No trip to Daytona Beach is complete without a visit to the world-famous Daytona International Speedway. Whether you’re attending a race like the legendary Daytona 500 or taking a guided tour, this iconic track is a must-see. For an insider experience, check out the Motorsports Hall of Fame of America or hop on the Speedway Tour to walk the track, see the pit area, and learn about the history of this high-octane venue.

SAM, as the locals call it, is a world-renowned museum with three distinct venues: the Seattle Art Museum downtown, the Seattle Asian Art Museum in Volunteer Park, and the Olympic Sculpture Park along the waterfront. You can easily spend hours exploring the diverse art collections from various time periods and cultures at each location.

This historic gem in Daytona Beach is the heart of the city’s performing arts scene. The Peabody Auditorium hosts an impressive lineup, including the Daytona Beach Symphony Society, touring Broadway productions, the Daytona Beach Civic Ballet, and a variety of performances that cater to all ages. Be sure to check the schedule—you might catch a world-class act while you’re in town.

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.