This Thanksgiving in contrast to last Thanksgiving!
Tag: iceland
Geysirs, Waterfalls, Spills and Hot Springs! And More Hot Dogs.
Day 4 – At this point, we had not only figured out the generator and how to maximize its full use but we had also concluded that… Read more “Geysirs, Waterfalls, Spills and Hot Springs! And More Hot Dogs.”
Glaciers, Freezing Rain and Hot Dogs
Day 3 –
Awaking comfortably with the heat from the generator still warming our CV, the weather looked ominous as we made our way to Vestahorn. This was a recommendation of Guido and Tom who had taken a marvelous picture of it on the morning that we met them. We drove up to the building at the entrance to the park that had a cafe. It was about 8 AM so they were still closed. However, more importantly in a cabin off to the side of the main building was a bathroom. And a shower! It had been three days since I had showered so I made quick use of the very hot waters that flowed from the shower head. Sadly, Anthony didn’t shower. Even more sad was that we weren’t greeted with the same spectacular skies Tom and Guido had just a day earlier. (more…)
Dying On My Birthday?
Day 2– Around 6 am we awoke half frozen as our generator had quit around 04:30. I started the CV and let it run on diesel providing… Read more “Dying On My Birthday?”
Hello Iceland!
It has been top 5 bucket list for me going on the better part of 5 years now. Adding to my desire to travel to this winter wonderland, it seemed that the past 2 years an overwhelming number of friends, or friends of friends, have traveled there. Not one has had a negative thing to say about it. My curiosity finally led me here. In mid-January nonetheless. This can be viewed as either a fortunate or unfortunate time to visit, depending upon your outlook.