ArticlesAlladventurechristmascultureeastfilmfoodgeologygeothermalhorsesluxurynaturenorthnorthern lightspractical inforeykjanesreykjaviksafetravelsouthsummersustainabilitytransportvolcanowellnesswestwestfjordswinterSouthThe South CoastThe south coast of Iceland is an astonishing medley of waterfalls, glaciers, and famous black sand beaches, home to the biggest glacier in Europe and gateway to some of the most beautiful hiking areas in Iceland. NatureGeologyVolcanoVolcanoes of IcelandVolcanic activity is a fact of life in Iceland. People have learned to live with both its drawbacks and considerable advantages, such as geothermal energy and a dramatic natural environment - and even entertainment.SouthA Day in Hveragerði, ‘The Town of Hot Springs’Located 45 kilometers east of Reykjavik, Hveragerði rests in a large geothermal area where boiling water runs just beneath the surface of the earth. VolcanoSeismic activity on the Reykjanes PeninsulaSince 2021, the Reykjanes Peninsula has witnessed a surge in seismic activity, including several volcanic eruptions. Despite this, Iceland has remained a safe and open destination for travelers. GeologyNatureVolcanoEruption on Reykjanes Peninsula has endedA fissure eruption started on the Reykjanes Peninsula by Hagafell and Stóra-Skógfell at on March 16. The eruption in Sundhnúkagígar crater has now been declared over.SouthA day in Selfoss: The New Downtown and a trip to EyrarbakkiSelfoss is the largest inland town in Iceland, but its local municipality (known as Árborg) has a coastal frontier. Stokkseyri and Eyrarbakki are twin towns, each with about 500 residents, rich with history and coastal life.