Why the Icelandic Horse is the best breed

Famous for their friendly temperament and extra gaits, these horses are truly world-renowned. Here’s why we fell in love…
Setting baby puffins free (Westman Islands, Iceland)

Setting baby puffins free in Iceland on the open sea is an unforgettable experience. Here’s how to do it.
Puffin Patrol in the Westman Islands, Iceland

11 pm. Dark sky. Windy but crisp air. Ears perked. Eyes alert. Gloves on to reduce hand oil. This is what a night on Puffin Patrol (technically “puffling patrol”) in Iceland is like.
5 Things to Remember When Your Pet Dies

She saw my coming-of-age moments and loved me all the same. So great was her love, in fact, that she became my mother-in-law’s home health care therapy dog. She loved nothing more than to sit on elderly clients’ laps, or nestle right into their sides, and provide a warm place for their hands to stroke. […]