Our last full day in Iceland began with a bittersweet breakfast and a promise to soak in every last puffin-free moment. We started with a spiritual skyline… ⛪ Hallgrímskirkja Church & Rainbow Road: Pride & Pipes We visited Hallgrímskirkja, Iceland’s tallest church, with its dramatic tower inspired by the basalt columns at Svartifoss. It’s Lutheran, […]

Today was a blend of history, city charm, and one very memorable dinner in Reykjavík. 🛡️ The Settlement Centre: Vikings & Verses After a 1-hour drive, we arrived at The Settlement Centre in Borgarnes. Entry was 3500 ISK, and the experience took about an hour – a perfect primer on Iceland’s early days. There are

Today was our Day of Religion – a journey through Iceland’s spiritual past, from pagan waterfalls to festive folklore. We began with a sacred splash… 🌊 Goðafoss: Where Gods Took the Plunge Just 15 minutes from our hotel, we arrived at Goðafoss, the “Waterfall of the Gods.” It’s a short 5-minute walk from the parking

We began our day with a cozy self-serve breakfast at Eyjólfsstaðir Guesthouse from 9 to 10 AM. Then we hit the road for Northern Iceland’s geothermal gems and volcanic wonders. 📸 Stuðlagil Canyon: Hidden Columns of Glory Our first stop was Stuðlagil Canyon, a 1 hour and 10 minute drive away. This stunning canyon was

We checked out of our cozy farm stay at 9 AM, shoes on and spirits high. Bucky waved goodbye to the ducks and sheep, promising to return soon. Today’s journey took us through Eastern Iceland – a land of cinematic mountains, hidden waterfalls, and one very questionable road. 🌄 Stokksnes Beach & Vestrahorn: Moody Mountains

Today was all about Iceland’s southeast — a land of lava, ice, and a surprising amount of duck sightings. 🌊 Dyrhólaey Viewpoint and Reynisfjara Black Sand Beach: No Puffins, Just Wind Our first stop was Dyrhólaey, a 30-minute drive away. This cliffy peninsula is known for puffin sightings – but we were too late in

After a hearty buffet breakfast at our guesthouse, we checked out at 9 AM and hit the road for Iceland’s stunning South Coast. 🪨 Kerið Crater: A Splash of Crimson Our first stop was Kerið Crater Lake, a 50-minute drive away. Entry was 600 ISK per person – a small fee, though we felt a

Today was a day of warm waters, chilly winds, and geothermal spectacles. Bucky wore his tiny towel like a cape and declared himself “King of the Hot Springs.” We started early with a splash at Iceland’s most famous spa — the Blue Lagoon! 💙 Blue Lagoon: Bucky’s Spa Debut From 8 to 11 AM, we

We’ve landed! Bucky flopped out of my backpack like a pancake and declared Iceland “officially breezy.” And breezy it was — even as a Canadian, I nearly regretted not packing my winter coat. Thank goodness for last-minute instincts! My ski jacket saved me from becoming a windswept icicle. We touched down at 9:30 AM, blinking

Hello, lovely readers! I’m Sally, and this is Bucky — my mischievous, marshmallow-hearted stuffed beaver who insists on being the star of every photo and occasionally tries to steal my snacks. Together, we set off on a magical adventure to Iceland, land of fire, ice, and very unpredictable skies! Planning this trip was a bit