The Blue Lagoon is a geothermal spa located about 13 miles from the international airport and about 30 miles from the city of Reykjavik. You’ve undoubtedly seen photos of the milky blue water that is supplied by the nearby Svartsengi Geothermal Power Station. The high silica content is what gives the water its blue color …
Reykjavik is proof that good things come in small packages. Even though it’s relatively small in comparison to other European capitals, the city packs a real punch. Whether you want to spend your trip indulging in Icelandic delicacies, broadening your horizons in museums, or letting your hair down in the city’s nightclubs, there’s always something …
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Are you planning an October getaway but don’t know where to go? From the beaches of Mexico’s Baja California to the Mediterranean islands of Greece, sun-soaked destinations await you across the world! October is traditionally a shoulder season in many destinations, but we love how you can escape the crowds this time of year. In …
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With all the excitement of Christmas and New Year’s, it’s easy to be so overwhelmed with everything going on that you completely forget what a great month January is for traveling. At this time of year, many of Europe’s most charismatic cities are deserted, meaning you can visit the iconic museums and see the famous …
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There’s a reason that Iceland is known as the “Land of Fire and Ice.” This small island in the northernmost reaches of the Atlantic Ocean is like nowhere else on the planet, and even with just a few days to spend in Iceland, you can experience extremes like no other! This is a land of …
Glaciers? Check. Active volcanoes? Check. Waterfalls? Triple check. The list of great things to do in Iceland goes on and on, and you’re guaranteed to have an experience like nowhere else in the world when you explore the Land of Fire and Ice! This truly is an otherworldly destination. Iceland is a place where geothermal …
If you are planning a vacation in Iceland and want the freedom to explore at your own pace, without doing a lot of pre-planning or joining a tour, then you’ll definitely want to rent a car and camp. Some people choose to rent a motorhome that has a comfortable bed and a kitchen, while others …
Planning a trip to Iceland? Iceland is a dream destination for everyone, and it’s easier than ever to get there now that Icelandair offers affordable flights to and from cities all over the world. It is one of the most beautiful and remote islands in the world with an incredibly dramatic landscape to explore. Massive …
Did you know that Reykjavik is the most northern capital city in the world? Or how about the intriguing fact that Iceland’s capital is home to well over 60 percent of the country’s entire population? Perhaps you had no idea that in Reykjavik, you can visit the world’s largest “phallological museum” (more on that below), …
Planning a trip to Iceland and wondering what to expect? We got you covered on the things to know before visiting Iceland as we were lucky enough to get to spend 2 weeks driving the ring road in a motorhome exploring all of the amazing sights of Iceland. But there were a lot of things …
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