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Category: Icelands West
Everything on the west of Iceland, be it the capital region around Reykjavik, the Snæfellsnes peninsula or the majestic westfjords…
Kerið Volcanic crater in Iceland
Kerið is truly a highlight in Iceland that you shouldn’t miss. The crater is located in the south of Iceland, more precisely in the area known as Grímsnes, and is part of the so-called Golden Circle, a popular route for day trips from Reykjavík. What makes Kerið so special is its striking appearance. The crater […]
Icelands Westfjords: Tips for a road tri...
The Westfjords (Vestfirðir) Islands are one of the last areas of the country where you can experience the rugged and natural side of the land. Located far north, in close proximity to the Arctic Circle, you will find dozens of small and large fjords that give the region its name. I visited the Westfjords for […]
Snæfellsnes – Iceland’s serene wildernes
Mini-Iceland, that’s what the small peninsula north of Reykjaness is called. In Snæfellsnes, you can experience many of the landscape scenes that make Iceland so unique in a small area. There’s a volcano, a basalt coast, a beach, mountains, and much more. A Stormy Road Trip through Snæfellsnes In the harsh, stormy winter of […]
Golden Circle in Iceland
The Golden Circle in Iceland is the country’s most popular route, offering the best sights in a single day trip. It includes everything that one must see in Iceland, from historical sites to hot springs, waterfalls, and sometimes even the Northern Lights. Millions of tourists visit this route every year to marvel at these attractions. […]
That’s how long a trip around Icelands r
How long is a journey along the Ring Road in Iceland? The duration of a journey along the Ring Road in Iceland depends on what you want to see, when you are there, how many stops you want to make, and many other factors. Therefore, it’s essential to consider each case individually and decide how […]
8 mistakes to avoid on your Iceland vaca...
An Iceland vacation and the big question: What mistakes should I avoid and how can I prevent missing out? Having gained experience from many trips to Iceland, I have learned a lot about what can go wrong, and to prevent this from happening to you, I share my tips for a perfect vacation in Iceland! […]
Blue Lagoon Iceland – Everything About t
Iceland’s Blue Lagoon — what is it actually all about? Where do I find the Bláa Lónið? How did the hot spring come to be? How much does admission to the modern spa cost? What makes this thermal bath in Iceland so special? When is the best time to visit this hot pot — […]
Into the Glacier – Inside the Ice Cave a
Visiting an ice cave had been on my radar for quite a while, but on my previous trips it just never worked out. Either the caves had already closed for the season or I wasn’t in the right part of the country. On this trip I hadn’t planned an ice cave visit either — […]
The Freezer Hostel on Snæfellsnes in Ice
At first I drive right past it, but then I catch the shrinking red sign in my rear-view mirror after all. I turn around, drive into the small village of Rif and take a left. The big red-and-black building sits there rather unspectacularly. Nobody answers the door, which carries a sign pointing out that […]