Things To Do in Iceland

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Few places in the world look as cinematic as Iceland. The country’s volcanic landscapes, glaciers, black sand deserts, and waterfalls have made it one of the most popular filming locations for Hollywood movies. From science fiction blockbusters to action movies and adventure films, Iceland has doubled as alien planets, frozen battlefields, and remote fantasy worlds. […]

The 2023 volcanic eruption in Iceland at Litli-Hrútur mountain captured global attention. Lava fountains shot high into the air and glowing rivers of magma flowed across the Reykjanes Peninsula, drawing thousands of visitors hoping to witness an eruption in Iceland Although the eruption has now ended, the new lava fields and dramatic volcanic landscape remain […]

If you’re planning a trip to Iceland, one of the first things you should know is this: You won’t find trains, metros, or underground systems in this small island nation. There is no railway system in Iceland. Public transport is limited. And many of the country’s most beautiful natural attractions sit far from towns and […]

If you’re planning a trip to Iceland, one of the biggest questions you might have is: Is food expensive in Iceland? The honest answer? Yes, it can be. But that doesn’t mean you can’t eat well on a budget. From Icelandic hot dogs in Reykjavík to American fast food chains, gas station meals, and supermarkets […]

If you are looking to explore the road less traveled in West Iceland, Borgarfjörður is one of Iceland’s most rewarding and underrated regions. While many visitors focus on the Golden Circle or South Coast, Borgarfjörður offers equally dramatic scenery with fewer crowds. Located just over an hour from Reykjavík, Borgarfjörður Iceland is perfect for a […]

The north part of Iceland holds some of the country’s most dramatic and lesser-visited landscapes, and Ásbyrgi Canyon is one of the true highlights. If you are planning a North Iceland road trip, this horseshoe-shaped canyon should absolutely be on your itinerary. Located within Vatnajökull National Park, Ásbyrgi Canyon is famous for its towering cliffs, […]

If you’re planning a trip to Iceland, one of the first questions you might ask is: What language do they speak in Iceland? The official language of Iceland is Icelandic. It’s a unique Nordic language that has remained remarkably close to Old Norse, the language spoken by the Vikings who settled Iceland in the 9th […]

The Golden Circle Iceland route is the most popular day trip from Reykjavík – and for good reason. In just one loop, you experience: If you’re planning a self-drive Golden Circle tour, this guide covers everything you need to know, including driving time, route map details, road conditions, the best rental car, and hidden detours […]

There can be more sheep than human in Iceland Depending on the season, there are between 500,000 and 800.000 Icelandic sheep in the country. Even at their lowest population, sheep outnumber people nearly 2 to 1. If you are planning a self-drive trip in Iceland, you will almost certainly see them along the Ring Road […]

Surrounded by a turquoise glacial lagoon on one side and the powerful Atlantic Ocean on the other, Diamond Beach in Iceland looks like something from a fairytale. Officially known as Breiðamerkursandur, this iconic black sand beach on Iceland’s South Coast is famous for the glittering ice chunks that wash ashore from nearby Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon. […]