A Morning in Reykavik
June 16, 2024 in Iceland ⋅ ⛅ 50 °F
We landed bright in early in Reykjavik around 4:30 am and spent a lot of quiet time wandering the streets until everything opened around 10.
Golden Circle: Thingvellir
June 17, 2024 in Iceland ⋅ ☁️ 50 °F
Today we drove the Golden Circle. Stop one was Thingvellir National Park. It’s where the North American and Eurasian plate meet and create a fissure, making some pretty cool landforms! (Post 1 of 4)
Golden Circle: Geysir & GullFoss
June 17, 2024 in Iceland ⋅ ☁️ 50 °F
Next stop was to Geysir where we were able to see both the big and little geyser. After that we went to my favorite part of the golden circle which is Gullfoss. This massive waterfall takes yourRead more
Golden Circle: Kerid & Reykjadalur
June 17, 2024 in Iceland ⋅ ☁️ 54 °F
Stop 4/5 was Kerid Crater. This is an old volcano turned into a crater and lake. We hiked the rim before heading to Reykjadalur Valley. This valley is full of geothermal activity. We hiked for a bitRead more
By the Harbor
June 17, 2024 in Iceland ⋅ ☁️ 50 °F
When we got back into the city, we went to a food hall by the harbor. I got a lamb pita. I’m trying to eat as much of the Icelandic lamb that they are famous for while I’m here. Today isRead more
Waterfalls in South Iceland
June 18, 2024 in Iceland ⋅ ☁️ 48 °F
We road tripped through South Iceland to see some of south Iceland most famous waterfalls. The first waterfall we could walk behind, the second was a secret waterfall in a cave, and the last was theRead more
Vik
June 18, 2024 in Iceland ⋅ ☁️ 50 °F
Our furthest destination of the day and turn around point is Vik. They are known for their black sand beaches and volcanic elements. We started at a nature preserve where I was FINALLY able to see aRead more
Unexpected Pit Stop
June 18, 2024 in Iceland ⋅ ☁️ 46 °F
After realizing I hadn’t had coffee all day we made a pit stop at a bakery in the middle of nowhere. This wasn’t just any bakery though, it was directly under an active volcano that last eruptedRead more
Perlan Museam
June 19, 2024 in Iceland ⋅ ☁️ 48 °F
We spent our last hours in Iceland at the Perlan Museum. This museum showcases all the incredible offerings of Iceland. We watched a northern lights planetarium show, watched volcanic eruptions, andRead more
Capsule Hotel Amsterdam
June 20, 2024 in the Netherlands ⋅ 🌙 52 °F
We got into Amsterdam and at our stay at past 3 AM after delayed baggage and wrong Uber stops. We are super excited about this stay because for the next two nights we are staying in a capsule hotel.
Amsterdam
June 20, 2024 in the Netherlands ⋅ ☁️ 61 °F
24 hours in Amsterdam means.. miles of walking, hours of boat tours, flowers, and lots of Dutch food.
The Hague
June 21, 2024 in the Netherlands ⋅ ☁️ 63 °F
This morning we drove from Amsterdam to stay with my relatives in Delft. It was about a 45 min drive. We had lunch at the cutest outdoor restaurant that had tons of goats and chickens wanderingRead more
Delft
June 22, 2024 in the Netherlands ⋅ ⛅ 64 °F
After breakfast with family we explored the flea market and historic old Delft. We are now on our way to Belgium.
Poppys B&B
June 22, 2024 in Belgium ⋅ ⛅ 70 °F
We are staying in a very museum like B&B while in Brugge. It even has its own mascot. Poppy the dog!
Brugge
June 22, 2024 in Belgium ⋅ ⛅ 70 °F
After a 2.5 hour drive we made it to Brugge for the evening. We snacked on waffles, chocolate, and Belgian beer. We also took a boat tour through the city. This town feels
like a real life DisneyRead more
Luxembourg
June 23, 2024 in Luxembourg ⋅ ☁️ 72 °F
Quick pit stop in Luxembourg on the way to Germany. This city looked amazing and definitely a place I would go back to.
Idar-Oberstein
June 24, 2024 in Germany ⋅ ☀️ 72 °F
We are spending the next two nights with Jutta in Ruschberg. We went to visit Idar-Oberstein which is famous for its church in the mountain. We hiked all the way up for a view of the Oberstein castle.Read more
Bad Wimpfen
June 25, 2024 in Germany ⋅ ☀️ 82 °F
We spent the afternoon and evening in the beautiful city of Bad Wimpfen. Every street is so picturesque and filled with history. We got to eat a lovely authentic German dinner with family and talk forRead more
Night in Flein
June 26, 2024 in Germany ⋅ 🌩️ 68 °F
Last night we got to stay in the hotel that is owned by one of my family members. We also got to eat her mom’s restaurant next door in the morning. It was a true Gästehaus experience.
Giengen
June 26, 2024 in Germany ⋅ ☁️ 77 °F
We arrived in Giengen this morning which is the town my grandmother is from. I just love it here. We checked out the Steiff museum which is the company that created the first stuff toy and teddy bear.Read more
Heidenheim
June 27, 2024 in Germany ⋅ ⛅ 75 °F
Today we explored the Heidenheim castle with my cousin Laura. We ended the hot day with a German Eiskaffee which is coffee with ice cream.
Farewell Germany
June 27, 2024 in Germany ⋅ 🌩️ 79 °F
Our last day in Germany was my favorite day. We had so much family time today. We had coffee in the garden with Bettina, Manfred, Marion, and Laura. We then went to dinner with Bibi and Wolfgang inRead more
Lichtenstein
June 28, 2024 in Liechtenstein ⋅ ⛅ 79 °F
Quick pit stop in Lichtenstein on our way to Switzerland. The only way to get a stamp in your passport is to stop in the visitors center. This capital is full of modern architecture, funky art, and aRead more
Lauterbrunnen
June 28, 2024 in Switzerland ⋅ ⛅ 72 °F
Our home for the next three nights! We made it to Lauterbrunnen, Switzerland. This my next to last stop. After driving most of the day from Germany we spent the evening strolling through theRead more
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Nice! Imagine … our weather back home in mid 90’s 🥵
TravelerThank you for sharing these pictures Maddie! Love them!