These are the best times to visit Iceland for good weather, to see the northern lights, avoid the crowds, or go whale-watching.

From August 12–15, 2026, the Snæfellsnes Peninsula will host a rare solar eclipse festival. Travelers can enjoy music, art, ...

Discover some of the most unforgettable experiences in the land of fire and ice, from bathing in the healing waters of the Blue Lagoon to exploring the inside of a dormant volcano.

Throwing thousands of baby puffins off a cliff is a yearly tradition for the people of Iceland's Westman Islands. It's part of what's known as... Watching thousands of baby puffins being tossed off a ...

Year-round Icelanders “go for a swim” in their hot springs and geothermal pools. This longstanding tradition is not about doing laps, but more so a warm soak and a daily chat. Here are the top ...

Remote islands offer an alternative to crowded tourist spots. But do they exist in Europe? TRAVELBOOK presents six European islands where you can escape the hustle and bustle and enjoy some solitude ...

Iceland ranks No. 1 on the 2025 Global Peace Index for safety. Does it deliver retirement serenity? Explore costs, visas, ...

How a baker, a ship captain, and a spin bowler on a volcanic rock are winning the internet — one savage-sweet tweet at a time ...

Sorvgsvatn, the Faroe Islands' largest lake, creates a mind-bending optical illusion from Trlanpa cliff, hovering impossibly above the Atlantic via clever perspective. Hike its easy trails to ...

Eyes squinting towards the horizon, salty sea spray in their hair, with squawking gulls on the hull and the thrill of meeting loved ones or ...