Month: January 2018

Packing for Winter in Iceland

January 8, 2018January 8, 2018 Mollie Bloudoff-Indelicato Leave a comment

Chapstick, lotion and sunscreen

Long johns and/or fleece-lined leggings

Heat-holding long-sleeved undershirt

Wool socks

Snow boots

Down jacket

Scarf

Snow gloves

Snow pants

Sunglasses

Ear muffs

Hat

Balaclava

Sweatshirt and/or fleece

Hand warmers/foot warmers

Rain poncho

Sturdy tripod

Remote shutter release cable (http://amzn.to/2AIepqV)

Camera

Extra memory card

Wide angle lens (Northern Lights)

External light

Flashlight

Slippers

Leave-in hair conditioner

Food and snacks (Iceland is EXPENSIVE!)

Swim suit, towel, swim cap and flip flops (for geothermal pools!)

Credit card with a pin (required by many gas stations to pay at pump)

International cell phone plan (for navigating during those long drives!)

Cell phone car stand/charger

Books (those Icelandic nights are LONG)

Toiletries

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