Places NatashaM Wants to Go

These ominous lava formations were said to be an entrance to the netherworld so of course they inspired a famous metal band.

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

The Icelandic Sea Monster Museum explores the area's history of aquatic cryptid sightings.

A winding, blood-red tunnel of hardened lava navigable by foot.

This elegant arc of a waterfall marks a religious turning point.

The most powerful waterfall in all of Europe.

Learn about Iceland's hidden folk at this school dedicated to the study of elves.

Climb right into the heart of this colorful Iceland volcano.

Walk in the footsteps of the gods and straddle two tectonic plates.

Iceland's "Smoky Valley" is a beautiful river that is shrouded in a constant cover of steam clouds.

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

This volcanic cave lake is essentially hard proof that Iceland is the most magical place on Earth.

Staves, storm-calling, and of course, necropants.

The unique waterfall in Iceland's south features a backdrop of geometric black lava columns.

Featuring a casually threatening atmosphere along with dessert and coffee to die for.

The largest free-standing aquarium in the world resides in a hotel lobby in Berlin.

Private collection of art inspired by cabinets of curiosity.

A massive underwater sinkhole made famous by Jacques Cousteau.

A hotel and restaurant serving as the mecca of kitsch.

One of the largest trees of its kind in California.

One man's quest for the ultimate road trip vehicle.

An inconspicuous suburban street corner is the site of San Diego's worst air disaster.

An ode to the friendship between four Pacific Rim countries.

It would be a crime to miss it.