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10 Places in Iceland you can not miss

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Known as the land of fire and ice, it is not difficult to see why Iceland has become one of the most sought after travel destinations the world over. Characterised by dramatic landscapes, volcanos, hot springs and lava field, the trip to Iceland is an adventure of a lifetime. Here are the 10 places in Iceland you can not miss. 1. Vik, Iceland An isolated seafront village in south Iceland, Vik is as dramatic and ethereal as Iceland gets. Think a seafront village but with black sand beaches, offshore rock formations and changeable weather that will leave you expecting the unexpected. 2. Fjaðrárgljúfur, Iceland Don’t let the name intimidate you; this canyon in southeast Iceland is a must visit for any first time visitor to Iceland. You might recognise the dramatic cliffs that make the way for winding water beneath, as this has quickly become one of the most recognisable photo spots in all of the country. 3. Diamond Beach Located on Iceland...

The Magical Horses of Iceland

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by Alyssa Ramos I am convinced that everything in Iceland is magical, and that absolutely includes the pure bred Icelandic horses that you’ll see all throughout the country. As a huge horse fan, and female in general , I was instantly enchanted when I saw the various colored horses with long, wild manes almost everywhere I looked as I drove along the single-lane roads of Iceland, and even more so when I realized how many of them had cute little babies! Not only were the horses beautiful and magical-looking themselves, but the landscape that they’re typically standing in front of will seriously make you wonder if they’re purposely trying to make you feel like you’re in a fairy tale. The herds of free-ranging Icelandic horses graze peacefully on the vibrant green grass plains at the base of majestic and jaw-dropping mountains that typically include a waterfall or a glacier behind them. Those horses are typically privately owned, but if you want a chance to act...