With a population of just 15,000, Akureyki would seem like a small town to most. In Iceland, it's the second largest city. Sitting on the shores of the Eyjafjordur Fjord, Akureyri has some of the best weather in Iceland and is a popular vacation spot for Icelanders. Some if its best-known attractions include the botanical gardens with more than 2,000 plant species, many museums and breathtaking scenery. (GETTY IMAGES)