Four Surprising Things You Should Always Pack for Iceland

Going to Iceland? Besides the usual things you should throw into your suitcase, here are a few items that you may not have thought about but are essential for any sojourn on the big North Atlantic island.

Waterproof Camera or Smartphone Case

Iceland is renowned for its geothermal hot springs and waterfalls — and the airborne moisture produced by these natural treasures. A waterproof case for your camera will help to protect your camera or smartphone from that moisture and make sure you’re able to preserve the moments when you snap those pictures.

Two-Prong Adapter

Don’t get stuck without a way to recharge your electronic items. You’ll need a Type F or Type C two-prong round adapter to plug your smartphone, camera battery charger, tablet etc. into Icelandic wall sockets. You generally shouldn’t need a voltage converter.

Washcloths

Most Iceland hotels don’t have washcloths in their bathrooms. If this is something you use at home and cannot live without, you might want to pack a few for your trip.

Mini fan

Iceland hotel rooms can be extremely warm (thanks to geothermal heating) and most hotel windows cannot be opened. A small battery-operated fan can help you cool off on those warm nights in the Land of Fire & Ice.

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