Finding the Universe
Travel tales, photography and a dash of humor
We've stayed in over twenty properties across every region of Iceland. Here's where to stay, what it costs in ISK, and the places we'd book again. Read More...
We spent four weeks driving Iceland's ring road in June rain. Here's what to pack for Iceland in summer, from rain shells to base layers, tested the wet way. Read More...
Our complete guide to driving Iceland's Golden Circle, based on multiple visits in summer and winter. Includes a stop-by-stop itinerary, parking fees, tours and more. Read More...
We've visited and photographed every Game of Thrones filming location in Iceland. Here's where to find each one, what scenes were filmed there, and how to get there. Read More...
Our 3 day Iceland itinerary based on multiple trips: day-by-day driving plan, 5am arrival decision tree, lagoon comparator, and how it changes by month. Read More...
We've driven thousands of miles across Iceland over multiple trips. Here's our complete guide to speed limits, insurance, F-roads, fuel, car rental and more. Read More...
We've visited close to 100 waterfalls in Iceland across multiple trips. Here are our 25 favourites, with a map, photography tips, parking fees, and how to reach each one. Read More...
After 4 weeks driving Iceland's Ring Road, our honest 7 day itinerary: daily stops, hotels at every budget, and 9 ways this trip goes wrong. Read More...
We've driven road trips on three continents, from Route 66 to the NC500. Our 15 picks for the world's best road trips, plus a table to help you choose. Read More...
We've done Iceland both ways across multiple trips. Here's how to decide between a guided tour and self-driving, with our recommended tours for 2026. Read More...
Everything you need to know about visiting the Sólheimasandur plane wreck in 2026, including the shuttle bus, parking fees, walking route, and whether it's worth the trip. Read More...
Our 5 day Iceland self-drive itinerary covering the Golden Circle, south coast, Jökulsárlón and Reykjanes, with honest pacing notes after 4 weeks driving. Read More...
After six weeks in Iceland across multiple winter trips, here is what we actually pack: layers, boots, ice grips, and the kit your glacier tour already supplies. Read More...
We've spent four weeks driving Iceland. Round-trip drive times, season windows and 2WD vs 4x4 verdicts for 15 Reykjavik day trips, and the ones to skip. Read More...
We've visited Iceland multiple times in summer and winter. Here's everything you need to plan your trip, from when to go and how to get around to budget, packing and practicalities. Read More...
25 of the best photography locations in south and west Iceland from a travel photographer who has visited multiple times. Includes parking fees, camera tips, and a suggested route. Read More...
