Why Packing for Iceland Matters More Than You Think Iceland isn’t the kind of destination you can just “wing it.” Between the wild weather, dramatic light shifts, and the country’s rugged, remote beauty, what you bring truly shapes your experience. A well-packed bag means staying warm when the Northern Lights appear at midnight, keeping your […]

Aurora Borealis is a beacon that calls out tourists to watch the mystical splash of colours dancing in the sky. The curiosity to watch the natural phenomenon in real draws travellers from far and wide. Iceland, Finland, Sweden, and Norway are some of the Nordic countries where you can catch sight of the aurora. Outside […]

The World Happiness Report publishes its list of the happiest countries in the world every year, and this year was no exception. It’s always interesting to see which countries have made it to the top 10 happiest in 2021, which ones have slipped in the rankings, and which ones have risen to the top. Today, […]

Churches have long been regarded as some of the most important buildings mankind has built. So much effort and thought go into making these buildings magnificent to behold. Whether you’re religious or not, it’s hard to deny that the architecture of churches can be mesmerizing. Today, we’ve compiled a list of the top 10 most […]

When staying in a bucket list location like beautiful Iceland, you also need good accommodation to stay in. There is no greater feeling after a long day of discovering the raw nature and beauty of this volcanic island than dropping yourself in a nice comfy bed! But what accommodations are the very best and provide […]

All of us secretly aspire to have the best photographs for ourselves. Some of us like to create a photo album but others like to have a vibrant social media presence. They vamp up their Instagram accounts especially and display their pictures with utter excitement and pride. And Locationscout is here to reveal those locations. […]

Learning a new language is very hard, but learning a couple of basics is easy. To help our fellow free birds along, here are the 25 basic Icelandic words and phrases for traveling through Iceland Learn these 25 basic Icelandic words before traveling to Iceland. The upsides of knowing how to say hello, thank you,  […]

Iceland, the magical island known as the land of fire and ice. It’s the land of thunderous waterfalls, lush green valleys, and scenic mountains with breathtaking views. It’s completely logical that Iceland is high on the bucket list for so many travelers. We were also deeply impressed by the natural beauty of Iceland during our […]

High on many people’s bucket lists is the majestic island of Iceland. For us, it is one of the most impressive road trips we have ever taken. And we found out that you need to know a few things before traveling to Iceland! There is some know-how in advance that you have to take into […]

If Iceland’s been sitting at the top of your bucket list, same. Between the hot springs, jaw-dropping waterfalls, and that moody blue-grey sky, it’s one of those places that feels straight out of a fantasy film. For years it felt out of reach, until one day we spotted a deal we couldn’t refuse and finally […]

The infamous Seljavallalaug swimming pool is the oldest outdoor public pool in Iceland with maybe the most magical view in the world! The pool was built in 1923 with the purpose to teach the Icelandic people how to swim. Nowadays it’s an Insta-worthy hotspot, which is getting more and more famous. Get prepared and enjoy […]

When in Iceland, you have to hike through its majestic and colorful valleys. And we have found the most beautiful one: towards the Reykjadalur hot spring! The name of the valley where you can make this amazing hike is Reykjadalur, meaning Steam Valley. You will understand why it has its name when you see the […]

Iceland is known for its beautiful waterfalls and they have a lot of them! Most are easy to visit by car and are clearly signposted. So we have visited quite a few waterfalls during our road trip through western Iceland. Below you can read our top 3 waterfalls in south-west Iceland (that are visitable from […]

Insults around the world… Learning a new language is hard, very hard. And it’s also not just about learning how to introduce yourself and thanking people for serving your good, no, it’s also about calling some annoying person by his nature. In his or her native language! Which can be helpful at times. Nelson Mandela […]

Iceland is known for its beautiful waterfalls and they have a lot of them! From extremely large waterfalls to many little ones. If you see a sign somewhere with a name ending with ´Foss´ (= Icelandic for waterfall), then you are almost certain that there is a beautiful waterfall. Iceland has some famous waterfalls and […]

The safest countries in the world, do you already live in one, or should you move quickly to one? It might be in the best of your interest to make the bold move! Every year, the Institute for Economics and Peace releases its Global Peace Index (GPI) report, which ranks 163 independent states and territories according […]

A Land of Light and Shadow There are few places on Earth where daylight transforms the landscape quite like Iceland. In winter, the country glows under just a few hours of sun, while in summer, the light never fully fades. Whether you dream of chasing the Northern Lights, exploring black sand beaches, or basking under […]