Many of the links on this page are "Iceland Guy Approved", which means I have used / experienced the product, service, location, web site, activity, store, etc. listed and I recommend you consider as well when planning your trip to Iceland. All "Iceland Guy Approved" links are presented in RED.*

1. Travel: Air Iceland Connect - For flights around Iceland, day trips, and excursions to Greenland, Faroe Islands and Scotland. Cozy Campers - Flexible and affordable option for travelling around the country. FlyBus - Provides airport transfer between Keflavik Airport and downtown Reykjavik (~ 30 minutes) for approximately $30. Guide to Iceland - Comprehensive trip planning web site. Iceland CloseUp - Travel tips and insights from a Beijing native living in Iceland since 2013. Iceland Naturally - Recent news and events throughout Iceland. Icelandair - Best way to get to Iceland! Inspired by Iceland - Comprehensive site on visiting the country. Lonely Planet - Iceland - Lonely Planet is my trusted source for Iceland and all other places I go. PLAY Airlines - New Icelandic budget airline starting service to Iceland and Europe from Baltimore and Boston beginning April 20. 2022. Road.is - English language website with up-to-date road conditions around Iceland. Stride Travel - Website where you can research and compare guided tour offerings of Iceland. The Adventure People Viator - Hop On, Hop Off Bus - Comprehensive site on visiting the country. Visit Reykjavik - Tips on visiting the capital. 2. North Iceland Links: Visit North Iceland Visit Akureyri - Akureyri is "the capital of the North" and this web site leads you to all the activities throughout the area. Visit Husavik - Whale-watching capital of Iceland and setting for 2020 Will Ferrell / Rachel McAdams comedy film "Eurovision Song Contest - The Story of Fire Saga." Visit Myvatn - A visit to the North is not complete without travelling to the other-worldly Lake Myvatn and its nearby attractions -- Dettifoss waterfall, Asbyrgi canyon, Husavik (whale watching), Myvatn nature baths. Visit Skagfjordur -- One hour west of Akureyri, this is the horse, birding, and white water center of Iceland. 1238.is - Experience The Battle of Iceland in virtual reality in the charming seaport town of Saudarkrokur in Skagafjordur. Dimmuborgir Guesthouse - Affordable, rustic cabins on the shores of Lake Myvatn. Forest Lagoon - New geothermal spa opening in Akueyri in April 2022. Myvatn Nature Baths - This is the "Blue Lagoon of the North" located on a high ridge overlooking Lake Myvatn. Vok baths - Located near Egilsstadir, East Iceland. 3. South Iceland Links: Visit South Iceland - After the Golden Circle, most popular region to visit. Friðheimar - Unique restaurant located in a greenhouse with exclusively tomato-themed menu. On the Golden Circle route near Geysir and Skaholt. Jokulsarlon Glacial Lagoon - 30 minutes east of Skaftafell is this other-worldly sea of floating icebergs. Laugarvatn Fontana Geothermal Baths - Spa next to large lake directly on the Golden Circle route; also adjacent to town pool which is also very nice. Secret Lagoon (Gamla Laugin, Fluðir) - Oldest natural hot spring in Iceland opened in 2014 to the general public. Skaftafell National Park - Second largest national park that includes great hiking, camping and access to nearby glaciers. 4. Reykjavik Accommodations: Reykjavik City Hostel - Excellent, affordable accommodations adjacent to Laugardalslaug swimming pool, World Class Iceland gym, bike rentals, and large nature park. Icelandair Hotels Hilton Reykjavik Nordica - My favorite hotel in Reykjavik. Request an even-numbered room for a beautiful view of sea and mountains. Fosshotel - National hotel chain with several locations in Reykjavik. VRBO AirBnB 5. News / Info / Events / Books: "Dip Into Iceland and Stay for the Warmth" - Mary Winston Nicklin, The Washington Post, 10/25/2015 Iceland Review Online Reykjavik Grapevine - Site with news, travel info, music, culture geared to ex-pats. Icelandic Association of Washington, DC Learn Icelandic Online (free) Iceland, Defrosted - Book from Edward Hancox (2013) about one man's obsession with the people, places, and music of Iceland. Harpa - Award-winning concert hall located at Reykjavik harbor with events from many Icelandic and international performers. Iceland Karaoke Song - Inspired by Iceland. "How Iceland Changed the World: The Big History of a Small Island", by Egill Bjarnason - Fun read about how Iceland has been the "Forrest Gump" of world events. "Quality Time With Fjords," Wall Street Journal, 7/17/2021 Every Last Puffin (2021) -- Enjoyable 2nd novel by Edward Hancox. Not about Iceland per se, but the disappearing of Puffins from the UK. 6. Icelandic Music Sites: The Icelandic Museum of Rock and Roll - New (April, 2014) museum in Keflavik, five minutes away from the international airport. Of Monsters and Men - Iceland's biggest musical export since Bjork / Sigur Ros. For more info, click here. Úlfur Úlfur - Popular Icelandic rap group. Icelandic Radio Stations Tólf Tónar - Famous music store in Reykjavik just steps from Hallgrimskirkja church. 7. Food / Clothing / Products: Baejarins Beztu Pylsur- Best lamb hot dogs in Iceland, hands down. "Icelandic Glacial" water Icelandic Hot Dogs (pylsa) Icelandic Street Food - Traditional Icelandic recipes at affordable prices at three locations in downtown Reykjavik. Lamb Street Food - Healthy, delicious and affordable fast casual food option specializing in Icelandic lamb and locally-sourced ingredients. 66 North - The brand for outerwear from Iceland. Valdis - Popular new ice cream / gelato café in Reykjavik Harbor area.

