With lingering daylight, lush landscapes and adventurous outdoor activities, a summer holiday in Iceland promises to be one for the books. At this time of year, the weather is at its warmest (10°C on average, mind you, so don’t forget your winter knits) and the light barely fades thanks to the Midnight Sun. From hiking and hot springs to whale watching and glacier tours, there's something for everyone to enjoy.
1st May 2025 - Iceland Travel Inspiration
It’s a gratifying feeling when someone asks you where you got your jumper from and you get to say, ‘my recent trip to Iceland’. Or, once presented with a slab of Omnom chocolate, you can tell your nearest and dearest that it in fact travelled all the way from ‘The Land of Fire and Ice’. For this isn’t a country of shot glasses, fridge magnets and ‘all I got was this lousy t-shirt’ t-shirts. It’s hand-harvested sea salt that’s been produced from Iceland’s geothermic energy since the 17th century, skincare from the original Blue Lagoon and gripping Viking Sagas.
3rd January 2024 - Iceland Travel Inspiration
Iceland doesn’t mess around when it comes to sustainability. With tourists outnumbering residents, the country has found ways to ensure the constant flow of footprints cause minimal damage to the environment. But responsibility doesn’t just lie with the country – visitors also have a duty to protect the world-class hot springs and national parks. Luckily, we’ve got a rundown of top tips to encourage sustainable tourism in Iceland.
22nd November 2023 - Iceland Responsible Travel
The land of world-famous waterfalls, lunar-looking scenery, volcanic vistas and thermal lagoons, Iceland is a living gallery of gorgeous panoramas. It’s not easy to make a definitive list of unmissable landscapes in Iceland, because wherever your Icelandic itinerary takes you, the scenery will always be special. So, here are just some of the landscapes we love in this bucket-list-leading location – from the grand falls of Gullfoss to the bather’s paradise of the Blue Lagoon.
25th August 2023 - Iceland Travel Inspiration
Norway might be the first Nordic country that comes to mind when you think of fjords, but there are more than 100 fjords in Iceland too. Many were formed during the last Ice Age as glaciers moved towards the sea, carving deep and narrow inlets into the landscape. Today, the fjords remain a striking feature of the coastline; spectacular, serene and surrounded by mountain peaks, waterfalls and walking trails.
12th July 2023 - Iceland The Natural World
Spring in Iceland is a time of awakening and transformation. After the long and dark winter, Iceland bursts into life with vibrant colours, new growth and exciting opportunities for exploration. From continued Northern Lights sightings to the arrival of migratory birds, there are many reasons to visit Iceland in the spring. Why Visit in the Spring? Spring is the perfect time to visit Iceland for those who want to experience the country's natural beauty at its best.
28th April 2023 - Iceland Travel Tips
The world knows and loves all things Iceland, and the ‘Land of Fire and Ice’ has seen many of us adding Northern Lights hunting, Sólheimajökull glacier conquering, Blue Lagoon dipping and waterfall chasing to our bucket lists. But a rising number of travellers are seeking new, under-the-radar experiences away from the tourist hordes. Thankfully there are few destinations better for exploring than Iceland, with plenty of untamed wildernesses and offbeat excursions to choose from.
21st April 2023 - Iceland Travel Tips
As summer fades away, Iceland transforms into an autumn wonderland. The crisp air and changing leaves create a magical atmosphere that draws in visitors from around the world. Of course it helps that mother nature pulled out all the stops when she crafted this Nordic nation, with everything from dancing Northern Lights to steaming hot springs, making autumn in Iceland a truly unique experience. Read on to discover what there is to love about this oh so cosy season as we take a closer look at the best things to see and do during autumn in Iceland,
15th April 2023 - Iceland Travel Inspiration
Iceland has a mysterious air. Midnight Sun, moody cliffsides and Tolkien-esque landscapes all contribute to a magical energy that’s only compounded by the incredible creatures that live here. Whether unusual birds or intriguing mammals, the wildlife in Iceland is one of many reasons to visit this captivating country that never fails to surprise. Read on for our list of what creatures to look out for as you journey through the land of fire and ice.
10th April 2023 - Iceland Safari & Wildlife
Winter in Iceland is simply magical – picture snow-capped mountains, icy glaciers and the shimmering Northern Lights (if you’re lucky). If you’re prepared to brave the teeth chattering temperatures, Iceland's winter season offers a fabulous range of outdoor adventures, cultural experiences and natural phenomena that make it a popular destination for travellers from around the world. From soaking in hot springs to exploring ice caves, there's no shortage of unique experiences to be had during a winter trip to Iceland.
