Travel Stories

Jul 22, 2023 • 6 min read

Plan the perfect visit to Iceland with these top tips on packing, the environment and local etiquette.

Jul 21, 2023 • 9 min read

From short walks to epic multiday adventures, here are the best hikes in Iceland.

Jul 19, 2023 • 5 min read

Get to know the striking beaches of Iceland, from black sands dotted with icebergs to blond geothermal coves.

Jul 18, 2023 • 3 min read

Depending on where you’re visiting from, you may need to apply for a visa to visit Iceland. Here’s our guide to the country's entry and visa requirements.

Jul 18, 2023 • 8 min read

The claim that "Iceland is too expensive to visit on a budget" is one of those classic travel myths. Here's how to do Iceland on the cheap.

Jul 8, 2023 • 9 min read

It may be small but Iceland can be mightily difficult to get around. The scale and savagery of the landscape make traveling tricky – here's how to do it.

Jul 6, 2023 • 10 min read

Get up close to Iceland's incredible landscape and stunning small towns on one of our favorite Icelandic road trips.

Jul 5, 2023 • 12 min read

Hiking, biking, Reykjavík-ing and more. Here's everything you need to do in Iceland for 2023.

Mar 8, 2023 • 4 min read

There’s no shortage of epic things to do in mystical, magical Iceland. Let Elsewhere plan a perfect itinerary by connecting you with their local expert.

Dec 10, 2022 • 7 min read

Seeing the northern lights in on many travelers’ bucket list. But how do you plan a trip to see a natural phenomenon? Egill Bjarnason shares his tips.

Sep 15, 2022 • 8 min read

Today, Icelandic chefs and food producers are rediscovering many of these old recipes and techniques and reinventing them for a modern palate.

Jun 1, 2022 • 4 min read

From viking history to the world’s first indoor ice cave, Reykjavík’s museums satisfy curious souls. These are the best museums in Iceland's capital city.

Jan 5, 2022 • 7 min read

From choosing a rental company to selecting a vehicle size: top tips for van and camper travelers in Iceland.

Oct 29, 2021 • 6 min read

Iceland continues its reign near the top of global bucket lists; get there from mainland Europe on the scenic route.

Sep 17, 2021 • 4 min read

From seeing guillemots in full flight to gawping at geysers mid-spurt, here's our pick of the best outdoor attractions in Iceland.

Aug 31, 2021 • 6 min read

Learn about the unique nature, thrilling adventures and fun for travelers of all ages that can be found in Iceland’s national parks.

Apr 27, 2021 • 6 min read

In a number of countries, proving that you have received the vaccine will allow travelers to skip a quarantine period.

Nov 13, 2020 • 4 min read

Tourism experts believe Iceland is perfectly placed to experience a post-COVID tourism boom.

Oct 20, 2020 • 4 min read

Thanks to Iceland’s abundance of geothermal heat, most towns have at least one heated pool, with a hot-pot, sauna and hot tub. Here are 10 of the best.

Jan 31, 2020 • 5 min read

Discover haunting lava fields, wild coastline, powerful waterfalls and majestic ice caps on an elemental journey around Iceland’s Ring Road.

Jan 28, 2020 • 7 min read

Extinct volcanoes, sweeping glaciers, Big Five sightings and moon landing myths — who said golf was boring?

Jan 24, 2020 • 4 min read

Our writer explains why a trip to Iceland's remote Westfjords region is perfect for escaping the crowds you might find elsewhere in this stunning country.