Iconic landscape in Iceland including a mountain and waterfalls

Iceland

Most people travel to Iceland to experience some of the world’s most amazing scenery. And yes, the scenery is spectacular and definitely worth seeing. But what surprised and delighted me most during my travels in Iceland was discovering the country’s rich history, creative culture, and strong storytelling traditions.

Beyond waterfalls and glaciers, Iceland offers excellent museums, vibrant contemporary art, fascinating sagas rooted in medieval literature, and a deep connection between place, history, and daily life. Reykjavik’s cultural scene alone is worth lingering over, with galleries, music, design, and literature woven into the fabric of the city.


Posts About Iceland

Here are my posts about Iceland.

Iconic mountain in Iceland.

Visiting Iceland: My Best Tips for Artsy & Independent Travelers

Iceland rewards the artsy traveler with some of the world's most amazing scenery. For such a relatively small country, Iceland ...
Best of Iceland on An 8-Day Ring Road Tour

Best of Iceland on An 8-Day Ring Road Tour

Iceland in February sounds either brave or slightly unhinged, depending on your perspective. An 8-day Ring Road tour in winter ...
Blue lagoon in Iceland

Blue Lagoon Iceland: Is It Worth It?

Are you planning to visit the Blue Lagoon Iceland? If so, consider visiting the Blue Lagoon where you’ll experience one ...
Carol Cram
About Carol Cram

Carol M. Cram is the author of five award-winning novels inspired by art and the women who shaped it, the creator of Artsy Traveler, an arts-focused travel blog, the founder of Art In Fiction, a curated database of 2,500+ novels inspired by the arts, and the host of The Art In Fiction Podcast. She also authored 60+ textbooks on computer applications and taught at Capilano University for over two decades. She lives with her husband, artist Gregg Simpson, on beautiful Bowen Island near Vancouver, BC.

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