Iceland is a place that has experienced an exponential growth in tourism over the last decade or so. It seems like nowadays everyone you know has either visited the country, has read about it or wants to go eventually. But this relatively recent tourism boom comes at a price. The country’s officials have begun creating measures to raise awareness...
Throwing random clothes in a bag, hours before a flight, usually doesn't work out well. I am notorious for doing this before trips, and one particular instance where I packed more pants than underwear sticks out in my memory. If you are headed to Iceland this summer, you don't want to pack last minute. Rain jackets, wool socks, the...
Everybody knows what a hot dog is. It is such a popular and yummy food and at the same time a simple and cheap one. They are just a sausage in a bun with some toppings, but God, do we love them! Many countries, cities and regions have their own signature hot dog, so the flavor is never the...
Motorhomes are the terrestrial whales of the road. They are big, cumbersome, and yet they instill a sense of adventure in those who drive past them. Adventure is synonymous with Iceland. Its wild, untouched countryside captivates those who visit it. It would seem like a match made in heaven, that renting an RV and driving through the countryside is...
Imagine this: you are floating in opaque misty blue water surrounded by ancient lava fields while you drink a smoothie. The steam fills the air and opens up your lungs. You are totally relaxed. Looking up at a pale blue sky and you begin to daydream. Just as you close your eyes, a silhouetted figure emerges, standing above you....
Today we will drift away from the typical routes so we can discover Iceland’s hidden pearls. Traveling to the interior of Iceland can be challenging, so you need to be prepared for tough road and weather conditions. The most important thing to keep in mind is the type of vehicles authorized in these areas. Let’s learn about the Highlands...
Iceland comes alive every summer with a plethora of outdoor activities, cultural festivals and music festivals. One of the most popular of these is the Secret Solstice Music Festival, also known as The Midnight Sun Music Festival. The annual music event takes place during 96 hours of sunlight from Thursday, June 21st through Sunday, June 24th and we've created...
Summer is already around the corner and with warmer weather also comes the high season in the tourism industry. Iceland will be bursting with tourists that are eager to get to know its beautiful landscapes and cities. Many of them are interested in things to do in Reykjavik and that kind of inspired me. As this blog is all...
In addition to being known as the Land of Fire and Ice, Iceland is also known as the land of the Midnight Sun. Iceland’s Midnight Sun should be on every traveler's bucket list as it is something that everyone needs to experience at least once in a lifetime. You're probably wondering where the best places are to experience it....
So you are traveling to Iceland this summer, and you're not sure what the best events and activities are? We're here to help. We've created a guide to Iceland's summer festivals for 2018. Hopefully, you'll find it useful in planning your trip to Iceland, enjoy!
Summer Festivals in Iceland During the Month of June
June is the official beginning of summer...
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