"This is a funky place," Allison said of my hotel.

Even when there's nothing happening, it's a funky place that draws a sophisticated crowd which usually includes the odd local celebrity.

"I travel a lot and I always find a funky local place that's kind of off the beaten path," he said.

Lava hot springs is a kind of funky place that I personally like.

It's a funky and friendly place with really delicious food.

There is a really funky place called the Fish Company (552 5300; www.fishcompany.is) down by the harbour.

The alternatives - ubiquitous, usually funky Indonesian places - get tiresome quickly.

"We should be on the edge and play in some funky places."

The St. Feriole marina was a funky place, run by an extended family.

"It's a funky 50's place, where Mom took us on rainy days," she said.