“In the midst of winter, I found there was, within me, an invincible summer,” – Albert Camus It was a cold January morning on Mr. Iceland farm in Southern Iceland. The sun peaked delicately over the horizon, casting a creamy golden hue between the drifting clouds. I had emerged from the cottage that I had…
After Hours- A poem You said you knew what I would like and handed me an old copy of Njal’s Saga. I curled on the floor, You watched as I fingered its weathered pages. The music ensued; I pretended to care for it but only because it was yours. As morning broke, our conversation faded …
All we have to do is decide what to do with the time given to us. JRR Tolkien As 2025 approaches, many of us reflect on the past year and what’s ahead. New Year’s Eve 2024 was the best New Year’s Eve I had ever had. I spent it in Iceland with a new friend…
I remember it like it was yesterday. The emerald green frame and a perfect blazing bow above. A deafening roar filled the air as a white mist rose from the falls. The joy welled inside me as I trotted towards the overlook. Gullfoss was pure majesty. This was me during my first visit to Iceland…
How traveling solo to Iceland in a camper van changed my life and tips for your journey There is no plan but passion. It was late August, and Iceland’s central region’s temperatures had given way to the winter’s chill. All was still and quiet on the farm when I rose from my camper van, wrapped…
As an EIGHT time solo traveler to Iceland, I have some tips to share! Read on to learn them all! I just returned from an extended camper van adventure in Iceland and wow, Iceland blows my mind again! This was my eighth visit to this beautiful gem of a country, but my longest and toughest…
Little by little, one travels far. JRR Tolkien It is 10 PM on a cold, wintry night in Snaefellsnes, Iceland. I am seated cross-legged on a couch in the quaint cottage I had rented for the trip. The wind rocks the cottage walls, howling gusts that seem to strengthen by the hour. In my hand…
Thinking about what to pack during your trip to Iceland? I have you covered! Visiting Iceland during the summer season is magical! Blooming lupine, singing loá, and midnight sun promise a dreamy, ethereal experience as you tour the countryside! I have visited Iceland in all seasons and think they all have unique charms, but summer…
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…