Things To Do in Iceland

You won’t have to spend very long researching your trip to Iceland before you figure out just how many hot springs and thermal baths there are in the country. Geothermal energy is a big deal here, and the ground’s heat warms water for commercial, residential and leisure purposes. It’s no surprise, therefore, that there are […]

Iceland is one of the dream travel destination on many’s bucket list, and an awe inspiring, enchanting place that doesn’t lose its magical potency if you’re on your own. From vast, sweeping panoramas to deserted beaches and craggy fjords, Iceland lends an aura that is perfect for going it solo. In fact, its safe atmosphere, […]

If you plan to be a summer visitor to Iceland then you might be curious to explore the country’s interior. The central Icelandic highlands cover a significant proportion of Iceland’s area, yet receive a tiny fraction of the visitors that loop the ring road. Vast, rugged and unspoilt, mountainous and partially covered by glaciers, the […]

Iceland’s home to some exquisite canyons, such as vividly coloured Studlagil in East Iceland and fairytale Fjaðrárgljúfur in the south of the country. But their beauty is no secret and so it’s highly unlikely you’ll have them to yourself. The good news is that there are other canyons which you might say are just as […]

Planning a trip to witness Golden Circle, volcanoes, puffin colonies, and iconic black sand beaches? The best way to make sure you experience all that Iceland has to offer is by road trip. As many budget travelers know, renting a car in this country typically isn’t cheap! Here are a few expert tips for making […]

When it comes to canyons, Iceland punches above its weight. These beautiful steep-sided valleys entice visitors away from the road and into the countryside – and with good reason. Often remote and unspoilt, sometimes fragile and always breathtaking, they lead to interesting rock formations and hidden waterfalls. While many of Iceland’s canyons are deserving highlights […]

A large proportion of travellers to Iceland are keen to rent a car. When you think about it, that makes a lot of sense: many of the country’s most scenic spots are hard to reach on public transport and tours can quickly get expensive, especially if there’s a group of you. But Iceland’s roads are […]

Spend any time on internet forums or social media and it won’t be long before you see posts asking how long it takes to drive around Iceland. In an ideal world, the answer would be “how much time have you got?” But in truth, constraints such as annual leave and the relatively high cost of […]

If you’re planning your first ever trip to Iceland, you’re in for a real treat. But first, you have a daunting array of choices ahead – where to go, what to do, where to stay, how to get around. It can feel overwhelming, but that’s where we come in – here are our top ten […]

It’s always a good idea to have comprehensive insurance coverage when you’re driving, and that’s doubly the case when you are abroad. Iceland’s no difference, but there are a few decisions you will need to make that don’t crop up elsewhere. Here’s our handy guide to choosing which rental car insurance you should get in […]