The subtle science of a master molecular gastronomist.

These mansions date back to Chicago's days as a brewer's paradise.

Once called the "Polish Gold Coast" it is an icon of the neighborhood that bears its same name.

A speakeasy takes on Chicago's drinking culture.

Not to be confused with the iconic New York City skyscraper, this Chicago building is a vibrant hub for artists.

Once luxurious, these oceanfront beach homes have been left to succumb to the elements as the beach is slowly washed away.

The remains of a chapel created for convenience.

The Lowcountry color with the power to stop evil from entering a home.

This South Carolina water tower is an icon of the city of Walterboro, but it also once served as the county jail.

This massive store is home to an eccentric collection of vintage, retro, and peculiar goods.

Mai Tais and Navy Grog served up in one of the original tiki bars.

A mysterious monument meant to be a guide into "an Age of Reason" was destroyed after an apparent bombing.

Who needs fancy modern water slides when this giant North Carolina rock works just as well?

On a clear afternoon, you can see mountain peaks more than 40 miles away from this clearing in the Pisgah National Forest.

This granite rock face is named for the magnificent reflection that occurs when the sun hits it just right.

This Transylvania County city is home to a rare white squirrel population that is descended from an escaped carnival animal.

These eerie outliers of the lightning bug family glow a mysterious blue color.

This historic high school was saved from demolition to become an island home for Marshall’s creative community.

Medicinal spa created from the mineral-rich runoff of a geothermal power plant

This eye-popping Icelandic crater lake is surrounded by red volcanic rock.

Inside this Icelandic greenhouse, geothermal energy keeps tomatoes warm and growing.

The oldest (maybe) swimming pool in Iceland is a stunning oasis built into the side of a lush hill.

This wrecked airplane has been sitting on a black sand beach since the 1970s.

A tiny village church in dramatic surroundings.