Way back in the day there used to a game called Tracon, which was an air traffic control simulator. I played it a few tells and from those experiences I knew that ATC was never going to be a path for me. I caused so many midair collisions.
I used to never get out for less than $100. In my last place I lived across the street from a Costco and it changed everything. It wasn't a special trip anymore and I could just pop in and grab lunch, it was great.
I just visited CERN 2 days ago. They have a whole science center that helps explain the reason for the LHC and how everything works. If you are a science geek I highly recommend it.
I am currently at the tail end of a 3 week trip from Amsterdam to Lisbon, all via train. It is fucking awesome. Not to mention that as a tourist you can use the public transportation in various cities for free. Europe has it figured out.
Cats would definitely do drugs with you.