Traveling the world
By Emma Berg
Alas, I am no landscape photographer. Thankfully, the scenery in Iceland is beautiful enough to make up for my talents. Dad and I arrived at Keflavik International Airport for a week long adventure in the “Land of ice and fire.” We rented a small car, advertised as “golden” (really an attractive bright orange, which made finding where we had parked much easier) and began our journey on the “Ring Road,” or, rather Highway 1, which winds its way around the entire island. Our adventure included stunning scenery, some of the kindest people it has ever been our good fortune to meet, and a lot of one lane bridges and tunnels (for which Iceland has a fondness). It was early spring, so there was still snow on the ground. It was breathtakingly beautiful, but the hiking would be better in summer. We visited many towns and stayed in Gullfoss. If ever visiting there, I’d recommend staying at the Hotel Gullfoss; the rooms are lovely, the food is exceptional (try the Gras Lax), and it’s just a small hike to the famous Gullfoss Falls from the hotel. Höfn, a seaside town, Reynihłid by Lake Myvatn; excellent hiking, geysers, and a natural geothermal spa which is less crowded and cheaper than the Blue Lagoon, and Reykjavik are all within hiking distance.
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