Category Archives: Europe

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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Exploring Krafla in Myvatn, Iceland: Viti Crater

Posted on November 24, 2018 by julieovaltrades

The Krafla Caldera sits between the American and Eurasian tectonic plates on an active volcanic zone twelve feet long and one foot deep. There are three sights of interest in the area: Krafla Power Plant, Leirhnjúkur Lava Field, and Viti … Continue reading →

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Exploring Krafla in Myvatn, Iceland: Leirhnjukur Lava Fields

Posted on November 23, 2018 by julieovaltrades

The Krafla Caldera sits between the American and Eurasian tectonic plates on an active volcanic zone twelve feet long and one foot deep. There are three sights of interest in the area: Krafla Power Plant, Leirhnjúkur Lava Field, and Viti … Continue reading →

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Exploring Krafla in Myvatn, Iceland: Krafla Power Plant

Posted on November 22, 2018 by julieovaltrades

The Krafla Caldera sits between the American and Eurasian tectonic plates on an active volcanic zone twelve feet long and one foot deep. There are three sights of interest in the area: Krafla Power Plant, Leirhnjúkur Lava Field, and Viti … Continue reading →

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Exploring Namaskard Geothermal Area in Mývatn, Iceland

Posted on November 21, 2018 by julieovaltrades

If you’re looking for a truly out of this world experience in Iceland, head to Namaskard Geothermal Area in Mývatn. Namaskard means mine crack, and aptly so because the area was mined for its rich source of sulphur deposits to … Continue reading →

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Turquoise Water in Grjotagja Cave of Mývatn, Iceland

Posted on November 20, 2018 by julieovaltrades

Enter a lava cave to discover an extraordinary ethereal hot spring, turquoise in color. Grjotagja Cave is an easy stop in the Mývatn area for a quick and unforgettable adventure. Two out of the three entrances to the rift are … Continue reading →

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