5th April 2023 - Iceland Travel Inspiration
While Iceland is an amazing destination at any time of year, in December it’s exceptional. The skies may be dark, but the streets sparkle with Christmas lights, and landscapes are buried under a beautiful blanket of snow. Most attractions and tours are still available over the festive period, and some activities, like ice-caving and Northern Lights hunting are at their peak. Explore wintry landscapes, soothe cold limbs in hot springs, and try to spot the Yule Lads and Christmas cat that make this such a special place to spend the holidays.
1st April 2023 - Iceland Travel Inspiration
Iceland is like a museum of all things otherworldly. Think lunar-like lava fields, explosive geysers and skies that come alive at night with ribbons of dancing lights. This is no ordinary museum though. With the earth beneath Iceland constantly moving and changing, this breath-taking country is entirely interactive, with swimmable glacial fjords, hikable grumbling glaciers and even an ancient magma chamber just waiting to be explored.
27th March 2023 - Iceland Travel Tips
You think you know what you want from a holiday, and then you visit Iceland. This epic destination hits the reset button on the traditional trip checklist. Love a dip in a cool pool – how about a hot one? Are white sandy beaches your go-to? Here, they come in dramatic black. Searching for endless sun and epic wildlife? Iceland again ups the ante. This small, sparsely populated island presents nature in all its raw and rugged glory.
25th March 2023 - Iceland Travel Inspiration
It’s true, beauty is in the eye of the beholder. But when it comes to Iceland, there’s nothing subjective about it. For this is the land of frozen beaches, whimsical waterfalls and steaming cyan lagoons. It’s where artistic license was given permission to run wild and everyone chose to go with it – even astronauts, who once used the island’s lunar landscapes as their training grounds. So, you can imagine how difficult it was to choose its shiniest and brightest crown jewels.
19th March 2023 - Iceland Travel Inspiration
Despite its small size and the fact it’s oh so far north, Reykjavik is overflowing with wonderful and wacky things to do, many of which are off the average tourist’s radar. Laugavegur’s bustling shops are brimming with people, the capital’s museums are fully booked, and the Blue Lagoon is scattered with floating bodies soaking up the silky silica. While these visitor hubs are definitely ones to add to your Iceland tick list, we’ve got a few secret things to do in Reykjavik that you might want to bump to the top.
18th March 2023 - Iceland Travel Inspiration
Iceland, nicknamed the 'Land of Fire and Ice’, is a Nordic nation known for its diverse and somewhat alien landscapes. The country is best known for being a snow-cloaked paradise, enticing winter lovers with its iceberg-filled lagoons and Northern Lights sightings. But the Scandi hotspot also plays host to a lot of geothermal activity, too, and there are plenty of steaming hot springs to bathe in. Of course, donning a swimsuit for a dip in the natural waters seem like an almost ludicrous suggestion in an Arctic country, but trust us on this one.
11th March 2023 - Iceland The Natural World
Most travellers know that Iceland’s landscapes are unusual and wonderfully wild. The country’s culture is not dissimilar, with fermented shark as their national dish, strong beliefs in elves, trolls and fairies, and even a Phallological Museum in its capital (maybe don’t google that one...). This wave of wacky washes over its hotels too, and some of the most unusual hotels in Iceland just so happen to be our favourites.
2nd March 2023 - Iceland Hotels
The ‘Land of Fire and Ice’ is a place where nature and culture intersect in fascinating ways. While the country’s natural wonders often steal the show, there are also some wonderful world-class museums that offer visitors a glimpse into the country's rich history and culture. From Norse settlers to the Viking era, the best museums in Iceland showcase all the cultures that have shaped Iceland into what it is today.
15th February 2023 - Iceland Culture
Typically, adventurers don’t head to Iceland for its towns. Its rumbling volcanoes, thundering, rainbow-tinted waterfalls and ever-so-explosive geysers tend to make up most Icelandic bucket lists. But nestled amid Iceland’s dramatic landscapes of glaciers, fjords, and geysers, lies a nation of charming towns, each like a secret jewel, shining with its own unique personality and allure — and some preposterously pretty views.
