My Journey Through the Land of Fire and Ice

Jill and me at Godafoss Waterfall

​Iceland (July 31 to August 9, 2024) Bill Bryson, an American-British journalist and author who has written many books on travel, once said…

I can't think of anything that excites a greater sense of childlike wonder than to be in a country where you are ignorant of almost everything.

This was an apt description of me in Iceland, where I experienced the thrill of exploring unfamiliar places—and an unknown culture—and every encounter felt fresh and made me eager and excited to learn more about a land I knew little of!

In Reykjavik, Seydisfjordur, Akureyri, Isafjordur, and Grundarfjordur, I wandered through historic streets, explored top landmarks and attractions, marveled at natural wonders, and tasted the local cuisine. And through it all, I created great memories from scripted and unscripted moments to be lived over (and over) again.

My journey through Iceland—AKA the Land of Fire and Ice for its many volcanoes and glaciers—was a bucket list destination for many years, and now I can say, “My trip to Iceland was everything I hoped it would be…and more!”

I look forward to sharing my experiences and memories, and to perhaps inspire you to visit the Land of Fire and Ice.

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My Stories, One Day at a Time

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Reykjavik - A City Walking Tour

Our afternoon tour was 'Walk with a Viking,' and it was an excellent introduction to Reykjavik - it's Viking history, city fathers, important attractions and points of interest, and more.  It was the perfect start to our journey through Iceland!

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Reykjavik - A Local Food Adventure

​Jill and I had a great adventure in eating—a wonderful introduction to Icelandic cuisine, from mainstream fare to national delicacies. Each flavorful dish was prepared with high-quality and mostly locally sourced ingredients. It was a delicious experience

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Reykjavik—A Golden Circle Tour

Jill and I visited four natural wonders - each different and distinct - on our all-day tour along Iceland's famous Golden Circle. They were magnificent!

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We Were Rockin’ and Rollin’ on Star Pride!

​Jill and I transition from land to sea - from Reykjavik to Windstar's Star Pride - and our day was uneventful until a storm set our ship rockin' and rollin' for nearly 24 hours. It wasn't fun...but we survived!

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A Very Good Day in Seyðisfjörður

Jill and I visited picturesque Seyðisfjörður, a charming town with stunning landscape in eastern Iceland. We walked about town during the day and toured Skálanes Nature and Heritage Center in the evening. This WAS a very good day!

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Akureyri—Iceland’s ‘Capital of the North’​

The weather was picture perfect, and Jill and I made the most of our time in Akureyri. I strolled through town center in the morning, and in the afternoon, we luxuriated in soothing water heated by geothermal energy before visiting the Waterfall of the Gods. It was a great day from start to finish!

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A Taste of Ísafjörður

​Jill and I went on a walking tour of Ísafjörður, a quaint town located in the Westfjords region of Iceland. We learned about the town's history and culture, and we quenched our thirst at Westfjords first and only brewery. Our day was delightful from start to finish!

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Grundarfjörður—My Journey to the Center of the Earth

I've had amazing adventures in every Icelandic town and city I visited, but this adventure—my 'journey to the center of the earth'—was my most awesome experience yet!

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