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Not Falling For These Waterfalls
What our dear visitors really think of our most beloved waterfalls, according to Google Reviews One might think that Iceland’s natural beauty leaves everyone breathless, turning every trip around the country into a once-in-a-lifetime experience. But the truth is, there’s always a…
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Abandoned Iceland #20: Hjörleifshöfði
Jess gives Iona a history lesson as they climb to the top of Hjörleifshöfði. They then visit the Yoda Cave near where Star Wars was filmed, and a fight to the death ensues. Thanks to GoCar Rental for providing a car for…
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Abandoned Iceland #19: Stories Of The North
Catherine Magnúsdóttir takes us troll hunting in Skagafjörður. There, she hears some spooky stories of wives that have disappeared over the years and finds a hobby-sorcerer. She also visits Siglufjörður, where the TV show ‘Trapped’ was filmed and the location for the…
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Abandoned Iceland #18: Nesjavellir
Iona visits Nesjavellir and its geothermal power station – a perfect spot for hiking and retracing Game of Thrones. Located just over the hill from Hengill – where our last Abandoned Iceland video was recorded. Prepare for energy facts and a brief…
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Abandoned Iceland #17: Hengill Trail
Hengill is a unique hiking trail full of hot springs and beautiful view of both the city area as well as Þingvellir. Note: Due to the effect the Coronavirus is having on tourism in Iceland, it’s become increasingly difficult for the Grapevine…
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Abandoned Iceland #16: Glymur, Second-Highest Waterfall In Iceland
For this edition of Abandoned Iceland we sent the Grapevine’s Waterfall Enthusiast Division (aka Poppy Askham and Art Bicnick) to Glymur, a 198m tall waterfall in Iceland. Awe-inspiring views, amazing bird life, and some dicey river crossings – just a standard day…
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That’s Some Good F”#$% Weather: Your Reykjavík Sunny Day Guide
When you’ve lived in Reykjavík long enough, you learn that the moment the sun comes out and the temperature goes up, you gotta take advantage of it. So presenting: the Grapevine Sunshine Squad’s guide those good weather days in Reykjavík. From chill…
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Best Of West Iceland 2019: Best Hike
West is best! However true that sentiment rings, we’ll try a little harder to illustrate what we love about the region. The West of Iceland is a stunning place to explore, offering up some version of the numerous wonders that Iceland at…
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Outside Reykjavík: A Whaling Station and a WWII Base
Road Trip: Hvalfjörður A question we often get is: “I’ve a hire car, and a free day—where should I go?” Obvious answers are Snæfellsnes and the south coast. But a less-travelled road is Hvalfjörður. This picturesque fjörd is near Reykjavík, and packed…
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The Road To Glymur, The Highest Waterfall In Iceland
Glymur is the highest waterfall in Iceland, rising to an elevation of some 198 metres. To get there, it’s about a one hour drive from Reykjavík, followed by 40 minutes to an hour of walking from the parking lot to the waterfall…