14th February 2023 - Iceland Culture
Nicknamed the ‘Land of Fire and Ice’, Iceland basks in the natural splendour of its menacing volcanoes, striking glaciers and turquoise lagoons. The otherworldly geographical foundations of the island means that over 80% of the land is uninhabited, making it possible to admire some dramatic, unspoiled and wildlife-rich landscapes in total peace and quiet. When it comes to tourist attractions in Iceland,
13th February 2023 - Iceland The Natural World
With its reputation as a hub for culture, design and cuisine, Reykjavík is well worth a visit if you're looking to experience the Icelandic way of life. From wacky cuisine and otherworldly natural wonders to an immersing history, there are plenty of Reykjavík tourist attractions to keep you busy. Whether you're on a flying visit or spending some time to see what all the fuss is about, you'll soon discover why almost half the population of Iceland call this city home.
10th February 2023 - Iceland Culture
With its rugged coastline, shimmering glaciers and magnificent fjords, Iceland scores some serious points when it comes to natural wonders and it’s no surprise that most travellers opt to spend much of their time in the great outdoors. With action-packed days spent hiking, horse riding and Northern Lights chasing, it’s only a matter of time before tummies begin to rumble, and thoughts turn to food. While Iceland isn’t considered one of Europe’s foodie hot spots, the cuisine is fresh and healthy, the dishes are inventive (fermented shark, anyone?
8th February 2023 - Iceland Food & Drink
The unspoilt sprawling natural wonders of Iceland look torn straight from the chapters of a fairy-tale, where each turn of the page reveals a new active spluttering volcano, cascading waterfall, mist-snagging mountain peak and mirror-like lake, all longing to be appreciated. This enigmatic land has fjords, glaciers and highland plains in abundance, and thankfully there’s three national parks in Iceland to protect, preserve and nurture this unique ecosystem.
1st February 2023 - Iceland The Natural World
Iceland has got itself quite the reputation for being home to some weird and wonderful natural phenomenon, and we say what better way to explore them then at your own pace? Road trips in Iceland range from single day routes to ten-day adventures that span the entirety of the ‘Land of Fire and Ice’. Whether you’re travelling solo in a swanky campervan or venturing out in a rumbling 4x4 and bedding down in the very chicest of hotels or even a glass-roofed dome perfect for watching the Northern Lights, an Icelandic road trip is a sure-fire way to get a taste for Nordic adventure.
19th January 2023 - Iceland Travel Inspiration
Picture this: you’re stood in the middle of the Icelandic wilderness wrapped up in your warmest hiking gear, being buffeted by ice-cold wind while surrounded by glacier-capped mountains, crashing waterfalls and lush-green hillsides. And you’re just standing there, slap bang in the middle of this beautiful landscape, taking it all in. There is something truly magical about donning your walking boots and leaving the car behind as you embark into the rugged wild that fills this Scandinavian Island.
11th January 2023 - Iceland Travel Inspiration
It is no secret that Iceland’s little laid-back capital, Reykjavik, is a bucket-list topper for many and punches way above its weight in pretty much everything it does. Its rainbow-hued corrugated-roofed houses are intertwined with bustling cafes and contemporary art galleries, that are all within walking distance of each other thanks to the city’s diminutive size. There is so much to do in and around Iceland’s capital that it is near impossible to cover everything in just one day.
2nd January 2023 - Iceland 24 Hours In
Everybody knows the ‘The Land of Fire and Ice’ for its thundering waterfalls, Baltic black sand beaches and vibrant sky-dancing auras, but Iceland also boasts an array of weird and wonderful food just waiting for those with adventurous taste buds to tuck into. Jagged stone formations rising up swathed in a heavy mist, chunks of fragmented glaciers drifting eerily in a blue lagoon and bubbling hot springs breaking through cracks in the Earth’s crust are just a few examples of Iceland’s harsh,
5th October 2022 - Iceland Food & Drink
White waves crash onto the inky Icelandic shore, creating foamy holographic patterns on the sweeping pitch-black sandy beach. Infamous for its perpetual volcanic activity and rugged scenery, Iceland’s black sand beaches draw crowds from far and wide. Age old lava is broken down into glistening onyx-coloured sand to form one of the most beautiful yet unearthly attractions that tourists can explore. A visit to some of the island’s volcanic beaches is a must for budding photographers, geography enthusiasts and those who admire the sheer wonders of the Icelandic landscape.
