If you were dropped just twenty minutes beyond the capital of Iceland, Reykjavík, the landscape at Heiðmörk Nature Reserve would fool you into thinking you were on Mars. The Rauðhólar, or red hills, are 5,200 year old pseudocraters which were created when lava flows on top of swamps making the […]
Yearly Archives: 2018
A hidden forest in the heart of the Icelandic capital Reykjavík, Ellidaardalur isn’t well known to the typical tourist. Discovering dense woods is a rarity on the island, making it all the more magical of a place. The preserve is a 3 ½ miles long by up to a mile wide […]
Shopping in Iceland can come with a hefty price tag, but if you catch the largest flea market in the country open only on weekends in Reykjavik – you might be able to haggle a decent deal. Kolaportið Market has been around for almost 30 years, it offers a bit […]
Birders traveling in Iceland flock to the capital city Reykjavík where up to 50 species of waterfowl reside at Tjörnin. Translating to pond, the prominent body of water is home to many interesting birds including eider, gadwall, scaup, greylag goose, and whooper swan. You can find information about different species […]
On the outer reaches of Iceland’s capital city Reykjavik, at the most northwestern point of the Seltjarnarnes Peninsula sits Grótta Lighthouse. A bird sanctuary, place of beauty and solitude, this is a favorite spot for those looking to get away from the bustle just a few blocks away. To reach the […]
Iceland is filled with natural splendor everywhere you look. In the capital city of Reykjavik there are manmade wonders which are worthy of your time as well. Hallgrímskirkja A national sanctuary, active church, and the most recognizable building in Iceland stands 244’ tall, visible from just about anywhere you look […]
Traveling to Iceland wasn’t planned as a foodie trip, but it turned out to be one anyway. Much of the country is devoid of any restaurant options, and not just for fine dining, gas station dinners were a norm. However, during my stay in the Reykjavik I discovered some of […]
The Ring Road is a whirlwind road trip for those adventurous souls who wants to explore Iceland. Driving around the perimeter of the country on a road which has only two lanes, watch as the landscape constantly changes from Jurassic Park, to Mars, and Rivendell. Sheep run in the middle […]
Iceland is hot springs and glaciers. Fire and ice. The Ring Road circling the coast of the country is made for road tripping and you don’t even need to get out of the car to witness its beauty and see a waterfall, they appear every few miles. Almost as frequent […]
Get the true Texas Hill Country experience in Balcones Canyonlands National Wildlife Refuge, less than an hour away from Austin. The park should be at the top of every hikers bucket list for their trip to the capital city. When the Spanish arrived in the area in the 1600s and viewed the […]
A dreamy spring-fed swimming hole shaded by giant cypress trees is just what the doctor prescribed on a hot summers day in Texas. Blue Hole Regional Park is located in the charming town of Wimberley, well worth the 40 minute drive from Austin. The clear and cool water of the […]
A notorious summer swimming hole and all year hiking destination, Jacob’s Well is a unique day trip location in the greater Austin, Texas area. Upon European discovery, the overflowing spring was described ‘like unto a well in Bible Times,’ and thus dubbed Jacob’s. In the 1800s people would come in […]
Located right in the city of Austin, but the capital couldn’t feel further away while you walk the trails of Wild Basin Wilderness Preserve. There are 2.5 miles to hike in the Texas Hill Country habitat. A variety of paths are maintained so choosing to make a smaller loop is […]
Austin, Texas isn’t known for it’s strenuous mountain hikes. It does however have some really nice rolling hills. The 2,736 steps in Riverplace Nature Trail means this hike has the highest elevation change in the city. If you complete the trail, you’ll climb 1,700’ over three miles – but this […]
In the middle of the city there is solitude, surround yourself with peacocks in Austin’s secret garden: Mayfield Park. The Mayfield family purchased the estate in 1909 as a summer home and it was gifted to the city in 1971. Its cottages add a romantic flair to the atmosphere and the […]