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Updated 6 March: The strikes have been called off. At the moment, some employees in Iceland‘s service industry started an indefinite strike. Among the striking parties are drivers at fuel distribution companies. Therefore, there might be gas shortages in Reykjavík and the Capital Area, South Iceland, Reykjanes peninsula, West Iceland, and the Westfjords in the […]

When planning a winter trip to Iceland, one question that many travelers have is whether or not they need to rent a 4×4 camper. After all, Iceland can see some pretty harsh weather during the winter. Iis a 4×4 camper really necessary, or can you get by with a regular campervan? It is one of […]

Another eruption in Reykjanes peninsula – volcanic fissures opened up in Meradalir valley on 3rd August. Thousands of travelers swarmed the area within the next few hours to see the eruption up close. And many happy campers contacted us with two main questions: is it safe to visit Iceland right now, and can we visit […]

Most Happy Campers stop at least for a brief time in Vik i Myrdal (or just Vik). A village in South Iceland is a popular rest stop before driving further or turning back (if your trip is short and you only have time to explore the South coast). It might look small but do not […]

Iceland is known for many things like their sometimes rebellious Eyjafjallajökull volcano, endless sunlight in summer and darkness in winter, and the gorgeous landscapes making for an incredible camping experience. But you may not know that Iceland is a country of serious candy addicts, and for a good reason. Eating “nammi,” or candy, by the fist […]

Starting 25th February, the Icelandic government lifts all remaining Covid-19 restrictions domestically and on the border. Travelers no longer need to quarantine, present proof of vaccination or negative test certifications upon arrival. Arriving to Iceland All COVID-19 measures at the Icelandic border have now ended. Therefore, no COVID-19 prevention measures will be in place at […]

Iceland is a beautiful place to travel, and there are so many places where you can visit. If you plan a trip to Iceland, you may wonder which sites you should go to. In this blog post, I will tell you about the most popular destinations among local Icelanders. Consider including them in your itinerary when […]

Christmas is a magical time in Iceland. Often the volcanic island is covered under a blanket of snow, and it looks like a true winter wonderland. The Christmas mood in Iceland can be felt all throughout December. More and more travelers have come to Iceland for the Holidays in recent years. And why wouldn’t you – Iceland has unique Christmas traditions, making […]

The vast majority of destinations in Iceland offer free parking, and you can drive without worrying about paying any parking fees or road tolls. However, there are some places where the fee is mandatory, and sometimes travelers forget to look around to see if they parked in a paid parking spot. Generally, you can expect to pay in such […]