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Unique, Last-Minute Valentine’s Day Gifts
Looking for last-minute Valentine's Day gifts? Check out these unique gifts, all of which can be delivered quickly!
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How to Get to Venice from the Marco Polo Airport
Are you thinking about visiting the incredible city of Venice? Excellent choice! If Venice is your first (or only) stop in Italy, you’ll be flying into Marco Polo International Airport (VCE). From there, you have several options to get to Venice from the Marco Polo airport. Arriving in Venice Before I started planning our trip to Venice, I incorrectly assumed that the airport was located on the island. Nope, it is actually on the mainland! The question, then, is how do you get to Venice from the Marco Polo airport? Before we talk about that, let’s clarify two things that may be confusing if you’ve never traveled to Venice. I…
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The Blue Lagoon Packing List
Have you booked your entrance package for Iceland’s Blue Lagoon? Congratulations! Now comes the next step: what do you pack and take with you to Iceland’s most popular tourist attraction? I’m here to help you with my detailed Blue Lagoon Packing List. I’ve included a free, downloadable version of this list below so be sure to check that out! This Blue Lagoon packing list is perfect for you, whether you’re visiting during an extended airport layover or as an Iceland vacationer. My list will make it easy to pack a bag and ensure you have all of the essentials for a perfect stay at the Blue Lagoon. *This page contains…
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The Blue Lagoon: Yea or Nay?
Iceland’s Blue Lagoon is not only one of the country’s most popular attractions but also one of it’s most polarizing. Tourists seem to either love it or hate it. Personally, I had an amazing time and definitely recommend spending some time here. Therefore, my vote is a resounding “yea!” Having an incredible experience does take a little planning and managing of expectations, though. I’m going to share everything you need to know to have a stress-free and faaaaabulous experience, dahlings. Our Experience at the Blue Lagoon It was Easter morning. We awoke in our Reykjavik hotel to brisk temperatures, cloudy skies, and the threat of freezing rain and snow. Although…
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Iceland Packing List: Winter/Early Spring
Let’s face it. Traveling to a cold climate can present many challenges when it comes to packing. Never fear, my fellow wanderluster! I’m here to help you know exactly what you should pack for your Iceland adventure to ensure you not only stay warm but have everything you need for a fabulous trip! My free, thorough, and downloadable Iceland packing list is available at the end of this post for your printing convenience. Iceland Packing: General Dressing Advice The key to staying warm and comfortable in Iceland’s temperamental weather is to dress in layers. If you will be exploring Iceland’s natural attractions, you’re going to be spending a lot of…
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Renting a Car in Iceland
Renting a car in Iceland is easy, relatively cheap, and convenient! If you plan to explore more of the country than just Reykjavik, it is definitely the logical choice to make. There are some things you need to know before renting a car in Iceland, though, so keep reading for my top tips to make this process as seamless as possible! This page may contain affiliate links. As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualified purchases made from this site, but at no increased cost to you. How do I reserve a car? As is the case with most things, the internet will be your best bet to find the…
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The Top 10 Stops on Iceland’s Golden Circle Tour
Do you want to see as many attractions along the Golden Circle as a day will allow? You’ve come to the right spot because I’m highlighting ten stops along the Golden Circle in this one-day driving itinerary. That’s seven more stops than what many tour groups will offer! My itinerary also follows a personally-tested, alternate driving route to avoid the onslaught of tour busses (and people) that are so prevalent along the Golden Circle. If you read my previous Golden Circle post, you know that we drove the Golden Circle in a counter-clockwise direction, beginning at the Keflavik airport. We had a couple reasons for this but it was mostly…
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A Beginner’s Guide to Iceland’s Golden Circle
Iceland’s Golden Circle is arguably one of the most popular routes in the country, consisting of three main stops: Pingvellir National Park, Gulfoss Waterfall, and the Haukadalur Geothermal Valley (Geysir and Strokkur are the most notable attractions here). Check out my post here to learn about the Top 10 Stops along the Golden Circle. How to “Do” the Golden Circle There are a couple ways you can experience the Golden Circle. One way is to book a trip with an organized tour company, allowing them to do all the driving for you. If you are a nervous driver, don’t want to have to rent a car, or if you are…
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Iceland Information: A Beginner’s Guide
Are you booking or planning for your fist trip to Iceland? Yay! I’m so glad you’re reading because I am here to share all of the Iceland information you need for an amazing and stress-free vacation! I’ll be honest. Iceland was previously not at the top of my “must see list.” I typically do not like the cold and traveling to a location that is colder than where I live in the Midwest always seemed silly to me. I’m stating it right here and right now: I was wrong! Iceland proved to be an incredible destination with some of the most beautiful landscapes and natural wonders I have ever seen.…