Iceland Beaches Map: 8 Best to See and Where to Find Them

July 26, 2024 Maps of Iceland

With over 4,000 miles of coastline to explore, Iceland’s beaches range from black sand beauties to golden coast with stunning backdrops to match. You might not expect a chilly destination like Iceland to have fantastic beaches, but with fascinatingly diverse stretches of sand, there’s so much to explore along this country’s shores. Read on to […]

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Fast Food in Iceland: options? Where to find them?

July 19, 2024 Essential travel info

From Reykjavik’s famous sheep hot dogs to American restaurant chains, Iceland has its fair share of fast food. While you won’t find any McDonald’s or Starbucks here, you will find mom-and-pop stops, gas station bites, and burger joints, all dishing up deliciously cheap eats. Here’s a guide to Fast food in Iceland and how to […]

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Best guide to Kirkjufell: How to drive there

July 17, 2024 Iceland's Top Destinations

Kirkjufell, also called Church Mountain, is often described as one of the top 10 most beautiful mountains in the world. Its striking shape and stunning surroundings have made it a favorite filming location for the hit TV series Game of Thrones, where it is known as the “arrow head mountain.” If you’re planning a visit, […]

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Iceland Waterfall Map: The 11 Best to See + Location

July 12, 2024 Maps of Iceland

Europe plays host to the second most powerful waterfall in Iceland, one out of the 10,000 waterfalls found decorating this island nation. With so many sparkling torrents to explore, from tiny trickles to mammoth torrents, you’ll want to add one—or all—of these Icelandic waterfalls to your bucket list! This guide gives you the ultimate top […]

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Iceland in September: weather, what to do, where to go

June 28, 2024 Essential travel info

Although September in Iceland is technically the start of the off-season, this is one of the best months to visit this beautiful island country! With mild weather, a chance to see the northern lights, and the last of the summer festivals taking place, September is a sweet spot to visit the Land of Fire and […]

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6 Best Hikes in Iceland for a Summer Road Trip

June 21, 2024 Things To Do

As Iceland’s frozen interior begins to thaw, the country’s best hiking trails slowly start to reveal themselves. From coastal paths to rugged treks, these are the best summer hikes in Iceland. 1. An Easy hike near the coastline in Snaefellsjokull National Park: Arnarstapi – Gatklettur – Hellnar Located in Iceland’s magical Snaefellsjokull National Park, Arnarstapi […]

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12 cities and towns in Iceland you shouldn’t miss!

June 18, 2024 Iceland's Top Destinations

With 107 cities stretched out across the small island nation of Iceland, it can be difficult to narrow down which ones are worth visiting. Here are 12 of the best cities to visit in Iceland and how to get there by car. Fun Facts about Cities and Towns in Iceland Iceland is a remote country […]

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2024 Guide to Dettifoss Waterfall By Rental Car

June 7, 2024 Iceland's Top Destinations

Iceland has thousands of stunning waterfalls, but Dettifoss, located in North Iceland is the largest of them all! Here’s your ultimate guide to visiting Dettifoss Waterfall. What’s special about Dettifoss? Dettifoss is the most powerful waterfall in all of Europe and the largest waterfall in Iceland by volume, sprawling 100 meters wide and 44 meters […]

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Iceland in August: How to Get the Most Out of Summer

May 31, 2024 Essential travel info

August is one of Iceland’s best months for warm summer weather and plenty of sunshine. This month is also the perfect time to set out on a summer road trip around the country! You’ll discover fun activities like whale watching, road trips, and festivals in Iceland in August, all of which are even better explored […]

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Best 5 Iceland Mountains you shouldn’t miss!

May 24, 2024 Iceland's Top Destinations

Iceland’s mountains are plentiful and stunning, viewed from almost everywhere in the country, whether you’re in the capital or driving the famous Ring Road. Here’s everything you need to know about Iceland’s most popular mountain peaks! Does Iceland have mountains? Yes! Iceland has thousands of mountains, most of which have given names. Iceland rests perfectly […]

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