Enjoying the many health benefits of bathing in geothermal waters is an Icelandic tradition dating back to the Middle Ages.  Thanks to Iceland’s unique geography and high volcanic activity, natural hot springs and pools are abundant across the country. As a result, you can indulge in this local pastime all year round. Most Icelanders now […]

The Northern Lights – or Aurora Borealis – is a breathtaking natural phenomenon that illuminates the night skies of Iceland for over seven months of the year.  This Holy Grail of skywatching is on more travel bucket lists than anything else. While Iceland is one of the best places in the world for witnessing this […]

One of Iceland’s truly relaxing features is its hot springs. Hot springs are water bodies heated naturally by geothermal energy from the center of the earth. It might therefore sound ironic that such features can exist among the icy glaciers, but you will be pleasantly surprised. The temperature in Iceland’s natural hot springs is usually […]

The South Coast of Iceland is one of the most beautiful places in the country, with breathtaking landscapes, volcanic black sand beaches, waterfalls, and geysers. Whether you’re an adventurer at heart or have a detailed itinerary for your trip, taking a road trip to these popular destinations can be a breeze. Keep reading to discover […]

In recent years, Iceland has become one of the hottest tourist spots on the planet. According to Islandsbanki, Iceland will receive 1.3 million tourists in 2022 and 1.5 million by 2023. That is a staggering number of visitors since The Land of Fire and Ice only has a population of 364,000 people. But after reading […]

In 2021, over 700,000 international tourists visited Iceland. Prior to the pandemic, over 2 million people visited this island nation! It might not be on many people’s radars since it’s out of the way. But tucked in the northern hemisphere is a country that’s filled with natural wonders. In addition to hot springs and geysers, […]

Are you preparing for a trip to Iceland? Iceland is one of the most unique countries in the world where you can gaze at volcanoes, relax in hot springs, and explore the amazing Icelandic culture and historical sites. But many tourists don’t consider seeing puffins in Iceland.

Did you know that the word “geyser” comes from Iceland? Watching geysers blow is just one of many fun things to do in Iceland. Tourists come from all over to see geysers, volcanoes, and hear tell of the elves many Icelanders claim to be real. The old Icelandic calendar listed March as a winter month […]

If you were waiting for the boom in Iceland tourism to slow down before planning a trip to the Land of Fire and Ice, now’s your chance. For the first time in ten years, tourist numbers to this gorgeous destination are down. This is great news for those who’d love to experience the country at it’s best, […]

When you want to travel to the Land of Fire and Ice, your first thought is you might not be able to afford it. But you might be surprised to find out Iceland isn’t as expensive as most people imagine. Even though Iceland is ranked as one of the most expensive countries in the world, […]