April in Iceland is magical. If you crave a long, stormy spring scene with unpredictable weather and witnessing the island come alive with bird song while you watch for the polar lights at night, this is it. If you landed on this page, it is obvious I love Iceland. As someone who has spent extended…
To connect with the horse is to connect with self. I didn’t want to stand. No. Moments like this required a seat, and so I lowered myself to the ground. I wanted to feel the grass. I wanted to connect my entire body to the earth. Beside me, a horse lowered its head. Between a…
All we have to do is decide what we want to do with our time here. -JRR Tolkien In Chinese Astrology, the year 2025 was the year of the wood snake; a time for transformation, clarity, rebirth, and letting go of old patterns. 2026 is the year of the fire horse, bringing forward momentum, freedom,…
When I booked my first solo camper van adventure to Iceland in 2021, I had no idea it would change my life. Destiny was calling as I gazed out at the starry night sky from my window seat. I had no plan: just a camper, a camera, the open road, and my heart to guide…
Why this often overlooked region in Iceland should be on your bucket list I felt as if I had found a treasure. A pristine black sand beach stretched out before me. Craving a closer connection with the untouched landscape, I removed my shoes. My bare feet sank into the soft sand. I waited by the…
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…
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…
The writer experienced a profound connection to Iceland, feeling destined to visit and ultimately witnessing the Northern Lights at the Arctic Henge. This transformative journey led to personal growth, connection with the land, and unexpected writing opportunities. Through solitude and perseverance, they found answers and fulfillment.
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…