Iceland Stories

How to Spend Your First Week in Iceland

Kyle Reader

Iceland is an adventurers paradise, and one of the most sought after travel destinations in the world. With so much to see and do, figuring out where to start can be challenging. My wife and I just spent our first week in Iceland and are sharing our recommendations so that you can make the most of your initial visit to the land of fire and ice.

How to Shoot Like Benjamin Hardman

Kyle Frost

A new workshop explores the stark, beautiful, simplicity behind Benjamin Hardman's photography in Iceland.

Outbound Reviewed: Forsake Range Lows in Iceland

Jon Mattrisch

For a trip to Iceland, "comfortable" and "waterproof" are two attributes you'll absolutely want in your shoes. It's also a good thing to have some style. Say hello to the new Forsake Range Low.

Tips for Planning Your Autumn Trip to Iceland

Jess Fischer

Everything is more beautiful during the fall, right?

Join Us for a 7-Day Photo Tour in Iceland

The Outbound Collective

Explore Iceland and learn how to take your photography and storytelling to the next level with Max Chesnut

Don't Overlook Iceland's East Fjords

Will Cebron

We toured Iceland for 10 days, but nothing compared to the landscapes and isolation in the East Fjords.

8 Spots You Need to Explore On Your Trip to Southern Iceland

Aaron Hagen

Iceland is a country with such overwhelming beauty everywhere that you look that you might run into the same problem I did. With so many options and extreme landscapes around every corner, where should I go?? This article covers some solid options in the Southern regions of Iceland.

How You Can Find Solitude During Iceland's Most Popular Tourist Season

How Far From Home

It may be the most popular time, but here is how you can do it right.

Backpacking Iceland's Laugavegur Trail In a Nut Shell

Katie Y

An incredible 65+ mile trek that has been photographed time and time again for its beauty. You should have no question as to why you should add this to your next trip!

An Adventure around Iceland's Ring Road - A Short Film

How To Get There Hess

A short film showing our 8 day Ring Road tour of Iceland + a link to detailed day-to-day itinerary!

10 Tips for Driving in Iceland

Robby DeGraff

All the advice, tips and suggestions you need to explore the land of fire and ice both on 'The Ring Road' and off.

5 Tips to Make Your Iceland Trip Awesome

Eric Bennett

Exploring in the Arctic can seem like a daunting adventure. Here are a few things I have learned that can make it more enjoyable and comfortable.

Iceland Is a Long Exposure Dream Locale

Connor Charles

There are few other places in the world with such breathtaking landscapes. Places seemingly made for the patient long-exposure photographer.

Sea of Ghosts: Is This Beach in Iceland Haunted?

Eric Bennett

A haunting night at Stokksness, Iceland.

Don't Travel Iceland Alone in the Winter

Matt Van Swol

A few tips from someone who learned it the hard way...

Walking on Mars: Discovering Iceland's Hverir Geothermal Field

Matt Van Swol

It really felt like I was on another planet...

11 Incredible Days in Iceland

Brad Willetts

Iceland was everything I had hoped it would be and more.

5 Reasons Why You Should Visit Iceland in the Fall

Jess Fischer

Rugged landscapes, cooler temperatures, cheaper prices, vibrant fall foliage and the Northern Lights, need I say more?

Iceland: A 3 Hour Tour

Ryan Longnecker

Spot to spot no more than 3 hours a part. Lots of pulling off the road... of which there is one.

A Comprehensive Guide to Planning a Trip Around Iceland's Ring Road

Brian Fulda

Rental car or camper van? Clockwise or counter-clockwise? 4x4 or two wheel drive? From the get go, there are plenty of seemingly overwhelming decisions you need to make about traversing Iceland's Ring Road. Depending on your timeline, budget, and spontaneity, this guide will help you decide on which options are best for you, and hopefully save you a few hours of research.

Cliffside Salmon Snackers In Iceland

Jillian Zieske

Step up your cheese and crackers game.

The First Unsupported Crossing Of Iceland In Winter

The Outbound Collective

Four friends on the journey of a lifetime

7 Reasons To Add Iceland To Your Bucket List

Christin Healey

Whether it’s steps from your car or deep in the Highlands, Iceland packs in the thrills like no other.

21 Reasons to Visit Iceland

The Outbound Collective