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 […]

Iceland is beautiful no matter when you visit. But there are some benefits and drawbacks of every season.  In winter, you can expect 22 hours of darkness. But to compensate for those eerily long nights, you will have a chance to see the magical Northern Lights. Now, you won’t get to see the Northern Lights […]

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 […]

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 […]

Skaftafell is a truly spectacular location. From glaciers to volcanoes, to mountains and canyons, this is the perfect place to soak up Iceland’s most outstanding natural beauty.  In the past, Skaftafell was a National Park in its own right. It has now joined together with several other protected areas to form part of the enormous […]

Iceland has got more hot springs and swimming pools than you could visit in a lifetime! Many natural hot springs are too hot to bathe in safely, so make sure you do your research before jumping into any steamy water!  This article will tell you everything you need to know about Hot Springs and Swimming pools […]

Iceland is a wonderful place to see the Northern Lights (Aurora Borealis).  From green to yellow to blue to pink to red to purple, it can be difficult to believe that these beautiful dancing lights are completely natural. They have been captivating people for thousands of years who believed they were anything from the shining […]