Lonely PlanetJul 16, 202621 things to know before visiting IcelandEnsure a stress-free trip to Iceland with these top tips on packing, geothermal springs, local etiquette and more.11 things in this storyKrossneslaugSightRemote outdoor hot spring pool in the WestfjordsElsewhereÞingvellir National ParkSightIcelandLocation with 2°C watersReynisfjaraSightIcelandBlack sand beach known for sneaker wavesBúðakirkjaPlace of worshipIcelandTraditional Icelandic churchFjallakofinnPlaceReykjavík, IcelandSupplier for outdoor gear purchase or rental in ReykjavíkBlue LagoonSightIcelandFamous geothermal spa complexSundhnúkur craterSightReykjanes Peninsula, IcelandSite of volcanic eruptions on Reykjanes PeninsulaEyjafjallajökullSightIcelandVolcano that caused widespread closures of European airspaceDjúpalónssandur beachSightIcelandBlack sand beach with dangerous wavesLangjökull glacierSightIcelandGlacier that tourists attempted to cross in an SUVhakarlRestaurantIcelandAir-dried fermented shark meat, a traditional delicacyRead the full piece at Lonely Planet →
