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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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 …
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 waterfalls, black sand beaches, hot …
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 were lucky enough to get to spend 2 weeks driving the ring road in a motorhome and exploring all of the amazing sights of Iceland. But there were a lot of things that we encountered that we wish we would have known about before …
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If you are planning a trip to Iceland, you’ve probably already heard about how expensive it is. Prior to our 2-week Iceland trip, I talked to people who survived off of gas station hot dogs and peanut butter and jelly sandwiches during their stay. We heard that gas was expensive and even basic accommodations would …
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Iceland is one of the most beautiful and remote islands in the world. It is also one of the most expensive. So if you are planning a trip, you’ll want to make sure that you pack everything you need to avoid having to make some pricey purchases during your visit. Check out our list of …
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As we were planning our two week trip to Iceland, we were completely overwhelmed. We couldn’t figure out which sites were just off the road and which required some hiking. And it wasn’t clear whether the roads were paved or gravel. So we marked a bunch of sites on our downloaded map and hoped for …
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