If you thought Christmas was all about cozy sweaters and sugar cookies, think again. In Iceland, the holiday season is a thrilling blend of folklore, food, and firelight – where trolls roam, cats devour the unfashionable, and children await nightly visits from a gang of rascally pranksters. Welcome to Iceland’s strange and spectacular Christmas. 🕯️ […]
Iceland wasn’t just a trip – it was a connection with the planet. Every day felt like the land was speaking directly to me, in whispers of steam, roars of waterfalls, and the quiet hush of moss-covered lava fields. I arrived with a packed lunch and a heart full of anticipation. The first thing I
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Few experiences rival the magic of seeing the Northern Lights dance across Iceland’s night sky. But catching them isn’t just about luck – it’s about timing, location, and a little science. Although we were not lucky enough to see them, we learned a lot along the way and using the tips below will really help
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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,
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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