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Okjokull Glacier

16/09/2019

The Okjokull Glacier Extinction

In August 2019 Iceland held a memorial service for its first-ever glacier lost to the effects of climate change. The Okjokull Glacier extinction is a sobering reminder that climate change is real and its ramifications are diverse and devastating. A ...

Honeymoon in Iceland

04/09/2019

Things to do on a Honeymoon in Iceland

Tropical beaches and balmy weather are all very well. But it has all been done before hasn’t it? If you are looking for a slightly more unique honeymoon destination then Iceland could be an excellent choice. With its sublime landscapes and incr...

Iceland's Diamond Circle

31/08/2019

The Best of Iceland's Diamond Circle

The Diamond Circle is a ring of beautiful sights in Northern Iceland. It may not be as well known as the Golden Circle in South Iceland but it is easily as impressive. If you’re looking for adventure and a slightly more off-the-beaten-path expe...

Reykjavik's Old Harbor

27/08/2019

The Renaissance of Reykjavik Old Harbor

The Old Harbor in Reykjavik has an important history as well as an exciting present. This natural harbor was formally the epicentre of trade and fishing in Iceland. The majority of its colourful streets and buildings were built between 1913 and 1917....

Cycling in Iceland

22/08/2019

Cycling in Iceland: Planning your trip

So you’re thinking of cycling around Iceland? Good idea! There are all sorts of positives to recommend a two-wheeled trip to Iceland. Not least that the views will completely blow your mind. This isn’t the kind of country where you will h...

Camping near Jokulsarlon Glacier Lagoon

14/08/2019

Camping near Jokulsarlon Glacier Lagoon

Gazing out across the incredible vista of the Jokulsarlon Glacier Lagoon is one of Iceland’s many highlights. In this article we take you through how to visit it and what to do when you get there. We also give you the low down on camping near...

Driving on Gravel Roads in Iceland

06/08/2019

What it is Like Driving on Gravel Roads in Iceland

Taking a road trip in Iceland is a fantastically rewarding way to see the country. With its immense landscapes and incredible natural scenery there is never a dull moment. Exploring by car and camping or hiring a motorhome or camper van are all excel...

Reykjavik City Card

30/07/2019

Making the most of your Reykjavik City Card

Everyone has different travel interests and how one person enjoys exploring can be quite different to the next. You may well be visiting Iceland with nothing but nature in mind. But before you head out into the amazing landscapes of Iceland think abo...

Ring Road in Iceland

23/07/2019

Iceland Road Trips: The Absolute Best of the Ring Road

Driving the Ring Road in Iceland is one of the world’s ultimate road trips. With its sublime landscapes showcasing the beauty and power of the natural world this is real bucket list material. Fire and ice have conspired to create a land of dram...

Infographic with a comparison between a RC and a camper in a cartoonish style

22/07/2019

The difference between campers and motorhomes

Whether it’s just household lingo or different countries, we all seem to have very different takes on what we refer to as an RV or a camper. So, is there really a difference between an RV and a camper? And if so, what is it? This article aims ...