What you can only experience in Iceland with a private guide: The winter edition
The storm arrived on day five. A mother and her daughter from New Jersey were staying at a small…
Chasing the aurora in comfort: The private Northern Lights experience
Half past ten on a Tuesday night in late September, parked on a gravel pull-off by Kleifarvatn lake, engine…
What really happened on that semi-luxury private tour of Iceland
Last month we tried something here we had never done before. We published the full program and the full…
What a semi-luxury private tour of Iceland costs, and what it buys
This coming Saturday a couple from California land at Keflavík at a quarter to nine in the morning. They…
Why Iceland’s best hikes deserve a local guide
A couple of years back, I guided five hikers along the Laugavegur. All of them were over seventy. All…
How to avoid the crowds at Iceland’s most popular destinations
It is ten in the morning at Seljalandsfoss, and the car park is full. Coaches are arriving in sequence….
Is Iceland safe to drive yourself?
The car rental counter at Keflavík Airport is always busy. Visitors collect their keys, load up on insurance options…
Europe’s safest holiday destinations for 2025
Looking ahead to 2025, at a time when there is so much political instability, we’ve spoken to the team…
7 incredible stops around Iceland
Iceland’s incredible vistas and experiences are best explored on a circumnavigational cruise, such as the one offered by National…
15 magical places to experience a Winter wonderland
Have you got a soft spot for snow-covered landscapes, cosy vibes, and the magic that winter brings? Then, you’re…
Best places to see the Northern Lights
The Northern Lights, also known as Aurora Borealis, is a magical natural phenomenon in shades of green, blue and sometimes red, that only occurs in the northern hemisphere.
10 fascinating places that tourists can’t visit
There are many interesting places in the world that are off-limits to tourists and travellers. These places may be restricted for a variety of reasons, including political tensions, cultural considerations or environmental concerns.
The newest luxury hotel in Reykjavik
In high anticipation, Iceland Parliament Hotel, Curio Collection by Hilton has opened its doors to guests. In a complex of seven rebuilt and new buildings, the 163-room hotel sits at the doorstep of the Icelandic parliament – Alþingi.
The coldest day in 100 years in Iceland: How best to travel in Winter
Over the festive period this year, Iceland has received unseasonably cold weather, with temperatures dropping as low as -23…
The best travel destinations for outdoor enthusiasts
If you love being outdoors among nature, you probably also prefer vacations that allow you to explore and take in all the natural beauty that the destination has to offer.
What to wear in Iceland in the Summer
In Iceland you can expect weather conditions to vary from one season to another and from one part of country to another. This blog goes into detail on what to wear in Iceland during the Summer months.
