Places jlauria Wants to Go

This structure atop a craggy cliff in one of the most beautiful parks in Paris boasts an unbeatable view.

The history of whiskey and all of its boozy glory, from Colonial days to modern American cocktail culture.

The bright red stripes streaking across the rocks are the star feature at this Icelandic waterfall.

This modern monument to pagan belief looks like it was transported straight from ancient times.

The Arctic Circle runs through this isolated spot north of Iceland.

An Icelandic island full of diving birds and legend.

A little-visited waterfall in an otherworldly landscape.

This tumultuous Icelandic lava field looks so alien European researchers want to use it as a stand-in for Mars.

The most powerful waterfall in all of Europe.

Instead of solid circles, the stoplights in this northern Icelandic town have glowing red hearts.

Iceland: home to volcanoes, waterfalls and, apparently, Santa?

This fantastical waterfall is hidden in a cave located in a cracked cliff.

A lonely beacon, precariously perched atop a remote sliver of rock.

The grave of the iconic Kentucky Fried Chicken mascot features a bust of the man behind the goatee.

This 19th century mansion façade adorned with immigrant patriotism is a symbol of Louisville’s history.

Locals place their offerings on this nightmarish gnarled tree so the witches won't summon another storm.

This hidden jockey “walk of fame” celebrates the winning riders of the Kentucky Derby.

In the late 1990s, a mechanic and fan bought this iconic sportscar back from the dead.

A beloved, quirky little fountain featuring a large frog spitting water at a naked boy.

Tucked away between two 19th-century buildings, this small shop specializes in the macabre.

The world's largest collection of fine-scale miniatures and one the nation's largest collections of antique toys.

This shop specializes in oddities and Victorian-inspired wonders.

Every Sunday, this Thai temple in Berkeley serves a backyard brunch.

Frozen in Norway, vended in Singapore.