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 […]

Iceland is a wonderful place to go hiking.  There is an abundance of waterfalls, volcanoes, canyons, and glaciers, so you’ll never get bored on the trails! It would take a lifetime to discover all the incredible places that you can go hiking in Iceland. Unfortunately, most people aren’t able to visit for that long!  If […]

There are some awesome boating and river rafting adventures to be had in Iceland.  Thanks to the meltwater running off its mighty glaciers, Iceland has countless glacial rivers and lagoons that are waiting to be explored.  The oceans surrounding the country are teeming with life, offering plenty of opportunities to go whale watching or fishing […]

Iceland is a land of changeable weather and otherworldly sights. It is essential to know what to pack to feel prepared on your trip to Iceland. From boots to waterproof camera cases, our list of organized essentials is enough to streamline any packing extravaganza when you need to know what to pack and what not […]

Weather in Iceland is not as cold as you might think, but it can change very quickly.  The country is located close to the Arctic Circle and has both the Arctic and the Atlantic forces pushing in on it. It is more temperate than you would think. However, there are some icy months when traveling […]

Iceland is the safest country in the world. Do not take our word for it: the Global Peace Index rated Iceland as the world’s least violent country for 12 years running! The biggest threats to travelers in Iceland come from unpredictable weather patterns and extreme winter conditions. This can make both hiking and driving more dangerous […]

If you are planning a trip to Iceland, you are going to need to know how to pay for things! Iceland is an almost cashless society, with nearly every purchase made by credit and debit cards. You won’t need much cash at all for your trip. However, there are some important things that you need […]

Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon is one of Iceland’s most iconic locations. Located in the South East of Iceland, this enormous lake is fed by glacial meltwater from the largest Glacier in Europe. In the water, icebergs bob up and down, and seals hunt for their dinner. Above you, arctic birds squabble over fish and screech at […]

You simply cannot come to Iceland without a visit to our spectacular Vatnajökull National Park. You will find enough breath-taking scenery and exhilarating activities to keep you busy for a lifetime, but we have condensed everything you need to know into this ultimate guide to the park, helping you to get the most out of […]