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Women’s Backcountry Ski Iceland with Backcountry Babes
February 26, 2020
Coming April 12, 2020. Experience the island known as the Land of Fire and Ice. Join Backcountry Babes for their Women’s Backcountry Ski Iceland, a 7-day adventure for intermediate to advanced level skiers. Hike and ski above the fjords with breathtaking views of the ocean and vast, sweeping terrain with professional, certified and experienced ski guides […]
Keely’s Ski Camp: Iceland Ski & Sail Backcountry Camp for Women
January 17, 2018
Coming May 14, 2018. Spring skiing and sailing in Iceland! The folks at Keely’s Ski Camp have coordinated this amazing combination for a lucky group of women. It’s a 6-day excursion with backcountry skiing in the remote West Fjords region of Iceland with accommodations onboard the expedition yacht, the Aurora which will be anchored in […]
Editor’s Top Finds of 2017: Celebrating the Cold Weather!
January 4, 2018
Burrrr…with incredibly cold weather hitting much of the nation, the team at TrailblazerGirl got together and came up with their top 3 picks from the 2017 reviews for ways to enjoy and celebrate this cold weather. First off, be prepared with the Volt Resistance Women’s Thermal Half Zip. This stylish top has a soft and […]
5 Million Star Hotel
July 21, 2017
A very descriptive name for an out-of-this-world getaway…it’s the 5 Million Star Hotel. Located a couple of hours east of Rykjavik, this hotel offers 5 independent bubble rooms (shaped like bubbles, not filled with bubbles!) in a forested area. A noiseless ventilation system inflates the clear walls of the bubbles that include heating, humidity control, a bed, lamp, […]
Deplar Farm, Iceland
March 29, 2017
Incredible location for some incredible skiing. Deplar Farm is located in a remote valley of northern Iceland, ideally situated for outdoor adventure. This converted sheep farm has 13 en suite bedrooms with modern amenities, king size beds with luxury linens, and remote-controlled electric blackout blinds. The long daylight hours and short nights make for plenty of time […]
The Graduate Isafjordur, Iceland by Chicks with Picks
January 22, 2016
Coming February 25, 2016. The ultimate climbing adventure! Join Chicks with Picks for The Graduate Isafjordur trip in Iceland. Expect plenty of individual attention (2:1 guide to client ratio) as you spend 4 days climbing the western fjords with experienced guides. This is a physically demanding foray that is recommended for advanced beginners. Space is […]
Iceland Trail Running and Wellness Retreat with Elinor Fish
May 19, 2015
Coming August 11, 2015. Trail running in the Land of Fire and Ice. Join Elinor Fish for her 6-day Iceland Trail Running and Wellness Retreat. Run from 7 to 10 miles each day along a variety of terrain types, all with expert guides and personalized feedback to help you improve or learn how to run […]
Float Cap and Support
September 26, 2014
Float your troubles away! The Float Cap and Support are unique products out of Iceland that are designed to allow for a perfect floatation experience. The cap is made out of neoprene and a polyethylene foam and keeps your head buoyant and out of the water. The supports strap to your upper legs and in […]
Reykjavik Marathon
June 16, 2014
Coming August 23, 2014. A marathon in the world’s northernmost capital in a sovereign state. The Reykjavik Marathon is a relatively intimate marathon offering 6 distances to choose from – marathon (expect about 1,000 participants), half marathon, marathon relay for teams of 2-4 people, 10K, 3K, and a Lazy Town Run for the kids. The […]
ION Luxury Adventure Hotel, Iceland
February 26, 2014
A design and sustainability award winning resort in the land of fire and ice. The ION Luxury Adventure Hotel, in southwest Iceland, is an ideal location to view the Northern Lights. Near Þingvellir National Park, the only UNESCO cultural world heritage site in Iceland, you’ll be surrounded by stunning natural beauty with plenty of outdoor […]
Horseback Riding in Iceland: The Land of Fire and Ice by AdventureWomen
May 3, 2013
Coming August 9, 2013. For a truly unique experience, join our friends at AdventureWomen for their Horseback Riding in Iceland: The Land of Fire and Ice tour. With 6 days of horseback riding on Icelandic horses, sure-footed, small horses with an ambling gait known as the tölt, you’ll travel through a wide range of beautiful […]