Grindavík, Iceland
Blue Lagoon
Medicinal spa created from the mineral-rich runoff of a geothermal power plant
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Grindavík, Iceland
Medicinal spa created from the mineral-rich runoff of a geothermal power plant
Reykholt, Iceland
Inside this Icelandic greenhouse, geothermal energy keeps tomatoes warm and growing.
Iceland
This valley of hot springs and boiling mud pots is home to the record-holding "Geysir," which originated the English word.
Iceland
If a glacial river suddenly diving into a sheer chasm via a dramatic, multi-stage waterfall isn't peak Iceland, it's certainly close.
Tambon Kuet Chang, Thailand
Thailand's distressed elephants find peace at this Chiang Mai sanctuary.
Ko Samui, Thailand
A dazzling temple featuring a towering 12-meter golden Buddha.
New York, New York
The oldest Methodist church in the United States has been spreading the good news for over two centuries.
New York, New York
The last remnants of what was once one of the world's grandest hotels can now be found in a Manhattan subway station.
Saint Paul, Minnesota
Each year, one talented artist puts on a show sculpting twelve butter-based busts of dairy princesses.
London, England
A hands-off space for graffiti artists to hone and display their skills.
London, England
Eighty million natural history specimens call this gargantuan museum home.
London, England
A kaleidoscopic warehouse-maze of handmade neon signs.
Brooklyn, New York
“Wagon Jobber" turned smokehouse magnate's family-owned business is still going strong 100 years later.
Los Angeles, California
After starting as a whimsical tourist attraction that eventually found its way to ruin, these renovated canals offer a lush and exotic locale on the Pacific Coast.
Hot Springs, Arkansas
This historic hotel on Bathhouse Row in Hot Springs National Park has a storied history of gangsters and baseball greats.
Hot Springs, Arkansas
Mobsters came for a soak in the hot springs, and stayed for the illegal gambling and bootlegging.
Minneapolis, Minnesota
Direct, creative challenge to Mother Nature's winter wrath.
Minneapolis, Minnesota
Secret hideaway for an alternative beach experience.
Minneapolis, Minnesota
This old residential building was once the largest flour mill in the world.
Minneapolis, Minnesota
This kaleidoscopic mural shows Bob Dylan throughout his transition from young troubadour to Nobel laureate.
Minneapolis, Minnesota
After the musical legend's death, his memorial was mysteriously graffitied in gold.
Minneapolis, Minnesota
The dishes at this restaurant by The Sioux Chef celebrate indigenous heritage.
Minneapolis, Minnesota
A museum dedicated to the exploring past, present, and future innovations.
Brooklyn, New York
A library and shop devoted to the body, mortality, and bringing to light forgotten or neglected histories