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    What to do in Iceland

    by libertyjay November 11, 2019

    Iceland is becoming an increasingly popular destination to travel in recent years. And when we got a fantastic deal on our flights, we didn’t hesitate to book our trip. We decided to go in June, as we tend to enjoy hikes and didn’t want to contend with freezing temps. Plus, we enjoyed long days since the sun didn’t set until midnight. It’s not the best time to visit Iceland if you have a desire to see the Northern Lights, but there is so much to see and experience in this interesting country.

    Blue Lagoon, Iceland

    1. Blue Lagoon is one of the most iconic landmarks in Iceland. We actually came directly from the airport after we arrived. It was perfect because it was early and not too many people were there. I would suggest you come first thing in the morning to beat the crowds later in the day. I linked my tips for visiting the Blue Lagoon when you visit.
    Diamond Beach, Iceland

    2. Glacier Lagoon and Diamond Beach. I link these two destinations together because they are literally adjacent to one another. Personally, this was my favorite part of Iceland. It is nearly 5 hours from Reykjavik so you will need to rent a vehicle (which we did) or go with a tour. We spent the night in a town called Vik, which is about half way between the two towns.

    Glacier Lagoon, Iceland

    3. Skogafoss Waterfall is a gorgeous place to visit and there is the opportunity for a hike while you’re here. You can get beautiful pictures from both top and bottom of the falls. Once you are at the top you can trek along the water with spectacular views.

    Skogafoss Waterfall, Iceland

    Take a scenic trek atop the Skogafoss Falls.

    4. Golden circle. Traveling along the Golden Circle, you’re going to be greeted with some of the country’s most beautiful scenery. The Golden Circle is home to geysers, hot springs, craters and geological beauty formed by hundreds of thousands of years of volcanic activity.

    Kerid Crater along the Golden Circle

    Stop and see Geysir. It was the first geyser ever described in a printed source, and the english word geyser derives from this Geysir. You will find this along the Golden Circle. You will see it erupts every 5 min.

    Gullfoss Waterfall is Iceland’s most iconic and beloved waterfalls on the Golden Circle. The water travels from the Glacier Langjokull and cascades 105 ft down Gullfoss’ two stages in a dramatic display of the raw power of nature.

    Another must see along the Golden circle is Thingvellir National Park. This area is where Iceland’s stark geological processes are playing out right in front of you. It’s a unique place and you can see tectonic plates separating, beautiful scenery with plains, lakes and rivers. It’s about a 45 min drive from Reyjkavik.

    Thingvellir National Park, Iceland

    You are greeted with waterfalls, plains, rivers and tectonic plate activity in Thingvellir National Park.

    Thingvellir National Park is about a 45 minute drive from Reykjavik.

    5. Reynisfjara Beach and Basalt Columns is home to the black sand beach and is the most famous beach on the South Coast of Iceland. The beautiful black sands, powerful waves and basalt columns make it a truly unique and fun place to visit.

    Basaltic Columns on Reynisfjara Beach, Iceland

    Take a climb on the Basalt Columns on the Black sand beach.

    Reynisfjara Black Sand Beach

    The Dyrholaey Peninsula is a promenade famed for its staggering views of Iceland’s South coast with it’s historic lighthouse. Take a walk to see the abundance of birdlife and the migration of puffins.

    Reynisdrangar are impressive rock formations situated near the shore of Reynisfjara’s black sand beach.

    6. Do a Puffin tour. We booked an extreme puffin tour (https://www.fromcoasttomountains.com/ingolfshofdi-puffin-tour) and it was worth it. It was an adventure as we took a 30 min tractor ride to the base of the cliff and had another 30 min hike. The views were amazing and we did see a lot of puffins.

    Tractor ride for the puffin tour

    After a 30 min tractor ride, we had another 30 min hike to the cliffs to see the puffins.

    Take a puffin tour while visiting Iceland. We took the Ingólfshöfði puffin tour which is linked above.

    Ingólfshöfði puffin tour

    7. Hallgrimskirkja church for the best views of Reykjavik. Head to the clock tower for impressive birds eye view of the Nations capital. The church looks like a spaceship and it’s a quick walk from anywhere in the city.

    Hallgrimskirkja Lutherin Church

    Head to the clock tower of the Hallgrimskirkja church for outstanding views of Reykjavik.

    8. Harpa Concert Hall is an award winning building situated in the Old Harbour. Completed in 2011 by Henning Larsen Architects, this is a magnificent structure both outside and in.

