If you’re an adrenaline junkie, like me, at one time or another, you probably have wondered in your head just what are the most exciting things a person can do in this world? I think nowadays, for most of us regular folks who work in the corporate world or well-regarded positions in the government, life has become a little too safe. With the recent recession, everyone is worried about losing their jobs, losing their fortune; for some reason, everyone has become risk adverse, to the point that they are scared to move out of their comfort zone. On that thought, I thought I would start a series of posts which compiles a list of some of the most exciting adventures in the world. Through the research process, I was able to see and learn about a few incredible people who are really pushing the envelope in their area of passion, and redefined what I once thought of as impossible. For me, each of these endeavors was a real eye open. It allowed me to see that I’m not living my life to fullest, and inspired me to continue to challenge myself outside of my comfort zone. Hopefully, it can be the same for you.
So without further ado, for the first post of the series, the adventure is located within the Swiss Alps, but it’s not skiing. You get to…
Fly a jet fighter along the mountains and valleys of Swiss Alps
cost: $2950-$5950
my eyes were glinting with excitement after finding out that I can have the opportunity to pilot an L-39 jet fighter. Soaring through the mountains and blitzing through the valleys Swiss Alps at 500 MPH, daring yourself to get closer and closer to the wall, you don’t need the video to tell that this must be an amazing experience. It’s almost like Proximity Flying, except you’re in a much bigger and faster wingsuit. The best part is, almost anyone can do it!!! (as long as you’re in reasonable health) They provide the training and the equipment, as well as pictures and videos of the amazing experience. Honestly, I don’t think life gets much better than that.
To learn how you can fly the plane, visit here
L39 flying upside down in the Alps
Fly faster, so no one can catch up to you.
Fly higher, so no one can look down upon you.
-Connie and I
Ever since I was little, flying has always been a dream of mine. If I can become any animal for the rest of my life, I would choose to be a falcon. To me, flying is the ultimate expression of freedom. I can break the chain and escape from the cage called social obligations. I don’t have to speak with people for the sake of networking; I don’ t have to attend boring career workshops and pretend there is nowhere else I want to be. I wish god made us so we were born with wings, but i guess he was afraid that we’d fly higher and closer to him until the day he can no longer look down upon us anymore.
L39 on the airstripe in the Swiss Alps
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