My top three destinations in Iceland for the best views of the Northern Lights. Iceland is enjoying the midnight sun and blooming lupine, but before we know it, it will be Aurora season again! Two thousand twenty-five promises to be a fantastic year for Aurora views, and all-night sky lovers should take advantage of this…
This post offers insights on what to consider when choosing a tour company in Iceland, emphasizing sustainable tourism, safety, small group sizes, good reviews, and unique experiences. It lists top recommended tour companies and experiences, encouraging travelers to prioritize meaningful experiences over simply checking off tourist attractions.
To celebrate Icelandic National Day I thought I would list out the top ten reasons why I love Iceland. Today, Iceland celebrates Icelandic National Day, the day the Republic of Iceland was formed in 1944 and the end of centuries-old ties with Danish rule. To celebrate, I am listing the top ten reasons why I…
The decision to book a tour in Iceland changed the author’s life. Fate and friendships intertwined as they embarked on a group tour with Midgard Adventure. From unforgettable hikes to intimate New Year’s celebrations, the author’s love affair with Iceland blossomed, leading to lifelong friendships and unforgettable experiences that enriched their life.
Here are my top Iceland tours rated by exertion level that you MUST book! The greatest adventure is what lies ahead. -JRR Tolkien I spent ten days solo in a camper van driving the ring road during my visit to Iceland. This was an incredible experience that not only humbled me but was the start…
“Þeim var eg verster eg unni mest.” -Laxdæla Saga A last-minute decision prompts me to visit the grave of Iceland’s leading saga lady and my saga heroine- Guðrún Osvifrsdóttir. It was December of 2021 when Iceland’s past began to whisper to me. Following my first trip around the little island that summer, I was smitten…
How one little book made a big life impact All we have to decide is what to do with the time that is given to us. JRR Tolkien A long-awaited milestone Readers, I am over the moon to share that my first book became a bestseller on Kindle last week! I wish I could have…
A pair of romantic ravens steals the show and my heart. Only you know what dwells in your heart when you are alone. Nothing is worse for a wise person than to have nothing to love. Havamal Stz 95 Last weekend we sprung forward into daylight time. I love the wintry weather, but this year…
Valkyrie, Freyja, and women of the Viking era A well-behaved woman rarely makes history. Laurel Thatcher Ulrich **Trigger warning for blood, gore, descriptions of war and bloodshed** Freyja’s Chosen The Norse goddess Freyja chooses her slain We wind and wind the web of spears, there where the banners of bold men go forth; we must…
An exploration into Iceland’s Hidden Folk “If I deny elves, I deny my grandmother and mother.” Pall Ásgeir Ásgeirsson My disclaimer I believe there are many perspectives on any one topic, and elves are no different. When approaching this subject, I asked myself, how do I write about elves in a relevant way that remains…