Iceland Travel Tips
The country with the chilly name is rapidly becoming one of Europe's hottest destinations. Much of Iceland's popularity is due to its natural features, which include glaciers, hot springs, geysers, active volcanoes, portentous peaks and vast lava deserts.
In addition to its expansive landscape, it has a rich history and folklore tradition. However, Iceland's appeal is tempered by the most expensive prices in Europe. That doesn't mean it can't be visited on a shoestring, but it does mean that budget travelers will have to work a little harder.
Iceland’s Gay Pride Festival
Written by Viator, August 2012
Given Iceland’s well-known acceptance of the LGBT community, it may not be surprising that this tiny country holds one of the best gay pride celebrations in the world. In a country of just over ...
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Incredible views and fine dining at the Perlan
Written by Philippa Burne, UK, August 2011
When you drive into Iceland ’s
main city, Reykjavik, one of the things that will draw your eye
immediately is the gleaming blue-grey space-age looking glass dome
perched on a hilltop just ...
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Jokulsarlon Glacial Lagoon on Iceland’s South Coast
Written by Viator, November 2012
Jokulsarlon, a glacial lagoon in the south of Iceland, is one of the country’s many spectacular natural wonders. A glacier water melt, it fills the lagoon with sparkling blue water and chunks of ...
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Lobster Soup
Written by Philippa Burne, UK, October 2011
The New York Times food reviewer said it was the best lobster soup he’d ever tasted. In his life. Anywhere in the world. And it’s found in a tiny rustic cabin alongside the docks in Reykjavik, ...
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Meet an Icelander
Written by Philippa Burne, UK, May 2012
Surely Iceland is the only country in the world that would have a website on which local people invite tourists to come and have dinner in their home. It’s true and it’s an official, real website. ...
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New Year’s Eve in Iceland: The Biggest Party of the Year
Written by Viator, December 2012
Icelanders have a reputation for partying hard, and they don’t contradict it on New Year’s Eve. December 31 in Reykjavik sees a party like no other, with thousands of fireworks lighting up the night ...
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Saint Thorlakur Feast Day
Written by Philippa Burne, UK, November 2011
If Christmas is coming then it’s time for the feast of Saint Thorlakur. A 12th century cleric who studied in Paris and England, he was Bishop of Skalholt in Iceland until his death on December 23rd ...
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Seeing the Northern Lights in Iceland
Written by Viator, October 2012
The aurora borealis, or Northern Lights are one of the most beautiful of Iceland’s natural wonders. They’re also the most elusive. It’s possible to see them from September to March, but conditions ...
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The Iceland Airwaves Music Festival
Written by Viator, October 2012
Ever year since 1999, the Iceland Airwaves festival has taken over Reykjavik with live bands, parties, art shows and thousands of visitors who come to hear some of the best international and ...
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The Mývatn Nature Baths and Lake
Written by Viator, November 2012
Lake Mývatn, located in northern Iceland near the city of Akureyri (Iceland’s second largest) is a popular destination for bird-watchers, thanks to the large numbers of waterfowl and other birds ...
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The Noble and Somewhat Unusual Icelandic Horse
Written by Philippa Burne, UK, August 2011
These gallant horses are a very special breed: strong, fearless,
intelligent, full of character and also gentle and easy to ride. If
you’re interested in a unique experience, ride an Icelandic ...
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Things to do in Husavik, Iceland
Written by Philippa Burne, UK, July 2012
It’s possible that whales actually outnumber people in Husavik. This small fishing village on the northwest coast of Iceland has a population of just over 2,000. Skjalfandi Bay, on the shores of ...
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Things to Do in Iceland in Winter
Written by Katie H, December 2012
Despite its name, Iceland doesn’t get as cold in the winter as you might expect. It’s still quite chilly but you’ll find temperatures rarely dip below 20° F so you can still enjoy all that the ...
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Thingvellir National Park in Iceland
Written by Philippa Burne, UK, October 2011
Also known as Þingvellir for those of us with Icelandic keyboards, this is one of the key sites to visit when in Iceland . An easy hour-long drive from Reykjavik ,
Thingvellir National Park ...
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Beer Day in Iceland
Written by Katie H, February 2013
Iceland passed Prohibition laws in 1915, but but lifted the ban on wine and spirits after only a few years. Ironically, the ban on beer remained, as people feared that the low cost of beer would ...
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