8. Money: Exchange Rates (Icelandic krona) 9. Forecasts: Weather - never know what you are going to get! Northern Lights - Best chances to see the Aurora Borealis is when it is cold, clear and away from the city lights. White areas on map show possible locations on a daily basis. Northern Lights - Guide for First Timers 10. Iceland Volcanic Eruptions: In the past three years, the Reykjanes peninsula near the town of Grindavik has experienced frequent eruptions after being dormant for over 800 years. On December 18th, the most recent occurred near the 4,000-person town of the previously evacuated Grindavik, and the closure of the nearby world-famous Blue Lagoon. Unlike the previous three eruptions, this one is not "tourist-friendly," and visitors are urged to stay away from the area. So far international air travel at nearby Keflavik airport has not been affected. Here is an article with more information. Two live web cam sites: WebCam 1 WebCam 2 11. Activities: Craft Breweries: Borg - Division of Olgerdin Brewery located in Reykjavik. Brewery tours are available on TH / F / SAT. Bruggsmiðjan - Oldest microbrewery in Iceland, founded in 2006, located in Dalvik (Skagafjordur). Dokkan Brewery - If in the Westfjords, stop in at this place in Isafjordur. Einstök Ölgerd - located in Akueyri. Their craft brews are available at selected locations in the US. Ölvisholt Brugghús "Brewery" - located in Selfoss (South Iceland) within 45 minutes of Reykjavik. Olverk Pizza & Brewery - Located in Hveragerdi about 30 minutes east of Reykjavik on Route 1 (Ring Road). RVK Brewing - Located in downtown Reykjavik. Segull 67 - located in Siglufjordur (Skagafjordur). Steðja Brewery - located in Reykholt (Borgarfjordur) about one hour from Reykjavik Cycling Iceland Cycling Map / Services List Bike Company - Friendly, knowledgeable, affordable bike rental and touring company centrally located in downtown Reykjavik. Fitness World Class Iceland - Chain of fitness centers in the capital region with the largest next to Laugardalslaug swimming complex. Hiking Listing and Description of Best Hikes FI Huts - Series of mountain huts available throughout the country for the overnight hiker. Horseback Riding Ís Hestar Laxnes Horse Farm - located conveniently in Reykjavik suburb of Mosfellsbaer Soccer / Football: Smallest country in the world to ever qualify for the men's World Cup (2018) and in Europe to ever qualify for the men's Euro 2016 tournament, taking the world by "Viking Clap"! Icelandic Commentary Goes Viral after Island's Historic Win, 2 - 1, Over Austria (6/22/2016) Swimming/Hot Springs/Spas Blue Lagoon - Geothermal pool with skin-healing powers only 20 minutes from the Keflavik airport. Minimum adult entry fee is either 40 or 50 Euros depending on season. Pre-booking is now required! Swimming In Iceland - general info site for swimming pools around Iceland Krauma baths (Reykholt) - New (2017) spa adjacent to active geothermal area in picturesque area about one hour's drive from Reykjavik. Laugardalslaug - My favorite pool / hot pot in Reykjavik and one of the largest in the country; adjacent to World Class Iceland gym and a large nature park. Sundhöllin - Downtown swimming pool with rooftop hot pots overlooking the city center. "Iceland Swimming Tips," Iceland Review, 11/28/2012 Sky Lagoon - New attraction that opened in Reykjavik suburb of Kopavogur in Spring 2021 White Water Rafting Arctic Rafting Reykjavik Attractions: FlyOver Iceland - Popular new attraction with locals and tourists alike where you get to "fly" over Iceland in about 10 minutes. Northern Lights Centre Whales of Iceland museum Wonders of Iceland (Perlan) 12. Festivals: These all take place in Reykjavik unless noted. January: 2023 - Rick Steve's List of 2023 Festivals in Iceland January: Reykjavik International Games January / February: Winter Lights Festival February / March: Food and Fun March: Reykjavik Chess Open March: Aldrei Fór Ég Suðjur (Ísafjordur) April: Dark Music Days April: Icelandic Horse Expo June: Secret Solstice (music) June 17th: National Day August: Reykjavik Jazz Festival (Jazzhátio Reykjavikur) (music) August: Reykjavik Marathon August: Innipukinn Festival (music) August: Reykjavik Gay Pride August: Culture Night September: Reykjavik International Literary Festival September / October: Reykjavik International Film Festival November: Iceland Airwaves (music)

^*The Iceland Guy offers these links to you based on my personal experiences with travel to Iceland and with my personal knowledge of Icelandic goods and services. If you have any questions or doubts about any of these links or recommendations, I encourage you to check with other resources, on-line or otherwise, that can provide you with additional background and feedback on these companies, products and services. The Iceland Guy will not be held responsible for any negative consequences that occur as a result of you doing business with the organizations linked from this web site.