Why Vök Baths in the East of Iceland is a must-visit destination
The East of Iceland does not get the attention from travelers it deserves. It has many lovely destinations, looks, and feels different from other parts of Iceland. The explanation is that it is geologically much older than many other parts of the country. It also...
The best place to see puffins in Iceland
The puffin is not the national bird of Iceland. I don’t even know if we have an official bird. Interestingly, Iceland’s crest featured a falcon. But if I had to choose, the national bird of Iceland would be the raven. But it is not up...
Iceland Wilderness Center is where the past comes to life
I recently visited the Iceland Wilderness Center in the East of Iceland, founded in 2016. It is close to the iconic Stuðlagil Canyon, the Hengifoss waterfall, and the cozy Vök Baths. The Wilderness Center features a beautiful exhibition on how life was in the region...
East Iceland offers dramatic landscapes and hidden gems
East Iceland, or Austurland in Icelandic, is a hidden gem. The region stretches from Mt. Eystrahorn in the south to the town of Vopnafjörður in the north. It is characterized by its dramatic landscapes, deep fjords surrounded by rugged mountains, and picturesque fishing villages. One...
The second world war in Iceland – visit the WW2 museum in eastern Iceland
The second world war in Iceland was a peculiar time. Thankfully the country did not experience fighting, although sailors risk their lives fishing and transporting fish to Britain. Submarine attacks or air raids killed about 160 Icelandic sailors. Few remains from the second war in...
Vök baths is a must visit nature bath in the east of Iceland
Vök baths near Urriðavatn lake are close to the town of Egilsstaðir. This nature bath is one of the latest of Iceland’s top-quality travel destinations. I am delighted to announce that readers of Stuck in Iceland Travel Magazine get a 10% discount when they use...
Stuðlagil Canyon is an masterpiece of Icelandic nature
Instagram has brought fame to many places around the world. The latest Instagram sensation coming from Iceland is Stuðlagil. This canyon in the glacial river, Jökulsá á Brú, AKA Jökulsá á Dal, AKA Jöklal) in the east of Iceland. For the past two years or...
