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Everything You Need To Know About Driving On The F-Roads In Iceland

If you’re planning on getting off the beaten path in Iceland and taking your rental car into the highland region, you’ll have to traverse a number of designated highland roads known as F-Roads.

The Complete Guide To Currency In Iceland

Iceland is a country of many wonders and unique charms, and another thing unique to Iceland is their national currency. It is actually the second smallest country by population, after the Seychelles, to have its own currency and monetary policy.

The Complete Guide To Rental Car Insurance In Iceland

Choosing the right rental car can be hard enough, but knowing which rental car insurance you need in Iceland can be even more difficult. Due to Iceland’s unique geological landscape and unpredictable climate, people visiting Iceland from abroad often find it hard to understand the various levels and options of insurance cover offered to them when renting a car, and more importantly, which ones they need.

Off The Beaten Path: The Best Of Iceland's Hidden Gems

Are you looking to get off the beaten path and explore the best of Iceland’s untouched hidden gems but not sure where to find them? Don’t worry, we’ve got you covered with this guide.

Where To Find The Best Fast Food In Reykjavik

Craving some fast food in Iceland after a long day of exploring? When people think of Iceland, they think of the stunning natural landscapes, amazing wildlife, and bitterly cold winters. Unlike many European countries that have at least one popular dish to their name, Iceland does not pride itself first and foremost on its cuisine.

The Ultimate Guide To Exploring Iceland's Volcanoes

Iceland is full of natural wonders, and they don’t come more impressive than the beautiful volcanoes and landforms that they cause, from post-apocalyptic lava fields to eerie caves.

A Guide To The 9 Best Breweries In Iceland

Fancy a taste of the best beer Iceland has to offer? Discover our picks for the top ten breweries in the land of ice and fire!

Everything You Need to Travel Iceland's Golden Circle

Iceland’s Golden Circle is one of the most popular scenic routes in the country, encompassing the very best of the natural wonders that Iceland has to offer including waterfalls, spas, volcano craters, and so much more in addition to the three main attractions. In our ultimate guide to Iceland’s Golden Circle, we cover everything you need to know in order to create the perfect itinerary and embark upon the adventure of a lifetime!

The Best Places For Whale Watching In Iceland And When To Go

Iceland is now widely regarded as one of Europe’s top whale-watching destinations, with an ever-growing number of visitors hoping to catch a glimpse of these majestic creatures in their natural habitat. While the waters around Iceland have seen centuries of intense whaling (the practice of hunting whales), that industry has now, thankfully, almost completely given way to tourism and admiring these gentle giants splashing around under the Northern Lights, or illuminated by the midnight sun.

Visiting the Kerið (Kerid) Crater

Iceland’s Golden Circle route certainly has no shortage of stunning natural beauty spots, and they don’t get much more serene or picturesque than Kerid (Kerið) crater. One of the most popular attractions among tourists and locals alike, Kerid is a volcanic crater that is home to a pristine turquoise blue lake surrounded by unique red coloured volcanic rock.