Iceland was settled by Vikings from Norway sometime in the 800s. These unique features are a big part of what has taken me back to Iceland more than once! (I've visited a total of 3 times, in fact.)
And while I DID find those things in Iceland, I discovered that the country was full of surprises of all sorts that I hadn't been expecting. I took my first trip to Iceland back in 2012, expecting to find a Scandinavian country with some cool scenery.
The Land of Fire and Ice has become a tourism darling in the past couple of years – and for good reason: Iceland is an incredible country, with features that you won't find anywhere else in the world. Also, some posts on this site contain affiliate links, meaning if you book or buy something through one of these links, I may earn a small commission. Be sure to check local restrictions and be willing to adhere to any and all safety regulations before planning a trip to any of the places you may read about on this site. Travel looks very different right now depending on where you're from and where you're going.