Reykjavik Travel Guide

About ReykjavikBackdropped by the hulking Mount Esja and perched on the southern shores of Faxaflói Bay, nature is never far away in Reykjavik.Yet, despite its obvious natural beauties, the world’s most northerly capital is a vibrant place that’s home to rows of colourful houses and a populace that gives the concept of living for the moment a whole

Norway Shopping and nightlife

Shopping in NorwayMost towns have plenty of shops selling Norwegian handicrafts such as traditional knits, silverwork and woodcarving. Silversmiths and potteries are common and well worth visiting for unique homeware and jewellery. Traditional items include printed textiles and silver, enamel, pewter, glass and porcelain jewellery, crockery and trinkets.

Things to see and do in Barbados

Attractions in BarbadosAdmire the colonial architectureThe Jacobean St Nicholas Abbey is graced with ornate Persian arches and well-kept gardens. Although now in ruins, Farley Hill is still covered in hibiscus and poinsettias and is one of the island's most storied plantation houses.