What do you do when you decide to travel somewhere, but you can’t find a hotel room? Panic? Cancel your trip? Postpone your trip? Absolutely not! There are different options you can take including maybe staying at a B&B, staying at a friend’s place, or like me, turning to airbnb. If you’re anything like my… Read More
Some might say that I preach about traveling to new places all of the time and that would be true. So to hear that I was off again to Iceland might seem somewhat contradictory to my self-imposed travel mantra. But work with me on this one. I have yet to see all of Iceland and… Read More
Feeling completely relaxed after enjoying an amazing afternoon at the Blue Lagoon, we made our way back to our hotel, CenterHotel Þingholt to continue our 24 hours in Reykjavik. As it was now dark outside, I admit this pic doesn’t do the statues any justice, but I love how they are dressed up for Christmas… Read More
After breakfast at our hotel, CenterHotel Þingholt, we prepared ourselves for our trip to the Blue Lagoon. After my last trip to Iceland in 2012, I was lucky enough to combine my airport transfer along with the Blue Lagoon, which resulted in an extremely relaxed plane ride back to the States. My experience this time… Read More
We finally made it to Reykjavik and I was so excited to spend a fun filled 24 hours in Iceland to show my husband a little of why I love this country so much. Keflavik International Airport is a little bit of a maze so after departing your plane, you walk down a long hallway that… Read More
After our short stay in the Virgin Atlantic lounge at Boston Logan International Airport, we were ready to board our plane to Iceland. Did you know that a flight from Boston to Reykjavik, Iceland is only about 4 1/2 – 5 hours? That’s right! Do you know what makes that flight even better? Flying Business… Read More
My guess is that if you are like me and live anywhere outside of Iceland, you are more than familiar with the concept of names and how people call and refer to one another. Take that and forget about it because in Iceland they use patronymics. What? Let’s start with an example like that of little John… Read More
Hard to believe, but there are more hotels from my trip to Iceland. We had a whirlwind tour of hotels on a rainy Thursday, February 2, 2012 in beautiful Reykjavik. Despite the rain, we made our way to several hotels and as a result, I can relay to you information about some of these accommodations… Read More
If you’re staying in Reykjavik, Iceland, there are many hotels to choose from including Hotel Borg. During my recent stay in Iceland, I toured a few hotels, including the Hotel Borg. The hotel describes itself as combining “old time elegance with modern style” in the centre of Reykjavik, Icelands capital. The four star Hotel Borg… Read More
If you’re looking for modern amenities with traditional styling in the heart of Reykjavik, Iceland, then look no further than the Hotel Reykjavík Centrum. Upon first inspection, you might think that it’s not a hotel from the exterior, but instead someone’s home. If you want to feel like staying in something traditional, authentic, and less… Read More
