#Iceland

Located in western Iceland, Snæfellsnes (pronounced SNAIY-fell-SNES) and the Snæfellsnes Peninsula are often called "miniature Iceland" because they feature everything that makes Iceland worth visiting. With stunning landscapes and hidden spots to explore, give this volcanic region a visit after reading about its best features.

Húsavík is a small town that looks out over Skjálfandi Bay on Iceland’s northern coast. It has gained international fame as one of the world's best places to see whales.

Meaning "Smoky Bay" in Icelandic, Reykjavik has a population of just 200,000. While that means that it just about qualifies as a city, you won’t be short on fantastic things to do in Reykjavik — even on a tight schedule.

No trip to a big city is complete without diving into local history at its primary museum, and Reykjavik is no exception. With more than 3,000 items on three floors, the National Museum of Iceland explains the history of the island, from early settlements dating back to the Middle Ages to the present day. What follows is a lowdown on what to expect.

Iceland is renowned for its fishing villages, and Siglufjördur is one of the best. With a population of only 1,300, the town boasts an idyllic harbor, which, like those of similar towns, thrives due to the fishing industry.