A Morning in Reykavik
16 de junio de 2024, Islandia ⋅ ⛅ 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
17 de junio de 2024, Islandia ⋅ ☁️ 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
17 de junio de 2024, Islandia ⋅ ☁️ 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 yourLeer más
Golden Circle: Kerid & Reykjadalur
17 de junio de 2024, Islandia ⋅ ☁️ 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 bitLeer más
By the Harbor
17 de junio de 2024, Islandia ⋅ ☁️ 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 isLeer más
Waterfalls in South Iceland
18 de junio de 2024, Islandia ⋅ ☁️ 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 theLeer más
Vik
18 de junio de 2024, Islandia ⋅ ☁️ 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 aLeer más
Unexpected Pit Stop
18 de junio de 2024, Islandia ⋅ ☁️ 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 eruptedLeer más
Perlan Museam
19 de junio de 2024, Islandia ⋅ ☁️ 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, andLeer más
Capsule Hotel Amsterdam
20 de junio de 2024, Países Bajos ⋅ 🌙 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
20 de junio de 2024, Países Bajos ⋅ ☁️ 61 °F
24 hours in Amsterdam means.. miles of walking, hours of boat tours, flowers, and lots of Dutch food.
The Hague
21 de junio de 2024, Países Bajos ⋅ ☁️ 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 wanderingLeer más
Delft
22 de junio de 2024, Países Bajos ⋅ ⛅ 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
22 de junio de 2024, Bélgica ⋅ ⛅ 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
22 de junio de 2024, Bélgica ⋅ ⛅ 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 DisneyLeer más
Luxembourg
23 de junio de 2024, Luxemburgo ⋅ ☁️ 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
24 de junio de 2024, Alemania ⋅ ☀️ 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.Leer más
Bad Wimpfen
25 de junio de 2024, Alemania ⋅ ☀️ 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 forLeer más
Night in Flein
26 de junio de 2024, Alemania ⋅ 🌩️ 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
26 de junio de 2024, Alemania ⋅ ☁️ 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.Leer más
Heidenheim
27 de junio de 2024, Alemania ⋅ ⛅ 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
27 de junio de 2024, Alemania ⋅ 🌩️ 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 inLeer más
Lichtenstein
28 de junio de 2024, 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 aLeer más
Lauterbrunnen
28 de junio de 2024, Suiza ⋅ ⛅ 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 theLeer más
Mürren
29 de junio de 2024, Suiza ⋅ ☁️ 73 °F
We had a very cloudy and rainy day today but Switzerland is absolutely beautiful even in the rain. We spent the day up in Mürren. We had to take a cable car and a little cog train to get up there. OnLeer más
ViajeroBeautiful!
Viajero
Nice! Imagine … our weather back home in mid 90’s 🥵
ViajeroThank you for sharing these pictures Maddie! Love them!