Europe

Reykjavík has a population of just 130,000 people, but the Icelandic capital spans an area double the size of Paris. To get around, locals use the automobile like an expensive overcoat, and then spend the next twelve hours stuck in traffic, dreaming of flying cars. But habits are changing and so is the city: walking, […]

In a country renowned for its rural geographic wizardry, Reykjavík is a humming urban core. Approximately 350,000 folks live in Iceland, with nearly two-thirds of them calling the Greater Reykjavík region home. Sure, the “Bay of Smokes” may not be the sprawling, high-rise-clad capital that so many of its metropolitan European counterparts are – there

Iceland’s capital requires some capital. Ranking high on many “most expensive cities in Europe” lists, Reykjavík is not cheap. As with any Icelandic destination, it is oh-so-easy to be lured in with a flight that may be comparatively affordable to other continental destinations. But once your boots are on the ground, this volcanically morphed peninsula

The Icelandic capital is often ranked one of Europe’s most expensive cities, but it’s not without its bargain side – there are plenty of free things to do in Reykjavík too. As a rule of thumb, see how locals spend their weekends and afternoons to find free (or almost free) experiences around town, from culture

It’s easy to do: land in Reykjavík, hop in your adventure vehicle and head directly into Iceland’s potpourri of unreal landscapes. It’s a country made for tranquil rural escapes – meaning that too often, a lengthy stay in the capital is left off the itinerary. Well, that’s a mistake. Not only is the Greater Reykjavík

Every Icelandic student takes mandatory swimming lessons – for ten years. This rigorous curriculum has at least one happy result: pools, everywhere! The Capital Region – an urban sprawl of five municipalities, including Reykjavík – has 17 public pools altogether. All but one are outdoor, thanks to cheap geothermal heat. From the Atlantic Ocean to

Design devotees will find plenty in Prague to swoon over. Not only is the Czech capital a living masterclass in past design movements, now a new generation of creative talent are busy subverting tradition and producing beautiful, unconventional objects and spaces to explore. Here are the best things to see and do in Prague for

About me I’m a Czech girl from the Eastern part of the country. I moved to Prague to attend University and, after a few years spent abroad, have made it my official base. It’s been more than a decade now since I’ve called Prague home. The writer enjoys Old Town Square @ Veronika Primm /

Prague’s unique vibe and atmosphere beautifully reflects its wide array of shops. While stores focusing on modern Czech design have become a lot easier to find, the old-school gems are still there, often hidden away in narrow alleyways. Here are 10 shops that perfectly represent Prague’s contemporary culture. There is a unique and wide array

During these quiet, still days of hunkering down at home versus traveling, fumbling through my pantry is like taking an adventure through the past. Whether it’s the flaky sea salt from Western Island, mini bottles of Marie Sharp’s Belizean hot sauce or glass jarred bottles of tangy dijon mustard from France, I remember where I’ve