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Iceland is known as the land of Ice and Fire, and it’s easy to see why. This island nation is a continuous contrast of volcanoes and glaciers, lava fields and ice caves.

It’s a dream destination for outdoors lovers. With its dramatic landscapes and rugged nature, it’s the perfect destination for those searching for an escape.

I only spent one week in Iceland but it was packed with epic waterfalls, geysers, stunning views and overall loads of epic things to do. It’s a country I loved and would love to see more of, next time in a different season.

Here you will find all my top Iceland travel tips!

Quick travel facts about Iceland

Where is Iceland? Iceland is an island nation in the Atlantic Ocean.

How to get there: You can find the cheapest flights to Iceland via SkyScanner.

Currency: Icelandic Krona (ISK) – see the latest exchange rate here.

Electrical plugs in Iceland: Types C&F, the standard ones you get in most of Europe – I recommend an international adapter so you can use it on multiple trips.

Capital city: Reykjavik

Best time to visit: The best time to visit ultimately depends on what you want to experience in Iceland. Iceland has a very volatile weather, and it’s not uncommon for it to be sunny, rainy, cloudy and maybe even snowy all in the same day.

However summer is characterised by fairly mild temperatures, where you can expect long sunshine days and great weather for hiking and being outdoors. The temperatures drop considerably in winter, but that’s also when you can see the Northern Lights.

Summer tends to be the peak summer season. If you’re looking for mild weather I would visit Iceland in spring, whilst if you’re hoping to see the Northern Lights you have to visit in winter. 

How to travel around Iceland: The easiest way to travel around Iceland is to rent a car and drive yourself. The majority of the roads are quite easy to drive on, also in winter.

Having your own car will give you the most flexibility, as well as being the most affordable option.

Visa requirements: Iceland is part of Schengen. Depending on your passport you can either travel to Iceland without limitations or for up to 90 days without a visa.

My Iceland travel guides

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