Iceland

Here you’ll find all the Iceland blogs on Wonderful Wanderings.

24 Best Things to do in Reykjavík: Museums, History and Travel Guide 1

24 Best Things to do in Reykjavík: Museums, History and Travel Guide

Reykjavik, the capital of Iceland, is located in the southwestern part of the country, positioned at 64.1470° N, 21.9408° W. It lies along the southern shore of Faxaflói Bay and is situated at an elevation of 15-25 meters (49-82 feet) above sea level. Reykjavik has a rich history, with its origins dating back to around 870 AD when it was founded as a farmstead by Norse chieftain Ingólfur Arnarson.

18 Best Destinations to visit in Iceland all year round! 2

18 Best Destinations to visit in Iceland all year round!

Iceland is known for its landscapes and unique culture, which requires some preparation to ensure a fulfilling experience. Weather in Iceland is notably unpredictable and varies…

Typical Icelandic Cuisine: 24 Dishes Not to Miss When in Iceland 3

Typical Icelandic Cuisine: 24 Dishes Not to Miss When in Iceland

Iceland’s known for its stunning, dramatic scenery – and this has also played a massive part in the history of the foods of Iceland. Historically, food…

What to pack for Iceland in winter: an Iceland packing list

Are you wondering what to pack for Iceland in winter? Wondering what to wear in Iceland winter not to be cold? Or maybe you’re asking yourself:…

Driving in Iceland in February: everything you need to know 4

Driving in Iceland in February: everything you need to know

When dad and I headed to Iceland for a week in February to road trip along the south coast, we knew we could expect all kinds…

1 Week in Iceland in Winter: an Iceland Winter Itinerary 11

1 Week in Iceland in Winter: an Iceland Winter Itinerary

Back in 2014, my parents spent about three weeks road tripping around Iceland. My dad had always wanted to go back to Iceland in winter and…

45 interesting facts about Iceland that will blow your mind 12

45 interesting facts about Iceland that will blow your mind

I’ve recently started gathering facts about the destinations covered here on the blog and I felt some amazing facts about Iceland should be next. It’s a…

The best place to see puffins in Iceland 13

The best place to see puffins in Iceland

If you travel to watch birds: read on. If you think puffins are cute, do so as well! And if you’re dying to go to Iceland,…