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10 Bucket-List Destinations That You Can Experience With a Career in The U.S. Army

Book a one-way ticket to the rest of your life.

Written by BDG Studios

For young people on the cusp of their adult lives, traveling the country (and the world) is usually toward the top of their list of dream experiences. But between work, forging relationships, and figuring out your finances (read: adulting 101), it can be tough to find the time and opportunity to live out this desire for exploration.

That’s why identifying a career path that could take you to these bucket-list-worthy destinations as part of your job is the ultimate hack. Enter: the U.S. Army. With more than 200 jobs located across the country and world, the Army can help you find your purpose and pursue your passions while also getting a ticket to some of the most iconic locales out there. And amazing workplaces are only one of the perks of Army service — Soldiers also receive 30 days of paid leave each year and enjoy access to healthcare, tuition assistance, early retirement options, and so much more.

To give you a bird’s-eye view of some of the hotspots that the U.S. Army can bring you to, we rounded up 10 of the coolest bases and places that just happen to also be on our *wanderlust list*. Check out the interactive map below to see just a few of the possibilities that exist within the U.S. Army — and get an insider’s look at how real Soldiers are living their best lives in these incredible places.

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Colorado Springs, Colorado

Fort Carson

Located in the shadow of the Rocky Mountains, this postcard-worthy city immerses you in one of the American West’s most photographed landscapes. It’s also home to the historic 4th Infantry Division and Army World Class Athlete Program, which allows Soldier-athletes to perform at the international level.

1st Lt. Elisa Sun — an Executive Officer tasked with maintaining Army readiness for whatever challenges may arise — loves that Fort Carson offers something for everyone, especially nature lovers and those raising their families.

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