Aldeyjarfoss Waterfall (Sprengisandsleið) – located 6 ½ hours northwest of Reykjavik, this waterfall is only 20 meters in height. Yet, the ballast columns that frame it, and the water’s powdery blue color (confirming its glacial origins) make this natural site a worthy destination for many eco-tourists and nature lovers. Visitors who go through the moonscape-like […]
Austur (Austurstraeti 7) – located at one of Reykjavik’s major shopping streets, this is a popular nightclub among both locals and visitors. Unlike some of the capital’s nightspots, which are casual (with drinking being the main activity), this is a full-fledged nightclub, with live DJs and a dress code that matches Austur’s sleek interior. International […]
Argentina Steakhouse (Barónsstíg 11, Reykjavik) –– Argentina Steakhouse has been a classic with Icelander´s since 1989 when the restaurant opened its doors. Being in downtown Reykjavik, Argentina Steakhouse is conveniently located for all visiting the Icelandic capital. Meat and fish, grilled Argentinean style using wooden coal, is the restaurants main fare. The outstanding skill and […]
Kringlan (Kringlunni 4-12, Reykjavik) — this is the largest shopping mall in Iceland, with over 180 stores (along with restaurants and other amenities usually found in such shopping centers). Unlike its competitor (Smaralind) – which is toward the city’s outskirts, Kringlan is located in the heart of Reykjavik. Retailers found there include: Adidas, Benetton, Ecco, […]
Akureyri Museum (Adalstraeti 58, Akureyri) – this museum, located in the north central part of the country (almost 5 hours northeast of Reykjavik) offers two permanent exhibitions depicting the history of the area from settlement to modern times: “Eyjafjorður from Early Times” and “Akureyri – the Town on the Bay”. Many interesting and unique artifacts […]
Iceland, a once-unpopulated country, was first settled by Norwegian Vikings, with a settlement in the country’s capital (Reykjavik) established back in 870 AD. Since then, Iceland has been subjected to rule from both Norway, as well as by fellow Scandinavian power Denmark — including the 17th century, when Denmark and Norway were under a […]
Wola Park (ul. Gorczewska 124, Warsaw) – there are over 180 stores and boutiques on two levels at this shopping center — featuring the latest collections and a rich offer of leatherwear, home furnishings and décor, as well as books, toys and home electronics. Other amenities include a health club, a public basketball court, volleyball […]
Sadyba Best Mall (ul. Powsinska 31, Warsaw) — this is another mall that can satisfy all your shopping needs. 100 retailers – including children’s clothing, sports shops, health products, home & interior and books can be found inside Sadyba. Services like a hair salon, pet store, florist, travel agency, photo developing center and an Orange […]
Janki Shopping Centre (ul. Mszczonowska 3, 05-090 Warsaw) — this shopping center has a number of regional and international retailers, such as Benetton, Ecco, Levi’s, Nike Adidas, Sephora, and Yves Rochers. There’s also a 10-theater movie house, and amenities like banking, a salon, pharmacies and an optician, in addition to the fast-food stalls, restaurants, and […]
Galeria Mokotów (ul. Woloska 12, Warsaw) – this large mall offers many opportunities to visitors. Stroll along the rows of boutiques, retail shops and additional services like banking, telecom centers, electronics, salon and organic market. There is also a movie theater and a bowling alley for entertainment, and a “Fikolan” children’s play area. Among the […]