A mysterious taxidermy man-beast of the seven seas.

The natural hot spring that was integral to the creation of Canada's first national park.

The ruins of the "20-year town" lay out among the mountains of Alberta.

The oldest natural history museum in western Canada houses more than 5,000 vintage botanical and zoological specimens.

Try the alligator at this fondue spot, which has been catering to "lovers and hedonists" since 1967.

The remains of an idyllic small town built for the film 'Big Fish' still stand around a rundown main street.

Feast on buckets of garlicky snails.

Step back in time at this 19th-century kiosk.

Sip cherry liqueur at a bar dating back to 1840.

Eat the ultimate iteration of Portugal's most beloved pastry.

The history of drinking is told through 1,800 cups, chalices, and glasses at this exhibit.

A deer-headed statue that brings together a 12th-century legend and big wave surfing.

The ancient sauropod tracks found in this former quarry are some of the largest in the world.

After the owner of this Art Nouveau home died, it was turned into a museum displaying a lifetime dedicated to art.

One of the few places in Portugal where the Celtic ritual of wearing large wooden masks is still practiced.

A 19th-century mansion houses the largest collection of gin in the European Union.

This museum contains a vast array of puppets and marionettes from all over the world, featuring incredible works by Portuguese creators.

Europe's oldest still-operational tea farm also boasts a spectacular view.

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

In the Monastery of São Vicente resides a gallery devoted to a breathtaking collection of seashells.

A windswept necropolis carved into the rocks overlooks the "most Portuguese town in Portugal."

One man's remarkable private collection of art from around the world.

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

When Azorean green tea meets volcanic hot springs water, a luminous brew is born.