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Iceland Travel Guide

Just ridiculously pretty.

I was skeptical at first with the number of people that have been to Iceland in the past 5 years.  Having seen the country with my own eyes, I can say that it is just as every bit as stunning and beautiful as they say it is, and more.  From the dramatic basalt cliffs, steamy thermal pools, other worldly glaciers, mysterious Northern Lights (if you are lucky enough to catch them), thundering waterfalls, and natural wonders that dot the island, you'll be clamouring to see every inch. The only sad part is that you won't be able to.

This Iceland travel guide will help you plan your next vacation.

When Is The Best Time To Go To Iceland?

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There’s something truly magical about a trip to see the ethereal landscapes, jagged edges of icebergs, sand that’s black as night, ancient waterfalls, and more. As you start planning your trip, you’ll want to decide what time of the year is the best time to go to Iceland. There’s almost no wrong time to go […]

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7 Essential Apps for Iceland in 2023

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Iceland is going to deliver on being one of the best road trips in your life and thanks to the little computer in our pockets, it’s easier than ever. As you’re planning out your adventure, here are the essential apps for Iceland that you’ll want on your smartphone ahead of time. In this list, we’ll […]

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Icelandic Souvenirs You Can’t Forget To Buy

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As you’re planning your trip to Iceland, something that often doesn’t deserve enough attention is figuring out what to buy in Iceland before you go. This could be for yourself or for family and friends back home. It’s worth thinking about Icelandic souvenirs to buy so you can plan those stops along the way. Read […]

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What to Wear in Iceland with Handy Iceland Packing List

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Iceland is unlike any other destination you’ll be travelling to because of not only the out-of-this-world scenery but with that, how dynamic, ever-changing, and unique the weather is. As a result, it’s so important to know what to wear in Iceland or you’ll be totally caught off guard. Are waterproof pants necessary? How thick of […]

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Where and How To Rent a Car in Iceland with Coupon Codes

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The best way to see Iceland is by car and so the next obvious part of your trip planning is going to be figuring out your rental car situation. While Iceland is part of Europe, you’ll quickly realize that the landscape car rental companies is different from what you’re used to. In this guide, learn […]

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Top 5 Hotels in Reykjavik On A Budget In Iceland

There’s no other country that is as hot as Iceland right now.  It’s a country where a symphony of elements shine incredibly bright.  It’s a land of thunderous waterfalls, death-defying cliffs, sweeping glaciers, magical puffins, the friendliest locals to name a few. Before you set off on your adventures though, you’ll inevitably need to visit […]

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Top 12 Things You Absolutely Must Do In Iceland

Iceland has it all – ice-capped mountains, dramatic cliffs, spell-binding waterfalls, black sand beaches, dizzying heights, imposing glaciers, and wildlife.  It’s an outdoor adventure and photographic dream.  No matter what part of the island or whatever time of the year it is, Iceland’s raw beauty is simply ridiculous.   After our epic 8 day Iceland itinerary, here […]

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How To Shoot The Northern Lights in Iceland

The aurora borealis is something that we’re all chasing after when we think about Iceland.  It’s the northern dream so to speak.  It waves, it dances, and it glows. Thing is, it glows a lot less than you picture in your mind.  All the photos you see out there show the northern lights as this […]

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Ultimate 8 Day Iceland Itinerary – An Iceland Road Trip Guide

I’m just going to put this out there.  Iceland is ridiculously beautiful.  There’s been a rise in tourism there and a ton of hype.  Over these past 5 years, you couldn’t go on Facebook without seeing one of your friends sharing photos of Iceland.   I needed to see for myself and now that I’m […]

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The WOW Air Experience

I honestly didn’t know what to expect when I clicked on “Book” on the WOW Air website.  There are no pretences that they’re as good as their national carrier but I quickly learned that they’re okay with that and they sure have fun with it. We jumped on WOW Air simply because they beat Icelandair when […]

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