Northern Lights over Lake Myvatn
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Today’s post recaps the best campsite in Iceland… plus that time I saw the Northern Lights dancing in the sky while I soaked in natural hot springs in the wee hours of the night. Continue reading
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Iceland Road Trip Day 2: Drive to Myvatn
Recap and photos from Day 2 of my Iceland road trip towards Lake Myvatn — highlights include Godafoss waterfall, pseudo-craters, and some epic landscape shots. Continue reading
Akureyri, Iceland’s Charming City in the North
Akureyri is a charming town in northern Iceland — I scope out its cafes, coffeeshops, and waterfront views. Continue reading
Iceland Road Trip Day 1: Drive to Akureyri
On Day 1 of my Icelandic road trip from Reykjavik to Akureyri, I detour to visit waterfalls and get lost — but I find rural churches and rainbows. Continue reading
A Guide to Camping in Iceland
Curious how I camped my way around Iceland? I put together this guide for planning a similar road trip — the best campsites, where to rent gear, and how to divide your time between the best that Iceland has to offer. Continue reading
Exploring Reykjavik: Part 1
I plan to get an early start on my Iceland road trip, but I wake up to SUNSHINE in typically gray Reykjavik! So I take a few hours to explore the city on foot. The views from Hallgrimskirkja tower are especially impressive. Continue reading
Swankiest Hostel Ever – KEX in Iceland
KEX in Reykjavik is the swankiest hostel I’ve ever stayed at, plus they serve some of the best food in all of Iceland. Check out their funky design aesthetic and mouth-watering seafood dishes. Continue reading
Inside one of Iceland’s Extinct Volcanoes
Join me as I descend into the magma chamber of an extinct volcano in Iceland — this is one of the most unique activities I’ve done throughout my travels. Continue reading
Iceland’s Blue Lagoon
The Blue Lagoon is one of Iceland’s most iconic spots — and I arrive here right when they open to enjoy the magic of this area without crowds. It’s bliss. Continue reading
Arriving in Iceland at 4am
I arrive in Iceland at 4am. Time to tackle details like a local SIM card, rental car pick-up, and COFFEE before the rest of the country wakes up and I can really start exploring. Continue reading