As much as we may like to disconnect from our devices on vacation, your cell phone will surely come in handy on your Icelandic adventure.  You’ll need service to check the opening times of local attractions, use online maps, and look up weather conditions before heading out on the road. Your vacation will go a […]

Iceland’s geothermal water is famous all around the world.  But the smell can take some people by surprise. (Don’t worry, you’re not imagining things. The water sometimes does smell a bit like farts in Iceland!) This article will explain why the water can have an eggy smell in Iceland. We will also tell you about […]

Most people visit Iceland because of its outstanding natural beauty and fantastic wildlife. But history lovers and film geeks have plenty of reasons to come over to Iceland too.  Glaciers, volcanoes, and steaming hot springs are all waiting to for you in “the land of fire and ice.”  Not to mention the world-famous horses that […]

If you plan on drinking alcohol while you’re visiting Iceland, you’re going to want to read this article first! We will tell you where to buy alcohol in Iceland and how much it’s going to cost. Plus, we will give the low down on drinking culture and alcohol laws, so you don’t turn up to […]

Lots of people want to know if there are any dogs in Iceland. The answer is yes, of course! There is some confusion about this topic because pet dogs were banned in Reykjavik between 1924 to 1984. Unless you had a special permit, you could not bring your dog into the city. But that’s no […]

Iceland’s black sand beaches are famous all around the world. They may not be as warm as the tropical golden sands of the Mediterranean, but they are sure to take your breath away! These remarkable black beaches were formed through ancient volcanic activity. But so long as you know what you’re doing, they are perfectly […]

Iceland is well-known for its good salaries and high standard of social care. But it would be wrong to say that poverty does not exist in the country.  Just like anywhere in the world, you will find both wealth and poverty in Iceland. In 2017, the most recent report available, an estimated 8.8% of Icelandic […]

Iceland is an independent country with its own language, culture, and traditions. It is part of the European Economic Agreement but not an official EU state.  Much of the land in Iceland is owned by the state and open for everyone to use. That means that many glaciers, hot springs, and forests are accessible to […]

As tempting as it might be to pass through the capital city without a second thought, there are so many things to see and do in Reykjavik.  So, before you head out to Iceland’s glaciers, volcanoes, and black sand beaches, don’t forget to spend some time exploring the fascinating museums or checking out the nightlife […]

It would take a lifetime to experience everything that Iceland has to offer. But you don’t have to do absolutely everything while you’re here! If you want to get the most out of a trip to Iceland, we recommend that you stay for at least a week. But if you can possibly stretch it, two […]