Adventures around the corner
WELCOME TO THE WEST There’s a reason you’ve come to Iceland, and it’s surely not to stay in your cozy hotel room watching Netflix all day, while overlooking dozens of other fellow travelers being swept away by the mild Icelandic breeze (not that we have anything against that, the Netflix part, that is). by Donna Tsaneva
Iceland spoils its visitors and locals alike by giving them unprecedented jaw-dropping eye candy, from ghostly backdrops to colorfully painted mountains upon end. With so many options to choose from and different routes to take, planning an Icelandic road trip can be as intimidating as it is exciting! After all, choices mean decisions and decisions, even when it comes to holidays, are sometimes tough! ANOTHER DIRECTION The South Coast is definitely one of the most scenic drives in Iceland. If you’ve already covered it or are thinking of being adven turous and taking another route, release your inner daredevil and go explore Iceland’s Western region! This territory is one of the country’s eight regions. With a mere 15,000 inhabitants, chances are, you’ll be bumping into more
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From secluded, intimate coastal walks, to extreme ice caving experi ences, the sweet sound of birds chirping and waves crashing by the cliffs, the peninsula could easily be one of your most memorable experiences in this country.
sheep and tourists than locals. As with anything and everything here, this region’s extraordinary beauty will have you captiva ted from start to finish. A LITTLE BIT OF EVERYTHING The West encompasses a wide array of scenery and activities, to suit everyone’s taste—be it the Sagas, lava caves, hot springs, volcanoes, horseback riding or more adventurous quests—this area is so diverse that it is deemed to be a micro cosm of everything that Iceland has to offer. It’s close enough to Reykjavik to make a day trip out of it yet fascinating enough to stay a night or two. The roads are well maintained and easier to travel during unfavorable weather conditions. Wondering where to start your adventure? Here’s an essential list of places to inspire
you to get up and go. And remember, in Iceland, adventure is truly just around the corner! SNÆFELLSNES PENINSULA Nestled in the western territories of the island, Snæfellsnes Peninsula is truly a treat for the eyes and ears of its visitors. From secluded, intimate coastal walks, to extreme ice caving experiences, the sweet sound of birds chirping and waves
Snæfellsnes Lighthouse.
