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Not Your Typical Tourist

Iceland Trip 2024: A Detailed 2-Week Itinerary

Planning an Iceland road trip? Our detailed 2-week itinerary is your ultimate guide! We spent 11 unforgettable days exploring the Ring Road by campervan in October 2024, from the famous Golden Circle to the remote beauty of the Snæfellsnes Peninsula. Discover our day-by-day route, including key stops at iconic waterfalls, glaciers, and black sand beaches. Get insider tips on finding the best campsites, saving money by cooking, and tracking down the Northern Lights. Whether you’re a first-timer or a seasoned traveler, this guide will help you create your perfect Icelandic adventure.

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Adventure of a Lifetime: Exploring Iceland’s Ring Road by Campervan

Dreaming of a campervan adventure in Iceland? Our 11-day journey along the Ring Road in October 2024 was a dream come true. From navigating the choice between a 2WD and 4WD campervan with studded winter tires, to finding the best campsites with free showers, we’re sharing all our insider tips. Discover how to save on fuel with prepaid cards, what to pack for off-season travel, and where to find the best Northern Lights views right from your campsite. This guide is packed with practical advice to help you plan your perfect, flexible, and unforgettable Icelandic road trip.

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Beyond the Hotel: How Strategic Planning Made Our Keflavik Departure Stress-Free (and Aurora-Filled!)

After eleven exhilarating days exploring Iceland’s Ring Road by campervan, the idea of a chaotic early morning dash to Keflavik Airport for our 7:50 AM flight to Oslo was, to put it mildly, unappealing. Airport hotels might seem like an indulgence, but we discovered that strategic planning, combined with a stay at Hotel Aurora, transformed what could have been a stressful departure into a truly seamless, even magical, finale to our Icelandic adventure.

From securing a rental car that facilitated a final night of incredible Northern Lights viewing in Mosfellsbær, to navigating unexpected baggage rules and those quirky self-service petrol pumps, we’ve gathered a trove of practical tips. This post isn’t just about where to sleep near the airport; it’s a comprehensive guide to ensuring your final day in Iceland is as smooth and memorable as the rest of your trip. Get ready to discover how a little foresight can make all the difference!

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Keflavik Airport Transfer: Flybus vs. Gray Line – My Surprising First-Hand Experience

Landing in Iceland? Your journey from Keflavik Airport (KEF) to Reykjavik downtown starts here! I’m sharing my surprising first-hand experience with Flybus and Gray Line (Airport Direct), including a self-service snag, a fortunate booking choice, and crucial tips on transfer logistics and timing. Don’t book your airport shuttle until you read this!

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