Iceland in the shadow of COVID-19: A day on top of a volcano
The title, ‘In the shadow of COVID-19’ sounds a little ominous, don’t you think? Trust me, it’s intentional! Iceland is…
The midnight sun on the glacier lagoon
In the past few weeks Iceland has seen a small amount of tourists filter back into the country. This…
Is Iceland the safest country to travel to in 2020?
As many countries start to loosen their gathering restrictions and lift their travel bans, we can expect to be…
Iceland update: start planning, but maybe not flying just yet
Since my last post there have been a number of developments in Iceland. Many positive and some that require re-examining….
Top 5 souvenirs to get only in Iceland
Iceland is a country known for being hewn from Ice and Fire. Mountainous glaciers erupt in fountains of lava,…
Iceland to re-open to tourists on 15th June with airport testing
To say I’m excited by this news would be a bit of an understatement. Especially since my livelihood relies…
Tales of Iceland: The Snaefellsnes Peninsula under the Northern Lights
“I’m dreaming with my eyes open!” The Snaefellsnes Peninsula always seems to enjoy more media coverage than the rest…
Tales of Iceland: An ice cave story
Now is the time to remain indoors. Now is the time to protect your health and stay safe. But…
Something to look forward to? Iceland in the Summertime
With much of the world in lockdown right now, there is still no reason why we can’t use the…
Iceland: the world’s most peaceful country
Iceland remains the most peaceful country in the world, a position it has held since 2008 – Global Peace…
Top 5 places to see the Northern Lights in Iceland
February and March (near the solstice) are statistically better for spotting the Northern Lights than the darkest months of…
Luxury travel in Iceland
“It is in Iceland’s authenticity that luxury can be discovered.” This month’s blog post comes from the cosy cocktail bar…
Top 8 ways to experience the Northern Lights
The Northern Lights are Scandinavia’s most spectacular natural wonder and, unsurprisingly, one of its biggest draws. And, spotting the…
ETIAS: the new visa waiver program for the Schengen Zone
Are you thinking of one day visiting one or more of the Schengen member states of Europe? Whether you’re…
What to expect in an Icelandic winter – the good, the bad and the stormy
“Memories are made from experiences, not from pictures.” This month’s post was started while cuddled up under a big…
5 of the world’s most spectacular hiking routes
“I took a walk in the woods and came out taller than the trees.” The words of Henry David…
