Today, let's discuss the lesser-known gem of Forest Lagoon ( www.forestlagoon.is ), located just outside the captivating town of Akureyri, Iceland. During our port stop in Akureyri, Iceland aboard the beautiful Disney Dream, our crew wrapped up a day of exploration by jumping into the natural splendor of this hidden lagoon. Join me as we uncover the secrets of its unique creation and compare it to the renowned Blue Lagoon. Our day in Akureyi began with an exhilarating explor

Today, we're excited to share our incredible experience visiting Dimmuborgir, a natural wonderland nestled in the picturesque landscapes of northern Iceland. This enchanting destination was part of our unforgettable port stop in Akureyri during our most recent cruise aboard the beautiful Disney Dream. Join us as we unravel the legend of the mischievous Yule Lads and discover the unique beauty of Dimmuborgir! Arriving in Akureyri: Our Disney cruise docked in the charming town

Lake Mývatn, located in northern Iceland, is a picturesque spot along the Diamond Circle that offers breathtaking views and unique geological formations. Formed over 2000 years ago, the lake is a result of a volcanic eruption in the Mývatn area. We spent some time exploring the lakes, hills and pseudocraters on our day in northern Iceland. The formation of Lake Mývatn began with a series of volcanic eruptions that occurred around 2300 years ago. The volcanic activity in the

During our port stop in Akureyri, Iceland we were able to spend some time exploring the captivating Hverir in the Namafjall Geothermal Area. After the site of Godafoss in the morning, our group of 24 friends and family, ranging from little kids to teenagers and adults, were primed for an unforgettable experience in this geothermal wonderland. Namafjall is a high-temperature geothermal area full of active fumaroles and mud pots releasing steam scented with hydrogen sulfide whi

In the enchanting land of Iceland, breathtaking natural wonders await at every turn. If you're traveling to northern Iceland with your family, make sure to include a visit to Godafoss, the "Waterfall of the Gods," in your itinerary. Located just a short drive from the charming town of Akureyri, this picturesque waterfall promises an unforgettable experience for both young and old. Getting There: To embark on this family adventure, begin your journey from Akureyri, often refe

In our final blog post about our wonderful time in Iceland's Golden Circle, we must highlight some diversions between the big, poplar sites. We spent about 14 hours exploring the Golden Circle and the Blue Lagoon. While time in our private vans was full of constantly changing views of jaw-dropping landscapes and stories from our guides from Nice Travel, ( www.nicetravel. is ) we found these stops to be highlights themselves rather than just a chance to stretch our legs. K

Blue Lagoon Iceland: Bathing in the surprisingly blue waters not only relaxed us but filled us with joy!

Kerið is a volcanic crater lake located along Iceland's breathtaking Golden Circle. Kerið crater is about 3000 years old and formed when a volcano collapsed in on itself. The strikingly blue lake formed when the crater filled with water. The soil is bright crimson due to it's high iron content. Minerals in the water contribute to it's lovely blue color. Green leaves and colorful wildflowers contribute to the kaleidoscope of color visitors encounter here. Kerið crater measure

Þingvellir (Thingvellir) National Park in Iceland is not only beautiful and visually interesting, but is also the site of important...

Gullfoss waterfall can be found along the Golden Circle in southwest Iceland. Be sure to include a stop here when exploring the Golden...