If you’re going to be visiting Iceland, you need to brush up on the law. Of course, there are some funny rules and regulations that we could just laugh about (like how you aren’t allowed to print the Icelandic flag on panties). But let’s focus on the things that could get you in serious trouble! […]

A self-drive tour is by far the best way to get around Iceland. But there are a few things that you need to know about driving in our neck of the woods! Nobody wants to be the total rookie on the single-track roads, causing traffic jams and driving the locals to despair as they park […]

The way that people treat you says more about their relationship with themself than how they feel about you. So it makes sense that Icelandic people are so friendly! As well as being open-hearted and kind, Icelandic people are consistently rated as the happiest in the world! That happiness translates into how locals treat each […]

Iceland’s official language is Icelandic. It’s an ancient Nordic language that we can trace all the way back to the early settlers and Vikings. So it can be pretty tricky for foreigners to learn the pronunciation at first. (Understatement of the year!).  But you don’t have to worry. We speak good English in Iceland, with […]

You’ve probably heard a rumor that Iceland is really expensive. And compared to some countries, it’s true.  Someone coming from Argentina would probably be in for a shock at the supermarket, with a loaf of bread costing three times more in Iceland than back home.  But is Iceland really so expensive for most of the […]

Tipping etiquette varies significantly from country to country. When it comes to Iceland, tipping is appreciated but not expected.  You are welcome to tip for good service when visiting Iceland, but it isn’t mandatory or even standard practice. Restaurants typically include service charges in the bill. Plus, servers will not be relying on your tip […]

If you’re not careful, a trip to Iceland can get expensive! The Icelandic cost of living is higher than in most of Europe, but it is perfectly possible to explore Iceland on a tighter budget. The reliance on imported goods makes Iceland an expensive country to live in, and the local people are paid a […]

Fjadrargljufur canyon is as beautiful as it is impossible to pronounce. Situated in the South, this extraordinary canyon is one of Iceland’s most precious gems. 100 meters deep and an incredible 2 kilometers long, Fjadrargljufur was created 2 million years ago at the end of the last Ice Age The canyon might be ancient, but […]

The Golden Circle is a breathtaking sightseeing route in Iceland.  Starting and finishing in Reykjavik, this 300-kilometer route can be enjoyed as a day trip from the capital city or as a detour on the much longer Ring Road that goes around the whole of Iceland.  Being conveniently located and bursting with spectacular scenery, The […]

You are going to want to buy the perfect souvenir to remember your visit to Iceland! Iceland has certainly got plenty of beautiful handcrafted goods that you can buy. But many cheap, imported goods are pretending to be the real deal.  If you don’t know what you’re doing, it’s easy to end up spending a […]