Iceland Offbeat

29/05/2024

Breaking volcano news!!
If you cannot visit, check the live stream here.

Camera moved to observe the main vent.

25/04/2024

Today is Sumardagurinn fyrsti, the first day of summer, an annual public holiday celebrated in Iceland since the 16th century.

One would wonder why summer is celebrated in April but in the old Norse calendar, there were only two seasons - months with short days (winter) and months with nightless days (summer). So summer started in April and lasted till October (don't we wish!).

Children looked forward to Summer Gifts much before Christmas presents took over - summer toys, light summer clothes and treats.

Today towns across the country host parades and brass bands; family and friends gather to celebrate with pönnukökur, the traditional Icelandic pancakes; and you will even find barbecues and picnics.
Sometimes it might not seem like summer but summer is just around the corner and that is enough reason to celebrate! 🎉

If you'd like to plan a trip to enjoy the gorgeous Icelandic summer, check our trips and send us a message: https://icelandoffbeat.com/road-trips

18/04/2024

Last night in Iceland - Two spectacular natural phenomenas together!

2024 is predicted to be a bumper year. So start planning your autumn northern lights trip already.
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Stunning timelapse video shows a volcano in southwestern Iceland, that has erupted four times in recent months sending lava towards a nearby community, conti...

14/04/2024

A detour from the Ring Road, the Westfjords are remote and unexplored.
We think it doesn't get more "offbeat" than a winter road trip through this spectacular region of Iceland.

Enjoy!

12/04/2024

Longer days are here already with the sun setting at 9pm. Summer and the midnight sun are just around corner!

Contact us to plan the perfect road trip around Iceland!
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12/04/2024

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08/04/2024

Scientists say that 2024 may bring the best auroras in 20 years.
So if the northern lights are on your bucket list then this is the year to take that trip!

From the end of August until early April, we recommend a minimum of a week if you have a fixed itinerary planned in advance.
We do, however, offer a flexible "Follow the Northern Lights" itinerary for shorter trips or those who are focused completely on the northern lights.
https://icelandoffbeat.com/road-trips

15/09/2023

We are delighted to announce that our website is now also in French, German, Italian and Spanish!!
Check it out at www.icelandoffbeat.com

Please help us by sharing this so we can help more people plan Iceland trips in their preferred language.

Many thanks 😘

Iceland Offbeat specialises in tailor-made holidays to Iceland. So get in touch to plan an unforgettable trip which is customised just for you. Whatever you are looking for, we will make it happen!

16/04/2022

If you're in Iceland for Easter, Isafjordur is the place to be!!

Ski Week, the Aldrei fór ég suður music festival and an entire calendar of events in town and the surrounding area.

Gleðilega Páska!

02/02/2022

Iceland Offbeat specialises in customised trips all around Iceland.
We're looking for someone to join our sales team.

The job is very exciting, inspiring and rewarding.
We're pretty flexible - you will work independently and it can be from a remote location and part-time (you only do as much as you are up for) - but there is no compromise on quality.

It's not essential to have a background in travel but the following are non-negotiable (explained in detail):
- Excellent knowledge of Iceland (you should be able to independently design trips all around the country, also focusing on specific regions, special travel interests and things out of the ordinary - we're Iceland Offbeat!)
- Good written and spoken English (clear and concise presentation of ideas and replies, paragraphing, correct punctuation, spellings)
- Attention to detail (what exactly the traveller is asking for - pace of the trip, activities, hotel category, small things that would make the perfect trip)

Apart from the above, a love for travel and planning trips and being resourceful and creative to help travellers achieve their travel objectives whilst being reasonable and upfront about what is possible.

Please apply with a CV to [email protected].