Iceland
Are you ready to experience the land of Ice and Fire? A country of extreme landscapes, dramatic waterfalls, thermal pools and the magic of the Northern Lights. I went to Iceland a couple of years ago in winter on a backpacking trip and did the basics. But, I’d love to go back and explore more. The lupine season looks like a fairytale. Let’s start planning a road trip through one of the most intriguing destinations in the world!
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Facts about Iceland
Currency: Icelandic Króna
Capital city: Reykjavik
Official language: Icelandic
Population: 382,000
National animal: the Gyrfalcon
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Things to know before visiting Iceland
- If you’re from Europe, you do not need a visa for short tourist trips to Iceland. You can stay for a maximum of 90 days.
- It’s easiest to get around Iceland’s Ring Road by car but you can easily book group trips online to the major destinations.
- Iceland can be very expensive so use a mix of supermarkets, food vans and restaurants if you’re on a budget!
- Iceland is a very safe country to visit. For years, it’s been considered one of the safest countries in the entire world.
- A great time to go is when Iceland has their Midnight Sun. It remains light for 24 hours a day.
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