Simply put, Iceland’s famous Golden Circle is a popular route between three of the island's most visited attractions. Usually done as a day trip, the route starts in Reykjavik and takes you south and inland, to the Þingvellir National Park. There you enter the Geyser geothermal area with the Strokkur Geyser being most eager of the bunch. Finally, you arrive at to the 32-metre tall Gullfoss waterfall in the canyon of the roaring Hvítá river. Many tour agents and travellers themselves like to make extra stops along the way to see a geothermal power plant or spend a few hours at one of the spas. You could rent a car and drive between the landmarks at your own speed. In summer, you could even use the long daylight hours to avoid the crowds that tend to come earlier in the day. If you can pick your own route, don't miss the Kerid Crater Lake — a scenic lake that occupies a 3,000 years old volcanic crater that you can easily reach on foot.

This series of broad white steps descending into the sea are one of the most unique landmarks in Zadar. Designed by the local architect Nikola Bašić, the Sea Organ consists of underwater resonant chambers carved in the steps which allow the organ to play chiming notes when the water flows into them.

Norrbyskär is an archipelago with a fascinating history, located 40 km south of Umeå. At the turn of the century, Europe's largest steam sawmill was located here. Today, it's an idyllic spot offering experiences for the whole family. Enjoy delicious food and stay in a manor-like setting at Hotel Norrbyskär. A passenger ferry, with multiple trips daily during the summer, connects the island to Norrbyn.