Lisa Abend
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How to Plan a Knitting Vacation in Iceland
In a country with more sheep than people, a D.I.Y. wool journey — from sheep farms to yarn shops — makes perfect sense. Our writer...
Barcelona Confronts Mass Tourism
This summer, thousands of local protesters in the Spanish city denounced overtourism. With more crowds expected for the America’s Cup, we visited the areas where...
5 Hot Springs in Iceland That Aren’t the Blue Lagoon
Some say Iceland’s more than 600 geothermal springs are the secret to its citizens’ happiness. Here’s a selection of scenic waters in and around Reykjavik...
Girls Are Outnumbered in Jazz. At This Summer Camp, They Run the Show.
Jazz Camp for Girls, a four-day program in Denmark, has expanded to Finland, Poland and Sweden this year, giving young musicians a space to play...
Copenhagen: What to Eat, Drink and Do This Summer
Add the Tour de France — starting in Denmark’s capital this year — to the roster of summer activities, which also includes music festivals, design...
In 'Flee,' Jonas Poher Rasmussen Animates His Friend's Story
Jonas Poher Rasmussen’s childhood friend kept his flight from Afghanistan secret for 20 years. Now, Rasmussen has told his story through the award-winning film “Flee.”