Blue Lagoon, Iceland

The Blue Lagoon is probably one of the most iconic places in Iceland and for good reason. The steam rising off the icy-blue geothermal lagoon juxtaposed by the surrounding volcanic field makes you feel like you've stepped onto another planet. This sentiment is only furthered once you get in lagoon and are surrounded by people in …

Northern Lights by Boat

In our research for the Iceland trip, my roommate Laura and I read that the best time to see the northern lights (aurora borealis) in Iceland is from October-March. Our trip was planned for the end of March, during the shoulder season, so we knew there was a good chance we may not see them. …