Reykjavík holidays

The next day at The Retreat at The Blue Lagoon, we started off with a relaxing swim, then breakfast and a determination to hike to the amazing viewpoint of the newly erupting Meradalir volcano....

Are you going to Iceland and want to make sure you get the most out of your trip? Exploring Iceland can be done in a layover stop, but it is also a fantastic country for a two-week holiday....

Iceland is a country that requires little introduction. Peppered with topaz-blue lagoons, ancient volcanoes and a stunning glacier park, this land of ‘fire and ice’ attracts over two million visitors a year. For many of these visitors, however, the country’s capital, Reykjavik, is a place to pay just a fleeting visit, rather than a destination to explore in its own right....

Iceland is an extremely drivable country and hiring a car is a must- particularly if you want to explore its phenomenal landscape in your own time (rather than as part of a group tour). Given that most visitors to the country will initially base themselves in Iceland’s capital – Reykjavik – or at least spend a day exploring the city, the majority of us will be looking for somewhere to park safely, once there. Before arriving in Reykjavik and hiring our own car, I was a little concerned...