Eating out in Iceland is not usually a budget option, except for take-out foods like hot dogs, burgers, and fish & chips. For those of us who would like to eat well and affordably, here are some ways to save on food in Reykjavik. Note: This article is part of our budget travel guide to » Read more
Iceland: Budget Travel Guide
Iceland has never been more popular as a tourist destination. In fact, over 1.5 million tourists are expected to visit in 2016, and a recent visit to the Keflavik Airport revealed just how much the tourism sector is booming. While it may be popular, is it affordable? It can be, if you spend a little » Read more
Reykjavik is small and easy to explore in just a few days. While the city is famously pricey, it doesn’t need to be! Keep reading for our best Reykjavik budget travel tips. Note: This article is part of our budget travel guide to Iceland. Reykjavik budget travel tips There’s nothing quite like Iceland’s capital. You » Read more
For true Cheapos, the best option might be to base yourself in Reykjavik and take bus tours out to the popular tourist destinations. Reykjavik Excursions, the same company that operates the airport buses, offers several tours to explore the beautiful scenery. Note: This article is part of our budget travel guide to Iceland. Golden Circle » Read more
Getting out into the open country of Iceland is a breathtaking experience, but the expenses can also add up fast, especially as gas costs about $7 a gallon. The good news is that rental car prices are not as pricey as you might think. We found car rental prices for under $300 for a week-long » Read more
There are a surprising number of types of accommodations in Iceland for such a small country. From super cheap options like camping and hostels to family-run guesthouses and luxury apartments, you can find something for every kind of traveler. When we hit the road, we favor budget hotels in the central city, but finding a room » Read more
Contrary to its name, Iceland never gets too cold to visit. In fact, even winters are fairly mild. The biggest difference between summer and winter is the amount of light (or lack of) that you’ll enjoy. From June through August, the tourist season is in full swing, and the Midnight Sun means there’s daylight 24/7. » Read more
Note: This article is part of our budget travel guide to Iceland. Searching around for cheap fights from the US to Iceland? You have several choices: Icelandair Icelandair flies directly to Reykjavik from New York, Boston, Minneapolis, Chicago, Denver, Orlando, Seattle, and several other cities in North America. It can be a challenge to score » Read more
Reykjavík is a fine base for exploring Iceland; it is also an exciting place to stop for a few days between North America and the European continent. Icelandair’s extensive reach across North America, as well as the arrival of Wow’s low-cost flights from Boston and Baltimore, make long layovers in Reykjavík easy to arrange. The » Read more
With the summer solstice this week, Nicky Gardner and Susanne Kries turn their thoughts to axial tilt and other astronomical matters: Now here’s a thought. Europeans heading north to cross the Arctic Circle, anxious to catch the mid-summer midnight sun, have to make longer journeys than their parents did. For the Arctic Circle is slipping » Read more
