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What is the weather like? What are the road conditions?

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What is the weather like? What are the road conditions?

This itinerary perfects the timing of each day. Research still needs to be done to understand Icelandic weather, driving rules, etc. All of this information can be found in my guidebooks.

The 2026 total solar eclipse is going to be one of The 2026 total solar eclipse is going to be one of the biggest travel events Iceland has seen in YEARS. 🇮🇸And if you're planning to come for it, there are a few things you need to understand before eclipse day arrives.Because simply being in Iceland on August 12th doesn't guarantee you'll see the full eclipse.The closer we get to August 12th, the more I see the same questions and planning mistakes popping up.That's exactly why I put together a full video covering:✅ Where totality actually happens in Iceland ✅ The cloud cover reality nobody can control ✅ What totality is actually like ✅ Practical eclipse-day logistics ✅ And a few things I wish every eclipse traveler knew ahead of timeIf you're making the trip to Iceland for this once-in-a-lifetime event, you're gonna want to tune in.Comment "YTECLIPSE" and I'll send you the full YouTube video!#reykjaviklife #icelandplanning #icelandadvice #guidetoiceland #islandia
Some of my favorite mornings in Iceland start with Some of my favorite mornings in Iceland start with brewing a French press coffee and opening the campervan door to mountain views. 🏔️I truly believe camping is one of the BEST ways to experience Iceland.That said, camping here can be a little different than what some travelers expect.👉🏼 You can’t just pitch a tent wherever you want 👉🏼 Trees are sparse, so campsites tend to be more exposed 👉🏼 Even in summer, wind and weather can make things feel a lot chillier than expectedThat’s why I usually recommend a campervan, especially for first-time visitors.You get the flexibility and adventure of camping, but with a little more comfort for those days when summer in Iceland doesn’t feel quite so summer-y. 😅And when it comes to campervan rentals, Happy Campers is always my top recommendation.They’re the original campervan company in Iceland, and after all these years, they still offer some of the best customer service around.Want a 10% off code for your campervan rental?Just comment “HAPPYVAN” and I’ll send it your way! 🚐#reykjaviklife #icelandplanning #icelandadvice #guidetoiceland #islandia 
When you’re told Iceland doesn’t have dangerous an When you’re told Iceland doesn’t have dangerous animals, but nobody warns you about getting dive-bombed by a kría. 😂These small birds might look harmless, but during nesting season they’re surprisingly aggressive when protecting their nests.Because their nests are on the ground, it’s easy to not realize you’re too close until they’re already swooping at your head.So if you visit Iceland in the summer, don’t be surprised if you see people holding trekking poles, umbrellas, or even jackets above their heads.Kría birds tend to target the highest point, so it’s a simple way to keep them from aiming for you!The good news is they’re not out to get you, they’re just being protective parents.The bad news is they take that job VERY seriously. 😅Have you heard about kría birds (arctic terns) before?#reykjaviklife #icelandplanning #icelandadvice #guidetoiceland #islandia 
If you’re still paying for an inconvenient, overpr If you’re still paying for an inconvenient, overpriced roaming plan for your trip to Iceland, that ends now ✋🏼There’s a much easier way to stay connected while you travel:An eSIM.I’ve been recommending KnowRoaming to Iceland travelers because it’s quick to set up, easy to use, and your phone is ready to go the moment you land.Because the last thing you want after a long travel day is to be standing in the airport trying to figure out how to get data on your phone!If you’d like to stay connected in Iceland (or anywhere else your travels take you), you can save 10% on KnowRoaming eSIM plans with code:ICELAND10Grab the link in my bio or search KnowRoaming in the App Store. 📲#wheniniceland #icelandroadtrip #icelandwithaview
Let’s settle the great debate once and for all… S Let’s settle the great debate once and for all…Should you visit Blue Lagoon or Sky Lagoon?Everyone asks me this and I finally have a definitive answer from someone who's been to both, more times than I can count, over 10 years of living here.In this YouTube video, I give you my REAL answer.(And not a wishy-washy, “they’re both great” type of answer, either!)Tune into the full video on YouTube to learn:👉🏼 What the experience is actually like, 👉🏼 Who each lagoon is for, 👉🏼 And which one I’d choose if I could only pick one.If you’re ready to narrow down your decision, just comment “YTLAGOON” and I’ll send you the link to the full video!#icelandplanning #icelandadvice #guidetoiceland #bluelagoon #skylagoon
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