C-Ludik - Region visited: Iceland

Visit Iceland: the handy guide

Iceland is an island marked by the disproportionate forces of nature. A unique case in Europe. It is a land where you can go from a volcano to a glacier, from a black sand beach to a waterfall, from a fjord to a geyser in only a few kilometres! This bubbling and steaming piece of land is a paradise for hikers in search of fabulous landscapes far from any civilization. It is also a paradise for photographers with colour palettes worthy of a beautiful watercolour. A trip to Iceland is simply indescribable and unforgettable! So let yourself be transported to these magical places between glaciers, deserts, green valleys and mountains.

Fire up all five senses on an Iceland trip

Iceland is an iconic travel destination. It is known for the beauty of its wild landscapes. In the land of the Elves and the Vikings, wilderness rhymes with excess. Iceland is a living, pulsating, smoking island. This is a land where travelers are confronted with an environment as magnificent as it is impetuous. Known as the land of fire and ice, Iceland is an explosion of sensory wonders!

Where the visible meets the invisible

Logo C-Ludik: Seeing better: more than just sightseeing Active volcanoes, lava fields, roaring waterfalls, geysers, glaciers glistening in the sunlight, verdant fjords, wind-sculpted cliffs – here’s a summary of Iceland’s landscapes! This wild paradise is a must for nature lovers. The beauty of Iceland’s nature makes you happy!

Clouds, mist, fog, the landscape is constantly changing. Suddenly a pile of rocks becomes human… In Iceland, the border between the visible and the invisible world is blurred. When the first human inhabitants settled on the island, many of them adopted the idea that the elves were allowing them to share the land with them. And this Iceland’s mythical world of hidden people is called Huldufólk.

A culinary challenge for tourists: the Hákarl

Logo C-Ludik: tasting your travels Indulge in the unique flavors of Icelandic cuisine. Taste delicate flavor of Icelandic lamb (the « hangikjöt »), the freshly caught Atlantic salmon or Arctic char, prepared with traditional methods. And for the adventurous foodies, don’t forget to try the national dish: the hákarl, a fermented shark meat! At first bite, you’ll be surprised by the rubbery texture, but most of all by the incomparable taste: a devastating burst of ammonia with a slight fish flavor. Be brave and try the hákarl with a small glass of Brennivín!

The sounds of nature

Logo C-Ludik: listening to your destination Let the sounds of Iceland sing to your ears. Listen to the roar of waterfalls as they crash down into a narrow canyon or the crackling of moving ice on huge glaciers. Hear the powerful waves crashing against cliffs the bubbling of hot springs, the blowing of whales or the cries of puffins… And be captivated by the silence of the remote Icelandic landscapes to truly connect with nature. If you are lucky, you might hear the haunting melodies of Icelandic musicians playing traditional instruments such as the langspil.

Fire and ice for a sensory adventure

Logo C-Ludik: ua sense of touch in your trip Iceland offers a tactile experience like no other place on earth. Immerse yourself in a soothing hot spring after a long day of adventure. Feel the silky softness of the geothermal water on your skin. The Blue Lagoon near Reykjavík is Iceland’s most famous hot spring. However, there are many others around the country such as Mývatn’s Natural Baths or the Mysterious Lagoon. Touch the rough, hardened lava that is a reminder of the burning origins of this land. Reach out and touch the smooth, bluish ice of a glacier, until you feel a refreshing shiver run down your fingertips.

A sulphurous scent…

Logo C-Ludik: an adventure in smell Explore Iceland’s geothermal zones and enjoy the sulfurous smell of boiling pots, fumaroles, and solfataras. The high Sulphur content and the heat of the geothermal areas make them smell like rotten eggs. In winter, the fish dryers near Reykjavik give off an aquatic aroma, sometimes laced with ammonia. The rest of the time, breathe in the crisp, pure air of Iceland, tinged with hints of earthy moss, wildflowers, and the salty breeze from the surrounding seas.

Iceland in vidéo

Iceland Travel Stories

Discover amazing travel experiences in Iceland with C-Ludik’s inspirational travel stories.

