This stunning concert hall has become a symbol of Iceland's national recovery.

A formerly glacier-tipped volcano that inspired none other than Jules Verne.

If a glacial river suddenly diving into a sheer chasm via a dramatic, multi-stage waterfall isn't peak Iceland, it's certainly close.

This valley of hot springs and boiling mud pots is home to the record-holding "Geysir," which originated the English word.

The most powerful waterfall in all of Europe.

One of the tallest buildings in Iceland, and perhaps, the most visually impressive.

Iceland's largest lagoon is home to stunning multi-colored icebergs.

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

Medicinal spa created with the discharge from a geothermal energy plant.

A lush oasis full of vibrant plants and striking geometric displays.

Portugal's National Pantheon has a history of curses, collapses and financial problems.

Men in rubber-soled boots serve as your "brakes" on this toboggan ride Hemingway described as "exhilarating."

An exquisite collection of fairytale conveyances that puts most car museums to shame.

A majestic hotel for dreamers rises from the center of a fairytale wood.

The corpse bride of Portugal.

A stunning 18th-century site where pilgrims ascend by a series of punishing stairs only to return via funicular.

Elaborately carved to showcase the glorious wealth that the age of exploration brought to the Portuguese empire.

The medieval castle built as headquarters for the Pope's secretive Knights Templar.

This Industrial Age architectural and engineering gem helps visitors and residents alike traverse Lisbon, “The City of Seven Hills.”

A king's pet, a pope's gift, an artist's inspiration, and a tragic shipwreck.

An ancient and majestic fortress that played an integral role in Portugal's road to independence.

A unique seaside cave where Aleister Crowley faked his own death.

This unreal Portuguese palace looks as though it's made from a pile of different castles.

A 16th century chapel decorated with bones, skulls, and entire bodies hanging from the wall.