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I know that Reykjavik is a must-see city for many travelers, and it’s easy to see why. Iceland is such a beautiful and mysterious place that it almost needs to be seen to be believed. Even though I’ve been to almost seventy countries so far, Iceland is one of the most magical! This list is … Read more
Planning a trip to Iceland? Amid the whirlwind of setting up the perfect itinerary, don’t forget to make arrangements for car rentals. Though you can get around by taxi, bus, and biking, driving around in a rental allows you much more freedom to explore the land of fire and ice on your terms. It may … Read more
Reykjavik has some truly fabulous museums, but it has so many of them that it can be hard to choose which to add to your Reykjavik itinerary! Whether you’re looking for Icelandic history, art, or culture, there’s a Reykjavik museum (or two) that’s perfect for you! Here are the ten best museums in Reykjavik and … Read more
Just have one day to explore beautiful Reykjavik? While you can’t see absolutely everything, you can cover a lot! Here are my recommendations for how to see the best of Reykjavik in one day. Where to Stay in Reykjavik Your one day in Reykjavik might be just a stopover, in which case you don’t … Read more
October is the shoulder season in Iceland, but it’s still a great time to travel here! Yes, you’ll want to bring layers to stay warm, but you’ll be able to do a ton of cool stuff and the crowds will be thinner than in the high season. Here are the best things to do in … Read more
A trip to Iceland is a grand adventure, but it’s not as easy as just showing up and doing cool stuff. Because the country is an expensive place to travel and so many of the best things to do there are epic, you want to make sure you put some thought into your trip beforehand. … Read more
I adore the city of Reykjavik! It’s cozy, charming, cool…I mean it’s everything you could want in a city this remote. So why do so many people come to Iceland and ditch Reykjavik? This Reykjavik itinerary covers what to do with 3 days in Reykjavik, which is enough time to get a good feel for … Read more
Many people who travel to Iceland want to know is Reykjavik safe. Traveling to any new city can seem daunting if it will be one of your first international trips. Combine that with the general fears travelers have about accidents and crime aimed at tourists, and it’s a valid question. I think Reykjavik is an … Read more
Iceland is a beautiful country, but so many people skip Reykjavik or don’t think of it as a beautiful city. But it is! Reykjavik is insanely cool, with fantastic modern architecture and great natural wonders nearby. Here are my picks for the most Instagrammable places in Reykjavik so you can find the best photo spots … Read more
My friends and I have a habit of throwing in last-minute day trips on our adventures, and in Iceland, this meant going whale watching in Reykjavik on our last full day in the city. While it turned out awesome, there are definitely some things that I’d wish I’d know before leaving for the day! Here … Read more