Imagine walking into a building that looks like a futuristic crystal crashing into a historic mansion—and finding yourself face-to-face with a towering dinosaur skeleton. Welcome to the Royal Ontario Museum (or just ROM, if you're a local), one of Canada’s most mind-blowing treasure chests of history, culture, and science.

Imagine warm turquoise water flowing out from a cave carved into the cliffs, surrounded by clouds of mist and the echo of birdsong. Now add hanging vines, jungle-like mountains, and just enough magic in the air to make you believe the stories locals still whisper—that fairies live here, just out of sight. Welcome to Grutas de Tolantongo, one of Mexico’s most surreal natural wonders.