There are so many benefits to self-driving in Iceland. You’ll be able to take things at your own pace, and you’ll have far more control over your vacation. It is also considerably cheaper to self-drive than take most organised tours, and you can go with the flow and change your plans as you discover what […]

You can get to Iceland by plane or ferry. But a word of warning. The ferry from Denmark takes between 2 and 3 days to arrive, so it’s not the most practical option for shorter trips. The simpler option would be to fly to Reykjavik airport, which is well connected to Europe and North America. […]

Reykjavik comes alive at night. At the weekend, some of the clubs will stay open until 5:30 am, with people dancing right until kick-out time. But if you’d rather sip a good beer in a cosy booth, there are plenty of great microbars serving local brews to check out too. This article will tell you […]

If you’re hoping to see some amazing waterfalls in Iceland, you’re not going to be disappointed. It would be tough to spend any time in Iceland without coming across a lot of them by accident! You’ll be able to see some waterfalls from the car as you drive around the country, but others can only […]

The traditional dishes in Iceland typically include meat or fish. After all, the early settlers had to survive in an unforgiving climate, where it wasn’t always easy to grow fresh vegetables. Some of these traditional meals can be shocking to Western tourists, who are used to only eating the “prime cuts” of meat. But in […]

There is so much to see and do on the South Coast of Iceland. You can hike through spectacular natural spaces, kick back in a hot tub, or explore the glacial caves. History buffs shouldn’t miss a visit to the shipwrecks and ancient settlements along the coast, and party lovers can head for a night […]

The Snæfellsnes Peninsula is a breathtaking place. It’s only a couple of hours from Reykjavik by car, and it’s a must-see destination for nature lovers. You’ll find countless volcanoes, glaciers, fjords, mountains, and towering sea cliffs on the peninsula. So while it’s possible to go there for a day trip, you’ll have a much richer […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]