Adventure

Why Thousands Are Visiting Iceland for the Rare 2026 Solar Eclipse

The 2026 total solar eclipse is already drawing attention from travelers around the world, and for good reason. The last time a total solar eclipse was visible in Iceland was in 1954, and the next one won’t happen again until 2196.  This is truly a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PN4ZKGJ7QYI What Makes a Total Solar Eclipse So…

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3 Things I Wish I Knew Before Visiting Iceland for the First Time

If I could go back to my very first trip to Iceland in 2013, knowing what I know now after living here for over nine years and traveling extensively around the country, there are three major things I would do differently. And I think these are going to help you as you’re planning your own…

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Two-Lane Roundabouts are Different in Iceland – Know These Rules Before You Drive Here

I’m diving into an important yet often overlooked aspect of driving in Iceland—the unique rules of two-lane roundabouts. Even if you are from Europe, there is a good chance that Iceland does two-lane roundabouts a little different than what you expect. How to Save Money on Your Rental Car in Iceland Before we get into…

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Katla Ice Cave vs Crystal Ice Cave – Which is Better?

There are two iconic and naturally formed ice caves in Iceland that have taken social media by storm. The pictures and videos have people from all over the world flocking to Iceland during winter to winter their beauty. Table of Contents: Save Money on a Katla Ice Cave or Crystal Ice Cave Tour Best time…

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The Ultimate Betrayal: How Two Icelandic Wives Humiliated Their Husbands & Faced Consequences

Two married women argued about which of their husbands was the bigger fool. Finally, they decided to test their husbands to see if they were as foolish as they seemed. Want more Icelandic Folklore Stories? This episode is part of my Folklore Friday series where I am sharing an Icelandic folklore story every Friday in…

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7 Fascinating Facts I Learned Inside Iceland’s Langjökull Glacier

Experiencing *Into the Glacier* in Iceland was like stepping into a different world—a frozen wonderland hidden deep within Langjökull, Iceland’s second-largest glacier. It was truly mesmerizing to see the glacier from the inside, which made me feel like I was in the heart of an enormous frozen giant. Is it Safe to Visit “Into the…

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Not All Icelandic Trolls Are Villains: A Tale of the Skaftafell Farm Protector

This episode is part of my Folklore Friday series where I am sharing a Folklore story every Friday in 2024. To hear other stories, I have shared so far, check them out on my website All Things Iceland The Troll Woman & Bjarni Once upon a time, a farmer named Bjarni lived in Skaftafell. He…

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The Legend of Necropants: A Dark Icelandic Folktale with a Modern Twist

This is episode is part of my Folklore Friday series where I am sharing a Folklore story every Friday in 2024. To hear other stories, I have shared so far, check them out on my website All Things Iceland.  How Icelandic Necropants are Created Imagine making a pact with your best friend—if one of you…

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Exploring Iceland by Bike: Búi Aðalsteinsson Shares Insider Tips

Learn about cycling culture, different routes, races, and more from Búi Aðalsteinsson, an Icelandic cycling enthusiast and podcast host. About Búi Aðalsteinsson Búi Aðalsteinsson is a designer and has run the design studio Grallaragerðin since 2016, alongside various other jobs, he currently works at the Department of Service and Innovation at the City of Reykjavík….

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The Raven Protector – Folklore Friday

This episode is part of my Folklore Friday series where I am sharing a folklore story every Friday in 2024. A Tyrant Farm Owner Long ago, in the northern reaches of Iceland, there was a farmstead called Skíðastaðir, where a wealthy farmer ruled with an iron fist. His wealth was immense, and he had many…

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