If you follow any travel pages, you’ve probably heard about or seen the insta-famous plane wreck in Iceland. There has been so much written about it that before I went to see it, I assumed I wouldn’t be writing a blog about it. I figured that I wouldn’t have much more to offer the conversation. Then I did the hike.…
Ciao! I’m back again with another plastic free-ish update. This month I’m recapping June where I gave up single-use plastic ziplock bags. Well, mostly because there’s one situation you’ll read about where I have a firm stance on using the single-use plastic ziplock bags for now. Here’s my look at the single-use plastic ziplock bag alternative I chose, as well…
This one is for the over packers. I’m a former over packer so I feel your hesitation, but I’m here to tell you that it is possible to travel to Iceland and drive the ring road with just carry on luggage. My husband and I went in May with just 7 kg’s each (in my previous life as an over…
UPDATED MAR 2020. I recently hiked to Lago di Sorapis and, during the hike, I kept thinking ‘man I hope the juice is worth the squeeze’. Let me tell you, the color of this gorgeous lake was absolutely worth the squeeze of some tired old knees. The natural beauty blew me away and the whole area looked like a painting.…
First thing’s first, this isn’t a negative post about the Blue Lagoon. I’m a big supporter of people having travel experiences that make them happy and I believe this is different from person to person. If you want to go to the Blue Lagoon, you absolutely should. However, if you think it’s not your scene, then today’s post is for…
Driving the ring road in Iceland is one of the most epic road trips you can take. It’s a trip that allows you to stand beside the roar of huge waterfalls, soak in warm outdoor pools, walk the rim of volcanic craters, and be mesmerized by landscapes that look like another planet. Here’s my collection of useful tips for driving…
This is a long post, so I’ll keep the introduction short. Here is my complete guide on driving the Iceland ring road in 7 days. I’ve written it so you can load it when you start your trip, then follow along step-by-step as you drive the ring road (Route 1). I hope it can take the stress out of planning…
Want to know something crazy? I had been using reusable straws at home for a few years as a way to use less plastic. But I hadn’t really considered using one for when I am out and about. I was still using and throwing away the single-use plastic ones. Partly, it seems like there was almost a disconnect in the…
If you have wanted to drive the ring road in Iceland, you’re in the right place because I have a lot of information and lessons from the road to share with you. Today’s post is my guide on everything you need to know about renting a campervan in Iceland. It’s full of practical advice that I hope will be able…
UPDATED FEB 2020. When it comes to a European summer bucket list, I think it’s not complete without a visit to the beaches in southern Albania. They share the gorgeous, sparkling water with the more famous destinations, but don’t share the crowds or the cost. At least not yet anyway. I want to encourage you to visit before the crowds…