Iceland is a special place. It’s one of those places that has completely changed me as a person and my experiences in this stunning country have developed a long standing love affair with Iceland. I know we’ll be back many times over during our lives and it’s a place that I think of often, reliving incredible moments we’ve had there and remembering the memories from the incredible place that is Iceland. There are way more than 5 reasons to visit Iceland, but if you have to know my top ones… here’s why you should hop on the next plane to Iceland.
Endless and Stunning Waterfalls
Looking for the land of a thousand waterfalls (probably more), Iceland is it. Everywhere you look, whether big or small, Iceland has waterfall after waterfall and they are all incredibly stunning and unique.
The Stunning and Diverse Landscape
Nowhere else in the world that I’ve been has a landscape like Iceland. From fjords to mountains, to valleys and plains, Iceland is so diverse. You can drive for an hour and see every landscape possible on Earth. Let’s just say there is a reason that most sci-fi movies based on other planets film in Iceland, it literally feels like you’re not on Earth anymore.
The Happy and Kind Locals
The locals in Iceland are so proud of their country and their culture. I love learning about their traditions, hearing their stories of elves and trolls and have genuinely loved the locals there on both of our trips.
The Icelandic Horses
They are famous for a reason, but the Icelandic horses are a pretty great reason to head to Iceland immediately. Fluffy, friendly and everywhere, I loved stopping along the side of the road and visiting with the horses that roam all over the country.
Serene and Surreal Moments
Never in my life have I had so many moments where I stood in an incredibly beautiful location and looked out and just felt so connected to the Earth and so small all at once. Iceland has brought out more moments like that in me than I can count and it’s those serene and surreal moments when you might be the only person for miles that really change you. Iceland will change you, for the better.
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Dr. Sus says
Wow! You’ve convinced me. I’m hopping to stop over in September on my way to move to Wales for college.
Casey says
You totally should!!! It’s such an amazing country!
Kaelene @ Unlocking Kiki says
Love all of these reasons!
Casey says
And so many more!!!!
Kal says
How has it changed you forever exactly?? I honestly want to know when people make statements like this.
Casey says
For me, my trips to Iceland really made me look at our world differently. Iceland is so unique in its landscape that it made me truly change how I see places, how I take them in, if that makes sense? It’s also the only place that I’ve ever fallen in love with the landscape like that, I’m usually much more of a city person but I just crave the Icelandic landscape now!
Melissa says
I can relate to her statement, actually. I was living in NYC and loving the loud, fast pace, when I first visited Iceland in March 2011. Six months later, I was arranging for a move to the Pacific Northwest because that trip had made me realize how much I loved being in a slower-paced environments where I could sit with my thoughts and take in the beauty of nature – something I had not longed for before that trip. So I could also say going to Iceland changed me forever. I’ve since been back two more times and will be heading there for my wedding in three weeks.
I know people sometimes make hyperbolic statements like this, but in the case of Iceland, it really can be a place that makes people think differently about their lives and surroundings.
Casey says
Totally. Sometimes there are places that just make a difference in your life or in your outlook. I feel very emotional about places and Iceland definitely brought that out in me!
Molly @ The Move to America says
Iceland does look and sound like a really interesting place to visit – I will have to show this post to the husband as I think he will like the look of it too!
Casey says
It’s such an amazing place… and with great cheap flights from the US!
The Little Day Dreamer says
Iceland is at the top of my travel bucket list. I’m fascinated by the landscape and the country is really interesting.
x Kate
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Casey says
It’s such an amazing place!!! I hope you get a chance to visit!
Jordan Beck Wagner says
Such a great list. I absolutely loved all the horses in Iceland! xo
Casey says
Me too!!! They are so fun and playful!
Mo Explores says
I love waterfalls! Must get myself to Iceland one day.
Casey says
Oh my gosh, then get yourself to Iceland!!! Nick loves waterfalls and we literally were stopping every 2 seconds on our road trip in Iceland! 🙂
Mo Explores says
That would be me!!! Haha. Pinning this for a note to myself to get my butt to Iceland.
Jennifer @This Off Script Life says
I had never really considered Iceland before, but your posts and photos are so alluring. Such a pristine place. Perhaps, one day, I can stop-over in Iceland on one of my flights back to the U.S.
Casey says
It’s such an amazing country, I can’t recommend it highly enough!!!
Corinne Vail says
I couldn’t agree more! Everyone should follow this advice.
Casey says
It’s such a fantastic place… love Iceland!
Elisha says
I’d absolutely love to go! Looks beautiful. How long would you suggest going for, for the the first time?
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Casey says
We went for 4-5 days on our first trip and stayed just in the Southern part of the country and around Reykjavik. On our second trip we did 4 days and drove North. I feel like 4-5 days to do one section of the country is perfect for your first time!