Iceland is a magical country with more than 10.000 waterfalls, volcanoes and some of the most unique landscapes on this planet.
Winter in Iceland stands for short days, rough weather and the Northern Lights. Summer on the other hand is popular for the midnight sun, bird migration and incredible landscapes.
Even though Iceland is a very popular tourist destinations, there are still many hidden gems to be explored here. I was really surprised about how few people visited some of the most incredible places while I visited.
I did a ring road trip around Iceland in January 2023 and did a great mix of the typical tourist attractions but also some amazing hidden gems. I really enjoyed my time in Iceland, even though the weather was pretty crazy and cold.
I hope you find the below tips & blog posts helpful, in case of any questions, reach out to me on instagram!
General Information & Good to know about Iceland
Language:
Icelandic, but English is spoken everywhere.
Currency:
Icelandic krona (about 140 ISK is 1 EUR or 120 ISK is 1 USD – last updated in August 2026)
Weather:
Generally a cold country due to it´s location in the North of Europe. Winter is known to be very cold and stormy and summer is popular for the midnight sun. You can visit Iceland during any time of the year – it’s always magical.
Safety:
Iceland is a very safe country. People even leave their cars on while they go grocery shopping. You can feel very safe here, no matter if you are traveling in a group or by yourself.
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