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Summary Address How to Get There What to Expect at the Diamond Beach What to Wear Safety The Best Time to Visit Nearby Hikes Address Diamond Beach, 781, Iceland Get directions How to Get There Iceland is filled with surreal environments, including awe-inspiring lava fields and stunning volcanic craters. However, it’s easy to overlook the…
1. An Unforgettable Experience in Iceland I came for the northern lights and left seeing so much more. 2. Captivating Northern Lights I got the call at dusk—the one that some visitors to Iceland never get. The northern lights had been spotted in Hella’s sky, and Hotel Rangá had faithfully placed the wake-up call to…
Volcanic Eruption in Iceland: An Overview Introduction to the Baby Volcano Current Status of the Eruption Impact of the Eruption Implications for Visitors Viewing the Eruption Introduction to the Baby Volcano Active volcanoes like Mount Vesuvius and Mauna Loa have long dominated the news cycle. However, as of July 10, 2023, there has been a…
Content Summary How Voting Works What Readers Loved The Winner The Full List Geothermal pools glistening in a milky turquoise hue, lava fields caked in glacial ice, and impressively good yogurt – it’s just another day in Iceland, a stark landscape that seems scripted like a fairy tale. The feeling of fantasy is enhanced further…
Summer Vacations in Iceland: Luxury Cruises Silversea: Reykjavik to Reykjavik Lindblad Expeditions: A Circumnavigation of Iceland Viking: Iceland’s Natural Beauty Seabourn: Legend of the Icelandic Sagas This summer, a significant increase in travel, particularly to Europe, is evident. Reports indicate that American travel to Europe will rise by 55 percent compared to last year, with…
1. Overview of Hotel Rangá 2. Unique Décor 3. Location and Ambiance 4. Culinary Experiences 5. Activities and Adventures Hotel Rangá is nestled on Iceland’s popular South Coast and offers quirky décor, incredible dining, and endless adventure. Courtesy of Hotel Rangá For more than 10 years, guests at Iceland’s Hotel Rangá have been greeted by…
Summary Growing Up in Mosfellsbær The Fischersund Legacy The Fischersund Flagship Store Fischersund: A Family Affair in Fragrance Growing Up in Mosfellsbær For Jónsi Birgisson and his three sisters, growing up in the Icelandic town of Mosfellsbær meant boundless freedom—playing among wet evergreens and running along empty roads. Occasionally, they would swipe a neighbor’s rhubarb,…
Summary Discover the unique bar culture in Reykjavik, Iceland. Explore the top five must-visit bars offering diverse atmospheres. Learn about local drinks and cozy settings for memorable experiences. From local beers to innovative cocktails, there’s a lot waiting for you in the Land of Fire and Ice. Photo: Harald Nachtmann/Getty Images Even if you’ve never…
Summary of Key Points Choose the Right Camper When to Travel Which Route To Take Pack the Essentials Not All Campsites Are Equal Why Travel in a Campervan? I spent three weeks traveling around Iceland in a campervan—here’s what I learned along the way. Fact checked by Jillian Dara Having never camped before, the thought…
Summary The Retreat Hotel The Retreat Lagoon The Spa Treatments The Food Here’s what it’s like to spend the night at the Retreat at Blue Lagoon. Fact checked by Jillian Dara During my first trip to Iceland in 2019, the very first thing I did upon landing was head to the Blue Lagoon, located in…
Table of Contents Introduction to Iceland’s Scenic Beauty Hallgrímskirkja: A Gothic Marvel Harpa: A Temple to Music Cultural Connections: The Influence of Nature on Poets The Allure for Foreign Travelers Modern Discoveries: Revisiting Iceland Conclusion: The Landscape Within Introduction to Iceland’s Scenic Beauty On a drive around Iceland’s Ring Road, photographer Frédéric Lagrange captures the…
Summary Hotel Rangá, Hella The Retreat at Blue Lagoon Iceland, Grindavík Fosshotel Glacier Lagoon, Öræfi We independently evaluate all of our recommendations. If you click on links we provide, we may receive compensation. World’s Best Each of the winning hotels in this new list of the best resorts in Iceland, according to iBestTravel readers, offers…
Summary of Highlights in the Icelandic Westfjords Beachgoing at Rauðasandur Waterfall Watching at Dynjandi Outdoor Hot Tubs in the Strandir Region Cycling Tours from Þingeyri and Ísafjörður Spot a Sea Monster at Bíldudalur Sail or Paddle the Ísafjarðardjúp Discover the Enigmatic Westfjords of Iceland The people of Northwestern Iceland – known as Vestfirðingar – have…
The Reykjavik Edition: A Luxury Stay in Iceland The Land of Fire and Ice, Iceland proudly peddles its Game of Thrones-esque nickname to prospective travelers as its glaciers glitter and volcanos roar. The island country’s newest hotel, The Reykjavik Edition, exemplifies this elemental amalgamation: a sleek glass expression—like an iceberg floating in the fjord—with warm…
Here’s what you need to know before visiting Iceland’s famous lagoons. It’s a given — when you take a trip to Iceland, you must take a dip in one of the many pools, lagoons, or geothermal swimming holes around the country. Iceland’s Blue Lagoon is considered one of the wonders of the world, and it’s…
Discover the Sky Lagoon in Iceland One of the best things to do in Iceland is to visit its beautiful and relaxing geothermal lagoons. Now, you can enjoy these amazing springs while taking in the country’s unique ocean views. On Thursday, hospitality company Pursuit announced in a statement their plans to expand its collection of…
Exploring the Legacy of the Icelandic Sagas The Icelandic Sagas, epic tales of heroes and heroines, might have been written centuries ago but their legacy is alive and well today. Violence, ghosts, poetry, love triangles, and family feuds are just some of the themes found in the sagas, coming together to create iconic literature that…
Iceland’s Geological Wonders Iceland’s geological wonders are well known and well visited: waterfalls, mountains, and fjords – it’s like the country is nature’s playground. However, the fact that this geology helps Iceland produce virtually all its energy needs is less embraced by many. About 70% of the energy comes from hydroelectric sources, and 20% from…
Exploring Eyjafjörður: A Journey through North Iceland The Ring Road may be Iceland’s classic road-tripping route and hold plenty of treasures, but taking your four wheels north off the beaten track and along the untamed wilds of Eyjafjörður, the country’s longest fjord, is something no adventurous traveler will ever regret. Moreover, besides gawking at the…
Wildlife Watching in Iceland When humans first arrived in Iceland over 1100 years ago, it seemed desolate, serving primarily as a layover for migrating birds and home to the solitary Arctic fox, the only native land mammal. However, by expanding your exploration into the wild hills, dramatic cliffs, expansive glaciers, and captivating offshore islands, you…