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A glacier hike on Fjallsjökull glacier is a once in a lifetime experience.

03 Jun: Glacier hiking experience on the majestic Fjallsjökull glacier

Glacier hiking is one of the most popular activities to do in Iceland. No wonder, in Iceland, especially on the South Coast of the island, you will find majestic glaciers on every turn. These glaciers are fairly easily accessible, but at the same time people should be extremely careful and not venture onto a glacier without proper guidance. Around the Vatnajökull National Park area you will find many companies that operate guided glacier experiences. At Fjallsárlón you will find one of those companies that promises a fantastic glacier adventure, and no crowds!.

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13 May: Must-Try Foods in South East Iceland: A Culinary Tour

Iceland’s relatively small population means that though it has a national cuisine, regional variations aren’t actually all that common. However, that does mean that as you travel across the country, if you’ve discovered a favourite dish then you’re likely to encounter it again and again. In this article, we’ll take a look at the must-try foods you should sample while you’re in South East Iceland as we take you on a virtual culinary tour.

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28 Apr: Reynisfjara Black Sand Beach: Natural Wonders and Safety Tips

Looking into a town’s past helps understand its present and its future. Iceland’s history stretches back more than a thousand years and the interaction between humans and their environment has woven an intricate cultural tapestry. Höfn’s story kicks off much later, but despite being relatively young by Icelandic standards, this corner of the country has an interesting history that’s well worth delving into.

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21 Apr: The Rich History of Höfn: A Cultural Journey Through Time

Looking into a town’s past helps understand its present and its future. Iceland’s history stretches back more than a thousand years and the interaction between humans and their environment has woven an intricate cultural tapestry. Höfn’s story kicks off much later, but despite being relatively young by Icelandic standards, this corner of the country has an interesting history that’s well worth delving into.

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14 Apr: Sustainability in Icelandic Tourism: How the South Coast is Leading the Way

For tourism to be successful, it needs to balance the needs not only of visitors but also locals and the environment in which they live. The benefits to the economy are easy to appreciate, but long-term, it’s vital that these don’t come at the expense of society and nature. In this article, we’ll take a look at sustainability in Icelandic tourism and see how the popularity of the south coast with overseas visitors means that it’s leading the way.

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07 Apr: Where to Spot Seals Along Iceland’s South Coast: Best Locations and Times

Seals are frequently sighted along Iceland’s coast and you’ll often see them in the south of the country. In this article, we’ll take a look at what kinds of seal you can expect to encounter and suggest some of the places where they are regularly seen. We’ll also explore when you’re most likely to spot them and discuss how to behave in a responsible manner so that these delightful marine mammals can call South Iceland home for many years to come.

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31 Mar: How Glaciers Carve Iceland’s Landscape

In the Land of Fire and Ice, glaciers play a significant role in shaping the landscape, both directly and indirectly. In Iceland, there are well over 250 of these huge bodies of ice. Ice covers about a tenth of Iceland’s land area and of course the largest sheet is Vatnajökull itself.