7th March 2022 - Iceland Beaches & Islands
When it comes to spectacles of nature, the otherworldly Northern Lights are top of the list. One of the best places to see them happens to be one of our favourite European destinations: Iceland. As soon as winter arrives, aurora hunters arrive in their thousands to get front row seats for the show. If this is your first time going to see the Northern Lights, you’ve probably got some questions, like when is the best time to see the Northern Lights in Iceland?
1st December 2021 - Iceland Travel Tips
Bjork is just the tip of the iceberg. Iceland's remote location means it has developed a vocal musical style of its very own, based on 'rímur' (rhyming epic poems). Today, the pop-rock scene is well represented. Near the airport in Reykjavik, top up your playlist after visiting the Icelandic Rock'n'Roll Museum. Meanwhile, here is some of the best Icelandic music to listen to before travelling to the 'Land of Fire and Ice'.
28th June 2021 - Iceland Culture
Iceland's wild and untouched nature calls for epic works, from adventure and science to folkore and fantasy. Our specialist Iceland consultants have a few favourite books that they would recommend reading before setting off on a trip to Iceland, just so you get an idea of where you are headed. Here are our recommendations for the best books to read before going to Iceland... 1 Fish have no feet by Jon Kalman Stefansson Something of a contemporary saga, the story concerns three generations:
28th June 2021 - Iceland Culture
At times Iceland's landscapes are almost surreally beautiful, shaped by ice and water, and the perfect backdrop for films about nature, adventure and science fiction. Our Iceland consultants recommend their selection of the best movies to see before travelling to Iceland... 101 Reykjavik Children of Nature The Secret Life of Walter Mitty Journey to the Centre of the Earth Prometheus Rams Beowulf & Grendel 1 101 Reykjavik Iconic film by director Baltasar Kormakur (starring Victoria Abril), based on the 1996 novel of the same name by Hallgrímur Helgason.
28th June 2021 - Iceland Culture
Iceland, the land of stunning natural beauty that never ceases to amaze. Think rugged coastlines, thundering waterfalls and towering glaciers; this country boasts some of the most breath-taking views on the planet. Every turn offers a new vista that will stop you in your tracks. This country is a photographer's dream and a nature lover's paradise, so come and discover its hidden gems and let Iceland
28th June 2021 - Iceland Travel Inspiration
Soak up Iceland's wilderness by enjoying overnight stays in accommodation carefully chosen for their location and comfort. Here is an an overview of what we think are the best hotels in Iceland... Marina Hotel - Reykjavik Hotel Hellnar - Snaefellsjokull National Park ION City Hotel - Reykjavik Hotel Budir - Snæfellsnes Peninsula Siglo Hotel - Akureyri fjord Fosshotel Glacier Lagoon Fosshotel Vatnajokull Hotel Laxa, Skutustadir Deplar Farm Farm 552 Silfurberg 1 Marina Hotel - Reykjavik We love this trendy address where Reykjavik locals enjoy meeting up in the evening with friends.
28th June 2021 - Iceland Hotels
One of our Europe specialists spent their summer holiday in Iceland. What was it that convinced them to swap their typical (and much loved) beach holiday for a week in a country that includes the word ice in its name? At first, it was the draw of seeing glaciers, active volcanoes, whales, puffins and steaming natural hot pools. But once they arrived, it became clear why a trip 'North of the Wall' during the summertime is such a good idea.
28th June 2021 - Iceland Travel Inspiration
Staying in Southern Iceland, you'll get to see the forces of nature on full display. Towering glaciers loom over vast expanses of volcanic deserts, while crystal-clear rivers wind their way through lush green valleys. It is like stepping into a world of myth and legend, and choosing the right place to stay will allow you to really make the most of it. Here are a couple of our favourite Luxury Hotels & Cabins in Southern Iceland.
28th June 2021 - Iceland Hotels
From hotels made entirely of ice to remote cabins in the middle of the wilderness, Iceland boasts a whole host of accommodations. But if true comfort is what you're wanting then look no further, as we've compiled a list of luxury and boutique hotels in Reykjavik that'll ensure you're well looked after while in Iceland's bustling capital... Hilton Nordica Though by no means a beautiful building, the Nordica offers extremely comfortable accommodation and excellent facilities.
28th June 2021 - Iceland Hotels
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