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Winter in Iceland is unforgettable, and as a local rental car provider serving thousands of travellers every cold season, we see firsthand what makes a winter road trip work. Driving conditions shift quickly, daylight is limited, and many travellers underestimate how different winter travel is compared to summer in Iceland. The good news is that […]

One of the coolest features of Iceland that attract thousands of tourists every year is the Icelandic ice caves. There are few places in the world where you can have the experience of exploring the inside of a cave that’s made entirely of ice. The huge glaciers in Iceland make this possible, and as they […]

The south coast of Iceland is extremely popular for travelers visiting Iceland, and for good reason. It is easy to access with a rental car from Reykjavik and contains some of Iceland’s most beautiful attractions. From waterfalls to volcanos, black sand beaches, and glacial lagoons, you can experience the diversity of Iceland’s landscapes all in […]

Glaciers are one of Iceland’s most notable features, with over 10% of the country covered in them. But what is a glacier exactly? Glaciers are essentially build-ups of snow that never melts. Over time, as more snow falls, it compresses, turning into thick ice. Depending on how long the glacier has been there, it can […]

One of Iceland’s most notable features is its volcanoes, with around 130 of them in total. That’s why it’s called the land of fire and ice! The most recent eruption was the eruption of Fagradalsfjall on March 19, 2021, which lasted for 6 months and put a spotlight on Iceland’s volcano scene. Now, many tourists […]

Written by Nomadic Boys When we arrived in ‘The Land of Fire and Ice’, we half-expected to be treated with the same disdain that Will Farrell had for the Americans in the infamous Eurovision movie (we have had Ja Ja Ding Dong stuck in our heads since its release). Luckily, Icelanders are far more welcoming […]

Iceland is made up of 107 towns and cities all with rich history and intriguing scenery, but as a tourist visiting for the first time, how do you know what cities to visit for the best experience during your trip? As Icelandians, we’ve experienced many of the beautiful cities ourselves and have compiled a list […]

One of the top attractions that bring tourists to Iceland is its countless waterfalls. There is no official record for how many waterfalls exist in the country, but it’s estimated to be around 10,000 or more! Many of the beautiful waterfalls in Iceland are located in remote areas of the island, meaning you’ll need enough […]

Iceland has officially reopened its borders with no more restrictions on travel. It’s been a long couple of years, and the tourism industry has been impacted worldwide, but finally, we can return to normal and start exploring the world again! There are no entry restrictions in Iceland, and tourists (both vaccinated and unvaccinated) and now […]

Reykjavik is the capital of Iceland and the first stop for anyone visiting the land of fire and ice. Almost everyone flying into Iceland will land here first, and many tourists choose to stay and enjoy the city for at least a few days. There are tons of awesome places you can visit and things […]