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Iceland in May: What to Expect and How to Plan
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Iceland in May: What to Expect and How to Plan

Looking to travel to Iceland in May? This blog post covers everything you need to know to plan your trip, including the number of daylight hours, weather, festivals and happenings in May, driving in Iceland, and what to pack!

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Planning A Trip To Iceland? Here Are 10 Things You Must Know
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Planning A Trip To Iceland? Here Are 10 Things You Must Know

Planning a trip to Iceland? Be sure to read this post for 10 essential tips you’ll want to know before taking your first trip. From language, to currency, to safety and transportation, I cover everything you need to know about visiting this amazing country!

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Going out to eat in Iceland | Menu + Prices!
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Going out to eat in Iceland | Menu + Prices!

I’m taking you along with us out to eat! I’ll show you the menu, prices, and what the food looks like. Eating out in Iceland is expensive, but Saffran is an affordable restaurant AND it’s family friendly!

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Hike to the Volcano in Iceland | Everything You Need to Know
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Hike to the Volcano in Iceland | Everything You Need to Know

About the eruption On March 19, 2021, after a three week period of ongoing seismic activity, a fissure opened on the Reykjanes Peninsula. What started as lava flowing from a 200 meter fissure quickly grew to  500 meters in length….

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April in Iceland | ULTIMATE travel guide
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April in Iceland | ULTIMATE travel guide

If you are planning an April trip to Iceland, then you are in the right place, my friend, because I have the most comprehensive guide for all of the April things. Hello, Team Iceland. Welcome back to my channel. My…

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Romantic Things to do in Iceland
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Romantic Things to do in Iceland

Not only is Valentine’s Day coming up, but I know a lot of you are planning your honeymoon trips to Iceland. So, I thought you might need some ideas for romantic things to do in Iceland. Hello, team Iceland. Welcome…

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Iceland Tours: Snorkeling the Silfra fissure
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Iceland Tours: Snorkeling the Silfra fissure

    When you think about snorkeling or scuba diving, Iceland is probably not the first place that comes to mind, but did you know that it’s actually one of the most popular tours in the whole country. That’s what…

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Iceland with KIDS | How to plan a family trip
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Iceland with KIDS | How to plan a family trip

A lot of you that are planning a trip to Iceland are bringing your kids with you. And don’t worry, Iceland is such a family-friendly country. But have you noticed that there’s not a lot of blog posts and resources…

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Everything you need to know about MAY in Iceland 👉🏼 swipe to read all about the weather, things to do, daylight hours, and my best pro tips for getting the most out of your trip!

🚙 Book your @bluecarrental with my VIP link and automatically save 5% off your car rental https://bit.ly/IcelandCarDiscount

😋 Save 10% off the @reykjavikfood tour with code: ICEVIEW https://bit.ly/IWAVfoodwalk

🐳 I recommend Gentle Giants in Husavík, for a discount use code: WHALESWITHAVIEW

🥾Get the gear you need for your trip icelandwithaview.com/gear

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Iceland may be a pricey country, but in this area, Iceland may be a pricey country, but in this area, you'll SAVE money! 💰

I'm talking about TIPPING.

Yep - there's no tipping in Iceland. Nada!

It's not expected in restaurants, bars, cafes, or anywhere else like it is in North America.

The only exception?

If you had a fantastic tour and you'd like to tip your tour guide, you could leave a small cash tip.

But of course - this is appreciated, never expected!

Let me know in the comments 👇 is tipping customary where you live?
Is seeing puffins on your Icelandic bucket list? 😍

These guys are the CUTEST!

From May until August is the best time to see puffins in Iceland as they arrive during the summer months.

They can be found in various locations on the cliffs of Iceland, but my favorite place to see them?

📍Borgarfjörður Eystri

Want to know the best places to find puffins and all the Iceland things? I have guides and digital maps that will help you plan the best trip ever.

✨ DM me the word “MAPS” and I’ll send you all the VIP details!
You NEED this app when traveling in Iceland. You NEED this app when traveling in Iceland.
5 THINGS I LOVE ABOUT ICELAND IN THE SPRINGTIME 💐

👉 It’s a time of extended daylight and minimal rainfall, making it a great time to explore the country’s many sights.

👉 The purple lupine is starting to sprout everywhere! The lush green landscapes, half-snow-capped mountains and purple flowers are the prettiest look 😍

👉 Almost all areas of Iceland are accessible in the spring, with the exception of the Highlands (i.e. Landmannalaugar, þórsmörk, and other areas with heavy snowfall). This makes it such an exciting time for travelers who want to explore popular areas outside of Reykjavik and the Golden Circle, like the Ring Road, North Iceland, Snæfellsness, and the Westfjords!

👉  Another pro of visiting Iceland in May is that it’s still considered off-season, meaning that there are fewer tourists around than in the later summer months of June, July, and August. This makes it a great time to visit without having to deal with large crowds!

👉 The weather is mild and you don’t have to worry about unpredictable weather like getting caught in a snow or ice storm! This also means that driving is a breeze.

Have you taken a trip to Iceland in the spring? Or is it on your bucket list? Let me know in the comments!!
Everything you need to know about picking your per Everything you need to know about picking your perfect vehicle for your Iceland Road Trip! SWIPE 👉 to read about the best rental options!

🚙 Book your @bluecarrental with my VIP link and automatically save 5% off your car rental https://bit.ly/IcelandCarDiscount

🚐 Book your campervan with @happycampers using the code IWV10 to get a 10% discount off total rental price http://bit.ly/ReserveHappyCampers

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I will FOREVER recommend renting a car for your Ic I will FOREVER recommend renting a car for your Iceland trip 🚙💨

Why?

Because there's truly nothing like seeing the country on your own terms.

Sure, organized tours are nice….

But being able to go wherever you like, whenever you want?

Complete freedom!

🌭 You can choose your own restaurants
💧Stop at little waterfalls along the way to your destination
📸 And get out for a photo opp anytime you see a breathtaking view you need to capture…

It’s simply the best, friends!

Pssst. Want exclusive discounts for your Icelandic road trip? Hit the link in bio to grab a 5% discount for my all-time favorite company, Blue Car Rental! 🔗
Feeling overwhelmed about WHEN to plan your Icelan Feeling overwhelmed about WHEN to plan your Iceland trip? 🤔

I get it, because Iceland is honestly gorgeous in every single season…so how can you pick just ONE? 

As someone who knows and loves ALL of Iceland’s seasons, I’ve got you covered 🥰 

Choosing when to visit Iceland all depends on your unique vision for your trip.

In my latest blog post, I’m dishing out all of the pros and cons for each season in Iceland…

So you can make an educated decision on when to visit this beautiful country I call home. 

In it, you’ll learn:
👉 What the weather’s like in every season in Iceland
👉 The best season to beat the crowds
👉 When you can catch the Northern Lights
👉 The exact daylight hours for each season

And more!

Read the post on the best time to visit Iceland in the link in my bio! 🔗
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