Category Archives: Iceland

Visiting Iceland’s Eggs of Merry Bay: Eggin í Gleðivík

Posted on December 4, 2018 by julieovaltrades

What to do with old plinths? Remnants from an old port were just sitting in the village of Djupivogur, looking shabby until artist Sigurður Guðmundsson was asked to do something about it. The sorry slabs were transformed into a 656 … Continue reading →

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Folaldafoss Waterfall on Öxi Mountain Road, Iceland

Posted on December 3, 2018 by julieovaltrades

If you’re driving around Iceland’s Ring Road, there are certainly some long stretches between A and B. While the landscape is almost always enchanting, sometimes it’s worth it to take a shortcut. In Eastern Iceland there is a pass which … Continue reading →

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Indulge in an Icelandic Lunch Buffet at Café Klausturkaffi

Posted on December 2, 2018 by julieovaltrades

With so much to do and see on a busy road trip around Iceland, slowing down for an indulgent midday meal feels opulent. Café Klausturkaffi is very much in the middle of nowhere so it is surprising that such a … Continue reading →

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See the Red Strata of Hengifoss Waterfall, Iceland

Posted on December 1, 2018 by julieovaltrades

Hengifoss is the third highest waterfall in Iceland and the most popular natural attraction in Eastern Iceland. It is my personal favorite waterfall in the country, there is a riveting three mile roundtrip hike gaining 1,300 feet to reach the … Continue reading →

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Explore Iceland’s Largest Forest: Hallormsstaðaskógur

Posted on November 30, 2018 by julieovaltrades

Iceland was once a land covered in lush woodlands, but in today’s mostly tree-less scene you would never guess that. This distinct lack of thicket is due to early settlers overusing resources and massive volcanic eruptions. The reforestation service is … Continue reading →

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Sing in Iceland’s Sound Sculpture: Tvísöngur

Posted on November 29, 2018 by julieovaltrades

The mountains are calling. Up on a bluff in the seaside town of Seyðisfjörður there is a sound sculpture called Tvísöngur, or duet which is a tribute to an Icelandic musical tradition. To get there park at the Brimberg Fish … Continue reading →

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The Blue Eyed Icelandic Horse

Posted on November 28, 2018 by julieovaltrades

When you mention the country Iceland, what are the things come to mind? For most people, the top images are waterfalls, lava, hot springs, and Icelandic horses. They are small and hardy coming in many different colors with thick fur … Continue reading →

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Experience Iceland’s Ásbyrgi Canyon: Shelter of the Gods

Posted on November 27, 2018 by julieovaltrades

A glacial canyon in the northernmost reaches of Vatnajökull National Park, Ásbyrgi is a captivating arena. Translating to Shelter of the Gods, the canyon stretches over two miles long, three quarters of a mile wide, and over 300 feet high. … Continue reading →

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Echo Rocks & Red Hills in Vesturdalur, Iceland

Posted on November 26, 2018 by julieovaltrades

Take the white knuckle drive to get to the jaw dropping preserve, Vesturdalur is an off the beaten path hikers dream in the mid-highlands, located within Vatnajökull National Park. From the parking lot at the bottom of the hill find … Continue reading →

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Visit the Most Powerful Waterfall in Europe: Dettifoss

Posted on November 25, 2018 by julieovaltrades

The most powerful waterfall on the European continent is located in Iceland. Dettifoss translates to the Collapsing Waterfall and it plummets 144 feet down into an abyss spanning 330’. Its impressive volume pours 96,500 gallons of water a second leaving … Continue reading →

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