Tag: Nature

I know we write a lot about waterfalls. From an outsider’s point of view, it may be hard to understand why. Once you set foot in Iceland, you’ll get it. Iceland’s nickname is the Land of Fire and Ice, but I would add water as well. You will find the most unbelievable waterfalls, watercourses, and streams running through the...

When traveling along the South Coast on Iceland’s Ring Road, there’s quite a bit to see. The stretch of Road between Reykjavik and Vik is particularly interesting. Not only are you close to the sea, but several must-see detours are located here. Between Seljalandsfoss waterfall, Skógafoss waterfall, and the plane crash site at Solheimasandur black sand beach, you’ve got...

The whale watching pursuit has begun. You're out on a boat in the middle of Húsavík’s Skjálfandi Bay and your eyes are peeled. When will the gentle beast poke its head out of the water? Is that a tail over there to your right? Whale watching in Iceland as one of the coolest, most fun activities you can do...

Move over Thailand. Iceland has quickly become one of the more in vogue travel destinations of the past few years and we completely get it.  Where to start? Fiery volcanoes, haunting lava fields, plunging waterfalls, ghostly ice caves, glaciers, and more. The list goes on. A lot of Iceland's most iconic destinations are in the southern part of the...

The Aurora Borealis or Northern Lights have given rise to endless stories. In addition to taking in all its majestic wonder, the human mind has found ways to dream up fantasies regarding its existence. While we currently have a scientific explanation for them, there's something else that happens when looking at this natural phenomenon. It's inevitable that you step...

It's highly likely that the title of this article has left you a little confused. You usually find thousands of websites where they give you reasons to visit Iceland. Today we are going to do things a little bit differently. We're going to tell you some of the possible complications and side effects that come along with discovering the...

While Iceland is known as the Land of Fire and Ice, there is one very important element that should also be mentioned: water. Besides the country’s sweeping landscapes, breathtaking views and fiery volcanoes, the country is also known for something else. Iceland's waterfalls are famous in their own right and therefore deserve their own essay. They’re so well-known, they've...

Many people that have not heard about Iceland before think of us a dark cold place. I cannot say we are exactly the warmest one, but light is a different kind of story. Being honest, there is a trick to it, but I am not going to reveal the secret just yet! Get to know about the midnight sun...

The wealth of Iceland is obviously its unique nature, mainly landscapes you will not see anywhere else. However, its richness is also in variety of animals and birds that exist here. Puffins and sheeps are not the only species that inspire admiration and are the goal of tourists. Seals, though modest and inconspicuous, arouse much admiration and many tourists...

The North of Iceland is a very unique place that you can not miss in your visit. Some say that this area holds one of the best kept secrets of the country. From impressive waterfalls to ancient rock and lava formations, you will be instantly captivated by nature. Come join us in the quest to reveal our best top picks...