All Packed Up!
July 8, 2022 in the United States ⋅ ⛅ 29 °C
Next stop Logan
Time to Fly!
July 8, 2022 in the United States ⋅ ☁️ 27 °C
Quick 4.5 hour flight to the land of “Fire and Ice”
Starting with the Fire but thankfully someone found a white noise device
Next stop Reykjavik!
European Adventure Begins…
July 9, 2022 in Iceland ⋅ 🌧 10 °C
On the North American tectonic plate, we will cross over soon!
First stop: Kökulist Bakery to refuel and contemplate the plans
I Spy a Lighthouse
July 9, 2022 in Iceland ⋅ 🌧 10 °C
Northern most part of the Southern Peninsula
Also the calm before the storm…⛈☔️🌊
Seaside Drive
July 9, 2022 in Iceland ⋅ ☁️ 10 °C
Complete with a stone carving and pristine church
Tectonic Meet-Up
July 9, 2022 in Iceland ⋅ ☁️ 11 °C
Where North America and Europe merge, we’ve finally reached new land! First by car, then on foot traversing the Bridge Between Continents.
The wind felt as if we brought a New Orleans HurricaneRead more
The 1st Geothermal Spring
July 9, 2022 in Iceland ⋅ ☁️ 11 °C
The steam of boiling water billowing from between the rocks at Gunnuhver was no match for the hissing wind that took over the sound. Thankfully we weren’t close enough to feel the heat, but stillRead more
The Valahnúkamöl Cliffs
July 9, 2022 in Iceland ⋅ ☁️ 11 °C
Despite the conditions and unpaved road, we remain unphased! Impressive rocks jutting out that are rumored to be Trolls that turned to stone after being caught in the sun, though we couldn’t confirm
What is this Road Side Lake?!
July 9, 2022 in Iceland ⋅ 🌧 10 °C
Grænavatn Lake came out of no where and was so green/blue! While we did not visit the Blue Lagoon, this certainly must be similar
The Seltún Geothermal Area
July 9, 2022 in Iceland ⋅ 🌧 10 °C
Warm sulfur rich water (trust us there was no denying the smell) has lead to just amazing geography and colors. Windy as can be that was just Iceland’s plan this morning.
The last stop of ourRead more
Did I Say Last Stop
July 9, 2022 in Iceland ⋅ 🌧 10 °C
Out of no where there was another lake, though less blue the cliffs leading down to it and the windy road were reminiscent of the PCH.
Our Day 1+2 Abode
July 9, 2022 in Iceland ⋅ 🌧 13 °C
After a stop for lunch and scenic drive through the Icelandic country side, the sky tried to clear the rain as we arrived at Hótel Varmaland just in time for happy hour.
Dinner and Swimming to Wine* Down
July 9, 2022 in Iceland ⋅ 🌧 13 °C
Our 3rd hot spring of the days brings us to Krauma, a spa fed by Deildartunguhver, the fastest hot spring in Europe inside a beautiful mountain valley. This one we will be indulging in post meal.Read more
Marinating After a Long Day
July 9, 2022 in Iceland ⋅ ☁️ 14 °C
6 Pools of different temperatures, 2 saunas, 1 relaxation room, and the never ending fight to stay awake… A fitting way to end day 1
Gerðuberg Cliffs
July 10, 2022 in Iceland ⋅ 🌧 10 °C
Our first stop today found us in the country side with sharp cliffs rising out of the hill.
Rauðamelsölkelda Spring
July 10, 2022 in Iceland ⋅ 🌧 10 °C
2 km dirt road past the cliffs we found our first, and only, private attraction of the day with the only other tourist being a family of sheep. The hike through a moss covered lava field and rollingRead more
Kirkjufellsfoss
July 10, 2022 in Iceland ⋅ 🌧 11 °C
Out of nowhere arose this pointy peak opposite a majestic waterfall. Despite the crowded parking area and cloudy skies, we were still able to get amazing photos
Road Side Finds
July 10, 2022 in Iceland ⋅ 🌧 11 °C
Unscheduled stops were aplenty as sights appeared out of nowhere and fuel the car and people yielded many more unsuspecting views
Saxhóll Crater
July 10, 2022 in Iceland ⋅ 🌧 11 °C
Our first stop within Snæfellsjökull National Park was a crater left from a volcanic eruption and subsequent lava fields. And steep yet short hike up for a quick view.
Vatnshellir Cave
July 10, 2022 in Iceland ⋅ 🌧 11 °C
The first tour of the trip was awesome, bringing us some 35+ meters below the surface into a lava cave formed from an eruption 8000 years ago. Home to a half troll/half human, the colors and uniqueRead more
Snaefellsjokull Vistor Center
July 10, 2022 in Iceland ⋅ 🌧 11 °C
While the park is surrounding the volcano/glacier that is the entrance to Jules Verne’s center of the earth, the overcast rainy skies limited all such views. But along the coast were the start ofRead more
Arnarstapi Coast
July 10, 2022 in Iceland ⋅ 🌧 11 °C
A short drive later and even more awe inspiring rock formations, including 2 unsuspecting land bridges that we crossed absentmindedly not realizing the sheer magnitude and intensity. Thankfully thisRead more
Bjarnarfoss Falls
July 10, 2022 in Iceland ⋅ 🌧 11 °C
After losing track of waterfalls this was the last one visited today just before the rain came in, even though it still looked as if it was coming out of the clouds
Ytri Tunga
July 10, 2022 in Iceland ⋅ 🌧 11 °C
The final stop was a seal beach but it must have been meal time as only handful were present. The beach was the most “normal” we’ve seen yet
Dinner is Served
July 10, 2022 in Iceland ⋅ 🌧 11 °C
Oh the things you’ll find by zooming in a Google Maps… Englendingavík is a coastal restaurant in the city of Borgarnes known for their 4 dish fish buffet. Every item was delicious and we rolledRead more