During the winter months, Iceland‘s weather ranges from „this is not so bad“ to „oh my god, I‘m going to die“. Even though the temperature drops well below 0°C degrees the country is still bustling with locals and tourists. There‘s plenty of reasons to visit Iceland in the winter; northern lights, glacier hikes, music festivals [...]
Every country has its own Christmas traditions. In Iceland, almost the entire population celebrates Christmas and the holidays are for many Icelanders the most significant and most exciting time of the year. As early as mid-October you will begin to see Christmas advertisements from local stores, and at the end of November, you will start [...]
It can be tough trying to pack for a winter holiday, as the clothing you’ll need is that much bulkier and heavier than what you would take in summer. Don’t let this deter you though, particularly when your winter destination is Iceland. A successful trip to Iceland starts when you pack all of the right [...]
January is one of the coldest months in Iceland; it competes with February for the title. But don't let the sub-zero temperatures deter you from visiting. First, there are varying degrees of cold in Iceland and the winter cold does not show up every day throughout the winter. Second, think of visiting Iceland in January [...]
Awe-inspiring scenery, vibrant capital and a welcoming atmosphere all make Iceland a popular tourist destination. Iceland is a relatively vast land encompassing majestic mountains, spectacular glaciers, active volcanoes, spacious highlands and ever-changing landscape. An overview of some of the best places to visit in Iceland: The Golden Circle Iceland’s Golden Circle is one of the [...]
Despite population of only 340 thousand, Iceland has produced so many great musicians in past decades, and nowadays it seems that the world can’t get enough of talented Icelanders, making it to the top of the billboards. Now that many Icelandic musicians have made themselves known on the global stage, the newcomers in the industry have [...]
While on holiday, going swimming is both refreshing and relaxing, and if you want to get to know the locals, there is no better way than to visit a local swimming pool and soak in the hot tub, while listening to local Icelanders, debating about politics and other talkative issues. No matter where you‘re heading, there [...]
The weather is cold and you'll likely run into snow, but if you're prepared and have packed appropriately, you can still enjoy city walking and lots of outdoor activities. In fact, just before and just after Christmas offers visitors some of the best opportunities for airfare and hotel bargains (except for new years eve). Even if [...]
Icelandic children get to enjoy the favors on not one but thirteen Santa Clauses. Their number has varied over time, but currently are considered to be thirteen. Called the Yule Lads, these merry but mischievous fellows take turns visiting kids on the 13 nights leading up to Christmas. On each of those nights, children place one of [...]
Planning an Iceland trip in Winter and wondering what fun things are on offer? To help you make the most of your winter vacation, we’ve compiled some of the most popular activities and tours for you. Before we begin, lets set the stage for what you can expect. First, due to its high latitude, Iceland has [...]
