Iceland

A small wooden slatted fish-drying shed and a large rusted ship anchor on a grassy coastal field, with the distant Reykjavík skyline and Hallgrímskirkja church spire in the background under a blue sky.

Why the Seltjarnarnes Peninsula is Worth Visiting on a Day Out in Reykjavik

by Jennifer Petoff (aka Dr. J)
Europe, Iceland

Seltjarnarnes Iceland, in Reykjavik, was the perfect place to get in touch with Icelandic nature and birds without leaving the city limits. I was super-excited…

An Atlantic puffin standing near nesting burrows on a rocky cliffside, a major wildlife highlight on a Reykjavik to Vík day trip in Iceland.

Reykjavik to Vik: 9 Best Stops on a Self-Drive Trip

by Jennifer Petoff (aka Dr. J)
Europe, Iceland

Iceland’s South Coast is easily accessible by car from Reykjavik and is an ideal self-drive day trip if you’re planning a shorter stay in Iceland…

The moody concrete exterior of Hallgrímskirkja church in downtown Reykjavik, showing a great rainy day sightseeing landmark and architectural attraction to visit during bad weather in Iceland.

Rainy Day in Reykjavik: What to Do When the Weather Turns

by Jennifer Petoff (aka Dr. J)
Europe, Iceland

The weather in Iceland can be a gamble at any time of year. You’ve rolled the dice and planned a trip to Reykjavik, only now…