Zak Goldstein
The Perfectionist Guide to Ísafjörður
The capital of the western fjords! This guide will provide meticulous details on hikes, food, stays and adventures!
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Zak Goldstein
Jun 219 min read
Azores in a Week: Perfectionist Guide to São Miguel Island
Beautiful land, geothermal pools, new Portuguese foods, and a direct flight from New York.
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Zak Goldstein
Jun 219 min read
Azores in a Week: Hiking the Best of São Miguel Island
This island is full of unique, astonishing trails that are so easy to get to. From the famous Boca do Inferno to strolls around towns and...
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Zak Goldstein
Apr 283 min read
Bolungarvik Hikes: Gonguskar Loop
A hearty hike that loops around the Lambamúli mountain and takes route 630 back to town. The hike is a great all day activity with unique la
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Zak Goldstein
Apr 284 min read
Ísafjörður Hikes: To Hnifsdalur
This trail is beautiful with a great view at the top of both towns and everything else around them. Some steeps parts to consider too.
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Zak Goldstein
Apr 285 min read
Bolungarvik Hikes: From Suðureyri Fjord
The walk to the trailhead alone was worth the hike. This fjord with only the slightest amount of light requires you you stop and look.
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Zak Goldstein
Apr 283 min read
Ísafjörður Hikes: Tungudalur - Botnsheii Loop
A quick, easy loop hike with a waterfall and a forest at the start. You follow a river through a network of ski lifts and to an empty shack
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Zak Goldstein
Apr 285 min read
Ísafjörður Hikes: Háafell Loop
Many lakes up in the highlands and for some reason, sheds for each of them! This hike takes you to the region southern region of Isafjordur.
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Zak Goldstein
Feb 194 min read
The Perfectionist's Guide to Iceland
The important details needed when planning a trip to Iceland. How to travel to remote regions or prepare for northern lights.
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Zak Goldstein
Dec 19, 20233 min read
Ísafjörður Hikes: Abandoned Highway
The old road between Ísafjörður and Bolungarvik of Iceland is an isolated peaceful walk that has seen its ware and tear over the years.
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Linnea Moosmann
Aug 3, 20232 min read
It's a Vibe: Cute Cafés in Japan
Cozy, homey, and unique; Japan's café culture is worth experiencing. Here are some of our favorite from our 2023 trip.
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Linnea Moosmann
Aug 3, 20233 min read
It's a Vibe: Jazz Kissa & Record Bars in Japan
Low lighting, good listening, and some drinks. A great escape from the busy cities in Japan to enjoy something special.
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Linnea Moosmann
Jul 31, 20233 min read
Discover Andalusia: Ronda's Breathtaking Views & Bridges
A cliffside town in Andalusia, Spain with breath-taking views and famous bridges.
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Linnea Moosmann
May 4, 20233 min read
Iceland Islands: Flatey
A tiny Icelandic island on the west coast. The populations doubles during tourist season when the hotel & restaurant open.
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Zak Goldstein
May 1, 20233 min read
Þórsmörk Hikes (Part 3): Nauthúsagil, Eyjafjallajökull and Stakkholtsgjá
Three tiny hikes on the way back from Þórsmörk, a canyon, a grove and a volcano. Nothing but prettiness as we go from one to the next along
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Zak Goldstein
Apr 30, 20232 min read
Þórsmörk Hikes (Part 2): The Húsadalur - Merkurrani Loop
A hike in the greenest part of Iceland that covers two loops, two camps, multiple peaks, canyons and the stunning views of Þórsmörk.
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Zak Goldstein
Apr 29, 20232 min read
Þórsmörk Hikes (Part 1): Básar Trail
Básar, the area south of Þórsmörk, with many trails. A landscaped shaped by volcanos and glaciers. Unbelievably gorgeous at every turn.
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Linnea Moosmann
Apr 24, 20233 min read
Mount Yufu: A Land of Frost and Ghosts
The D.I.N.Ks hike Mount Yufu and enter an eerie land of fog, frost and ghosts.
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Linnea Moosmann
Apr 23, 20233 min read
Yufuin: An Idyllic, Rural Village
Yufu is an idyllic, rural, popular tourist village, we found by accident. We experience ryokans, sukiyaki and a life changing egg breakfast.
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Zak Goldstein
Apr 21, 20233 min read
Staying in Þórsmörk: Básar, Húsadalur and Dealing with Krossá
The most beautiful land in Iceland, green and scenic. Þórsmörk has many hikes and places to stay.
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