Iceland

Best for: Mountains, Solitude, Adventure, Nature Only, Chill, Mild, Windy, Wilderness, Escapism, Inspiring, Off The Beaten Path, Road Trip, Stargazing

Volcanic landscapes, glaciers, black sand beaches, and the northern lights. Iceland feels like another planet: raw, empty, and stunning.

Ring Road is the classic route; Jökulsárlón glacier lagoon and black-sand beaches are unmissable. Hot springs everywhere, from the Blue Lagoon to secret pools. Best between September and April for northern lights.