn't enjoy that on a nice warm spring day?)

Times Square- New York City, NY

Times square is the main hub of activity on the eastern coast and one of my favorite places, but I have never been there on New Years Eve at midnight. I have been in the city at that time and have seen from the hotel room windows blocks away all of the hype, but I would love to be in that crowd celebrating yet another year survived and being one of the thousands that come to this place to welcome in the new year with music, dancing, alcohol, and all to watch the ball drop. I have always loved the city and Times Square seems to encompass the whole feel of that city life. To be there during one of their biggest nights would be something absolutely worth seeing at least once in your life (and if you get a chance stop by Ellen's Stardust Diner at 1650 BROADWAY, CORNER OF 51ST STREET. This place has some amazing Diner food and some REALLY talented singers and is well worth the wait to get in. I have been there 4 times now and have loved the food and staff EVERY time I have gone which is rare for me.)