    Harpa Concert Hall, Iceland

    The Harpa Concert Hall is magnificent.

    9. Seljalandsfoss Waterfall is located in the South Region and is fully encircled. Take a walk behind the waterfall and feel the power of the water. Make sure you have rain gear because you will get soaked.

    Seljalandsfoss Waterfall, Iceland

    Be sure to wear rain gear when you walk behind Seljanlandfoss Waterfall.

    10.Svartifoss Waterfall is located in the Skaftafell/Vatnajökull National Park . The hiking trails in the park are well signed. Walking to the Svartifoss takes about 60-90 minutes (2 kilometer). The trail is easy and leads slightly uphill. At the Visitor center in Skaftafell, which is open all year around, a lot of information is available. It is not necessary to get a map with the trail to Svartifoss waterfall, but it also gives a lot of information about where you are.

    Svartifoss Waterfall

    There are so many wonderful things to see in Iceland which is why I would suggest renting a vehicle because you never know what beauty you will stumble upon.

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    Visiting Vigeland Park in Oslo, Norway

    by libertyjay November 4, 2019
    by libertyjay November 4, 2019

    Visiting and strolling through Vigeland Park is a must-do in Oslo.  Once you’re here, you can understand why. Not only is it impeccable— the vibe is so interesting as you’re casually greeted by hundreds of unique (and very naked) statues everywhere. (Be sure to take a closer look at the…

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    How to get out of a funk

    by libertyjay August 13, 2019
    by libertyjay August 13, 2019

    I don’t know about you, but I’ve been in a funk for most of the summer. I always associated summer as my “down time”. I never travel during the summer months and I am usually just returning from a big European Vacation right before it begins. I’ve taken a big…

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    Getting bored with life?

    by libertyjay July 10, 2019
    by libertyjay July 10, 2019

    Think about your life and the routine you have for your day, week, month and even year. Are you doing the same thing without any new experience? Many studies show that most people can get depressed when they leave no room something new in their life. In this episode, learn…

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    When you don’t have the support you want

    by libertyjay June 19, 2019
    by libertyjay June 19, 2019

    Are you a risk taker and love to try new things with passion, but don’t understand why those closest to you aren’t in your corner to give you support? As isolating as this may seem, it’s actually very common and almost normal. In this episode, I give you some gems…

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    Don’t justify your life choices

    by libertyjay June 4, 2019
    by libertyjay June 4, 2019

    In today’s episode, I talk about why it’s not necessary to over-explain or over-justify your decisions in life. I know I have been guilty of this, and we cannot change how people view us and our life choices. So, why not save your energy and time. Let’s go over some…

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    15 Things to do in Oslo, Norway

    by libertyjay June 4, 2019
    by libertyjay June 4, 2019

    We seem to have an ongoing theme, by visiting a Scandinavian Country every spring. I don’t hate it either. I have a special place in my heart for Scandinavia. We have been to all of them, with the exception of Finland, and I must say that Norway is probably my…

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    Morning rituals for success

    by libertyjay May 29, 2019
    by libertyjay May 29, 2019

    “When you win the morning, you win the day”. This is one of my favorite quotes and a damn good one to live by. Every successful person has a well established morning ritual, or routine they do before they enter the world. Now, I am talking about highly successful people…

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    Stop bullying your own life

    by libertyjay May 22, 2019
    by libertyjay May 22, 2019

    We’ve all heard the phrase, “Comparison is the thief of joy”. But, it robs us of much more. It takes us away from the present, and we forget our purpose, therefore we end up getting demotivated if we don’t compare to someone else. I’ve been there and where did it…

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    How to get out of your own way

    by libertyjay April 30, 2019
    by libertyjay April 30, 2019

    Do you constantly make excuses for the goals you want out of life? Do you find yourself with a ton of reasons why you aren’t feeling motivated or inspired? Learn how to cultivate a limitless mindset to get things done, and to stop making excuses that get you nowhere. Take…

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Liberty Belle Jay is a Health Care Professional, Certified Life Coach, writer and inspiring Author. She is not only on a quest to travel the world nourishing her wanderlust soul--she inspires people to live boldly and take risks to create the life they deserve. Her message about cultivating a positive mindset is key to living a happy life. She encourages you to take action to align yourself with the life you have only dreamed about. Tune in to Liberty's podcast Life of Liberty each week for inspiring conversations with an impactful message.

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