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Hot and cold air…

Hot and cold air…

Góðan daginn "Where the glacier meets the sky, the land ceases to be earth, and the earth becomes one with the heavens; no sorrows live there anymore, and therefore joy is not necessary; beauty alone reigns, beyond all imagination". This quote from the novel World...

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Best will be the fall…

Best will be the fall…

First, let's set the background! Iceland is a Nordic island country of 39,699 square miles near the North Pole. It opens to the inside of the Earth, and the Sun does not set during the summer... The grandiose and deserted landscape is crisscrossed by rivers and...

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Top Tips for Visiting Iceland

You want to visit Iceland? Here's are the C-Ludik's tips to organize your next trip to Iceland. What is the Best time to visit Iceland? Where to go and What to see in Iceland? class=

Planning a magical trip to Iceland? This country is another world! Prepare your trip with some useful tips. When to go to Iceland? What to do in Iceland? What is the most typical Icelandic food to taste? C-Ludik’s guide is jam-packed with all the advice you need. Immerse yourself in Iceland’s culture, art of living and breathtaking landscapes to fully experience its magic. No doubt you will love the land of ice – the ephemeral ice caves, the icebergs on the Diamond Beach – but also the land of fire with 32 Icelandic volcanoes.

The ultimate guide to organize your trip to Iceland

Planning a trip to Iceland on your own ? Here's a complete guide to organize your travel to Iceland and everything you need to know to make it the perfect trip!

All the things you should know before traveling to Iceland. Where is Iceland located? Why Iceland is so famous? Which part of Iceland is most beautiful? Whether you’re traveling in August or the middle of winter, what should you wear for a trip to Iceland? What are Iceland’s culinary specialties? You wonder about all these questions to prepare your trip in Iceland? C-Ludik gives you the answers in her blog! Use this practical guide to plan your perfect trip and live a unique experience in Iceland.

What are the Must-Have Experiences in Iceland?

Be prepared for some unforgettable experiences during your trip in Iceland. There are many exciting activities that you can experience in Iceland.

The best way to experience Iceland and what the country has to offer is through the seasons. There are two faces to Iceland, a fresh bright summer and the white-blue winter aspect!

A short summer in the perpetual light of the Midnight Sun

Visiting Iceland in the summer is an unforgettable experience. Summer is a time of light and life. During the summer in Iceland the golden hour lasts around the clock. The Highland roads, or F-roads, open up for exploration, so you can access all of Iceland’ regions! Enjoy the beautiful green landscapes, the flowers blooming, and of course the midnight sun. The lush green landscapes are perfect for long hikes. From July to early September, the Icelandic highlands offer endless space for hiking. In Summer, the cacophony of bird colonies fills the air day and night. t’s also the best season for whale watching. To learn more, here’s our top 10 summer activities in Iceland.

 

A long winter where night is broken only by the magic Northern Lights

Visiting Iceland in winter leaves you with unforgettable memories. Winter is the time to cuddle up in warm houses while fierce snowstorms battle it out above the rooftops. When the storm is over, prepare to take to the mountains on skis or snowshoes or to hunt the Northern Lights! There’s truly nothing like Iceland in winter: the Northern Lights dancing in the sky, ice caves sparkling in the sunlight, and hot springs steaming in the snow. Hiking on a glacier, visiting a natural ice cave, watching snow-covered mountains, frozen waterfalls, or the Icelandic horse against the white landscape…it’s all stunning! To learn more, here’s our top 10 winter activities in Iceland.

 

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A black and white portrait of Celine and her comic traveler alter-ego C-Ludik.

Hi ! My name is C-Ludik and I’m the person who runs this creative space. Welcome to ‘Tween here and there, a travel blog that shares awesome destinations, stunning photographs and captivating travel stories from around the world. No two landscapes are ever the same because of a different light, different conditions… whether it's a new or an old place. That’s what I love about nature and landscape photography. As the famous Ibn Battuta traveler said: « traveling – it leaves you speechless then turns you into a storyteller ». He’s right ! Behind the photographer, I see myself more as a storyteller. When I arrive on a place, I try to respond to what I see and tell the story of the land. If you love travel, exploring new places, and seeing more of this beautiful world then you'll be right at home here. ‘Tween here and there is the travel inspiration for those with full-time jobs and for those in search of any off-the-beaten track destinations around the world, near and far.

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