Iceland is growing more and more in popularity among tourists every year, and it’s not hard to see why – it’s an island of otherworldly beauty covered in glaciers that glitter blue in the light, 130 inactive and bubbling, smoldering
Since Iceland is still an expensive destination to visit, we’ve put together the very best free attractions and activities in the city that will make your group cherish those memories for a lifetime.
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Chasing Iceland’s Best Waterfalls
Iceland is growing more and more in popularity among tourists every year, and it’s not hard to see why – it’s an island of otherworldly beauty covered in glaciers that glitter blue in the light, 130 inactive and bubbling, smoldering
The Carfree kind of cool: 5 cool green ways to get around
Alternative eco transport around the world on International Carfree Day!
15 music inspirations for 15 travel situations
Find your perfect song for every travel occasion, and let music take you to your travel happy place.
12 Alien Landscapes that should be on your travel checklist right now
Are these landscapes really planet Earth? We’re not convinced.
Reykjavik Round-the-clock: a 24 hour guide to Summer Solstice
From celebrating the midnight sun to challenging cultural conventions at the city’s timeless art festival.
Iceland: a world wonder in photos
Photographers show us why Iceland is captivating the whole world.
New Years Eve: the best the planet has to offer
Some inspiration for your global NYE plans.
A newbie’s guide to hostels
Staying in hostels for the first time? We’ve got you covered.
Revert back to nature with our top 5 remote hostels
Be spirited away by our top 5 remote hostel locations.
Free things to do in Reykjavík
Since Iceland is still an expensive destination to visit, we’ve put together the very best free attractions and activities in the city that will make your group cherish those memories for a lifetime.