Iceland

Iceland

Experiencing fire and ice across the geologically fascinating landscapes of Iceland and visiting its two largest cities.
12
Dec
Soaking in Iceland's Blue Lagoon

Iceland's Blue Lagoon

The world's largest hot tub is in the world's coolest country. Iceland's Blue Lagoon provides a superb soak in mineral-infused waters at a spa unlike all others.
6 min read
03
Nov
John on the lip of a volcanic caldera steaming and mossy

Hiking Across an Icelandic Volcano

John takes a hike across Hengilssvæðið (Hengill), the nearest active volcano to Reykjavik, with boiling springs and other geothermal features along its 140 km network of hiking trails.
5 min read
30
Oct
John at Iceland lava tube

Exploring Lava Tubes in Iceland

John journeys to the Center of the Earth down a lava tube in Iceland with the author of Icelandic Caves, Björn Hróarsson, as his group’s guide.
4 min read
18
Oct
Icelandic horse ride

Riding an Icelandic Horse

Riding an Icelandic horse at Skjaldarvík in Akureryi means enjoying panoramic scenery along Eyjafjörður and dealing with the idiosyncrasies of these spirited steeds.
4 min read
16
Oct
1970s Norton Commando and BSA

Motorcycle Museum of Iceland

Horsepower has a different meaning in Akureyri than the rest of Iceland. It’s home to the Motorcycle Museum of Iceland, an impressive collection of working vintage motorbikes.
4 min read
02
Oct
Namafjall geothermal features, Iceland

Iceland's Hot Stuff

Iceland is hot. Our September 2014 exploration of the country let us come face-to-face with steaming hot geologic features that are otherworldly in nature.
5 min read