Travel is a wonderful way to reconnect or strengthen family bonds while making new memories. And Iceland is the ideal location for a family trip. There are fun activities, family-friendly accommodation, and exciting excursions that the entire family will love, from grandparents to toddlers. Why take a family trip to Iceland? Well, family trips in Iceland have a lot going for it. First, there is easy flight access from the United States and many European countries, making Iceland an ideal mid-Atlantic hub, especially important for family reunions. Airlines that fly to and from Iceland include I ..read more

North Iceland is home to some of the most stunning, diverse nature on the island. It’s a region full of wondrous waterfalls, towering mountains and relaxing geothermal baths. The summer offers long days with the promise of the midnight sun, perfect for outdoor activities. For instance, spend time hiking and birdwatching in North Iceland gems like Lake Myvatn and Asbyrgi canyon or go whalewatching in Husavik. The winter, however, has its own charms. Imagine, for instance, watching the northern lights dance and flicker in the deep winter skies, across bizarre lava formations. With the new airli ..read more

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Are you planning a visit to Iceland in 2022? Emerging from almost two years of intermittent lockdowns and COVID restrictions has many of us dying to do some international travel. And understandably, while many of us want to travel, new requirements can be confusing and we also aren’t sure what to do or what’s going on anymore. We are all a little bit out of practice. If Iceland has made it to the top of your travel list, then you know it’s because of it’s vibrant capital, charming towns, pristine nature, clean air and water, and exciting outdoor activities to name a few. The land of fire and i ..read more

After weeks of earthquakes – nearly 40,000 total – a volcanic eruption began on March 19, 2021 on Iceland’s Reykjanes Peninsula at the site of Fagradalsfjall mountain close to the town of Gríndavík near the famous Blue Lagoon. The area is known as Geldingadalir and it’s just a short distance from Iceland’s capital city, Reykjavík. Within 24 hours of the eruption, thousands of locals were flocking to the site to catch a glimpse of the molten hot lava spewing from the ground—the photo opportunity simply can’t be beat. Five days after the volcano began erupting. Photo credit: Siggeir Hafsteinsso ..read more

After weeks of earthquakes – nearly 40,000 total – a volcanic eruption began on March 19, 2021 on Iceland’s Reykjanes Peninsula at the site of Fagradalsfjall mountain close to the town of Gríndavík near the famous Blue Lagoon. The area is known as Geldingadalir and it’s just a short distance from Iceland’s capital city, Reykjavík. Within 24 hours of the eruption, thousands of locals were flocking to the site to catch a glimpse of the molten hot lava spewing from the ground—the photo opportunity simply can’t be beat. Five days after the volcano began erupting. Photo credit: Siggeir Hafsteinsso ..read more

With exciting new escorted tours, short breaks, and road trips available to book now (we have a few ideas … scroll down), renewed hope we can travel again soon, and prices cheaper than they have been in years, summer 2021 should be the time you finally visit Iceland! Why summer? Summer in Iceland is a particularly special time of year for locals and visitors alike. The weather is generally pleasant with temps hovering around 10-15 °c (50-59 °F). On really warm summer days, those temperatures can climb to 20-25 °C (68-77 °F) making Iceland’s special brand of soft-serve ice cream especially refr ..read more

As with most other places, Iceland has some rules in place for its travelers. While travelers are still welcomed and actually, truly missed, from August, 19 2020, people traveling to Iceland are obligated to undergo a 5-day quarantine with two tests or a 14-day quarantine. We recommend the first option so you can get exploring sooner. Adventures await!  Iceland is currently only open to travelers from the EU and Schengen states. More information is available at covid.is/english. Having arrived in Iceland Upon arriving at the airport you need to register for quarantine after which you can ..read more

Iceland is one of the last places in the world where you can get completely lost (in the best possible way, of course) and reunite with nature. Some of the best places Iceland has to offer are only reachable by modified trucks, horses, boats or many days of hiking. However, utilizing the luxurious travel option of helicopters and the expertise of our local experts, those places can be visited even on day trips out from the capital.  Picture yourself soaring across glistening glaciers or robust volcanoes on a private helicopter, feeling the gust behind you as you power on a snowmobile, tre ..read more

We have already covered why Iceland should be your first destination when the coronavirus settles however, we haven’t really gotten into what it is that you need to see once you are here.  The land of ice and fire did not get its nickname for being boring or unexciting. Quite the opposite. The name sparked from the endless stunning attractions; The numerous glaciers and the volcanoes, the moss-covered lava fields, the untouched mountain slopes, the deep mysterious fjords, the moon-like terrain of the North, the mesmerizing waterfalls, the gushing geysers and all the idyllic natural contr ..read more