Do not pass up the opportunity to visit Gullfoss falls while in Iceland. The two-tiered waterfall cascades into a canyon, and visitors are able to walk right up next to it. There is a waterfall lookout beside the parking lot, but those seeking...
An opportunity to see Yoda you shall not miss. The Yoda Cave in Iceland is in the shape of none other than Yoda himself. At first you might think this is just a tourist trap or maybe the cave barely looks like him....
The Reykjanes Peninsula is in such a convenient location that everyone who travels to Iceland has no excuse not to spend time there. The majority of people fly into Keflavík airport in Iceland, which is located in the northern section of the peninsula....
The Glacier Lagoon and Diamond Beach were some of my favorite attractions in Iceland. The Glacier Lagoon’s technical name is Jökulsárlón. There are various glacier lagoons in Iceland, but Jökulsárlón is the most popular and thus appropriately nicknamed the Glacier Lagoon. I will...
You might just stumble upon a waterfall or another beautiful attraction while visiting Iceland because they are so prevalent. However, Iceland also has a few wonders that are more difficult to find. Many people miss out on experiencing them simply because they do...
There seems to be a waterfall everywhere you look in Iceland. My partner and I saw 15+ waterfalls during our trip. However, I never got tired of them. Each waterfall is incredibly unique and thus offers a completely different experience from all others....
Whenever I start to plan a trip somewhere, I always look at their available excursions. Therefore, as I first began to think about planning a trip to Iceland, I googled “best tours in Iceland”. There were SO MANY options from which to choose....
The Silfra fissure is a popular tourist destination for snorkeling and scuba diving due to its incredibly clear waters. Divers can see views up to approximately 300 feet (~100 meters) away while underwater. As a bonus, the water is also pure enough to...
The Blue Lagoon is arguably the most popular and well-known attraction in Iceland. Known throughout the world as a geothermal pool with striking blue waters, it offers all of its visitors the chance for relaxation and rejuvenation. Oh, and did I mention everyone gets...
This is it: the article about my FAVORITE activity in Iceland. Others might say their favorite was the Glacier Lagoon, black sand beaches, or Blue Lagoon. My boyfriend’s favorite was hiking an erupting volcano. I agree those are all incredible experiences, but they...
My favorite waterfall of our entire road trip around Iceland was Gljufrabui (also known as Gljúfrabúi or Gljúfrafoss). Why, you might ask? The waterfall is unique. It is not visible from the road or even from the path leading up to it. Instead,...
Our first day in Iceland was full of adventures: snorkeling in the Silfra fissure between tectonic plates, exploring Geysir Hot Springs, and getting sprayed by the majestic Gullfoss. However, we also had one unplanned adventure. When we arrived at our lodging for the...
I know what you are thinking. Swimming in Iceland - am I sure about this? However, the country has its fair share of geothermal pools, which means no matter the temperature you can enjoy warm waters. While the majority of my suggestions are...
My second favorite activity in Iceland was glacier kayaking in Jökulsárlón, also known as the Glacier Lagoon. I love kayaking here in the States, and I even own an inflatable kayak. You can thus imagine my excitement when we kayaked in glacial waters...