Category Archives: Iceland

My Best Advice for First-Timer’s in Reykjavik, Iceland

If you’re visiting for the first time, this Reykjavik city guide has everything you need...

My List of 25 Things I Loved Doing in Reykjavik

Whether you're exploring Iceland or just stopping on a layover, there are plenty of amazing...

Exactly What We Did (& loved!) in Vik, Iceland

This gem of a town in southern Iceland makes a perfect stop on your itinerary....

Best Airbnbs in Iceland (our personal picks!)

If you’re planning a trip to the Land of Fire & Ice, you’ll want to...

What I Wish I’d Known About Renting a Car in Iceland (+ driving tips)

After 3 very different trips, we're sharing our personal experience with renting a car in...

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The 7-Day Iceland Itinerary We’d Recommend to First-Timers

This is the 7-day Iceland itinerary we’d personally recommend to first-timers, complete with day-by-day plans,...

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My Favorite Stops Along Iceland’s Ring Road (copy our route!)

One of the best ways to experience Iceland is by driving the iconic Ring Road...

Guide to Iceland Hot Springs: What to Expect & How Not to Embarrass Yourself!

Discover what to expect at Iceland’s best hot springs and exactly how to reach them...

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Our Favorite Iceland Hikes (+ advice for first-timers!)

We’ve done quite a bit of trekking around this jaw-dropping country and we’ve compiled a...

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Fimmvörðuháls Hike: Tips From My Favorite Day Hike in Iceland

Arguably one of the best day hikes in Iceland, we’ll walk you through everything you...

Incredible Iceland Waterfalls We Loved (+ exact locations!)

Find out what to expect and exactly how to get to some of the best...

How to Plan the Perfect Iceland Honeymoon (+ itinerary!)

If you are dreaming of an Iceland honeymoon, you’ve come to the right place! This...

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Best Time to Visit Iceland (+ when to avoid!)

Wondering when is the best time to visit Iceland? This article breaks down what to...

What I Wish I Knew About Grocery Shopping in Iceland

If you're planning a trip to Iceland, it's good to keep in mind just how...

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Ultimate Icelandic Food Guide: What to Try & What to Skip

During our time in Iceland we spent plenty of time doing "research" on Icelandic cuisine...

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Our Favorite Iceland Photography Locations (+free map!)

Searching for the best Iceland photography locations? Browse our personal photo collection to see exactly...

Honest Happy Campers Review: Iceland’s best campervan rental?

Happy Campers is one of Iceland’s most well-known campervan rental companies. In this Happy Campers...

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Reykjadalur Hot Springs: Guide to Iceland’s Idyllic Thermal River

Soaking up the steamy waters of the Reykjadalur Hot Spring Thermal River is one of...

Reynisfjara Beach: Iceland’s Most Famous Black Sand Beach

Planning a trip to the famous black sand beach in Iceland? We're sharing everything you...

Fosslaug Hot Spring: What to Know Before Visiting This Remote Iceland Gem

Nestled in the Icelandic countryside, Fosslaug Hot Springs is a natural soaking pool that’s free...

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Everything You Need to Know Before Hiking to Glymur Waterfall

Iceland has thousands of waterfalls, yet few pack the punch of Glymur Waterfall, the country’s...