[2025 Grimsnes- og Grafningshreppur Hotels] Travel Guide for Ion Adventure Hotel (Updated Jun)

The ION luxury adventure hotel is located near Thingvellir National Park in Iceland. It stands on Iceland's black lava permafrost, dotted with moss, and cleverly blends with the canyon terrain. The hotel design reflects the beauty of nature, with a clear and simple style, paying attention to environmental protection and a profound impact on nature. It uses recycled materials and driftwood, with a lot of cement, wood and natural materials. 270° unobstructed views are the soul of ION. The hotel’s design makes full use of natural light, outdoor living spaces and panoramic views of the suburbs to create an overall effect that echoes nature. The extensive use of oversized glass windows and ample lighting mean that there is almost no need to turn on the lights in the summer. The interior decoration made of recycled materials still perfectly interprets the Nordic minimalist style, and the use of new energy also allows the hotel to operate more stably and sustainably in the wilderness. While enjoying the comfort of the hotel, guests can also experience the natural wonders - lava flows, drifting continental shelves, northern lights, glaciers, waterfalls and hot springs. Surprisingly, the hotel also has a semi-open-air heated swimming pool that extends outdoors. In winter, you can even sit in the pool and enjoy the aurora directly!

Iceland is truly a mindblowing destination. With its waterfalls, dreamy sunsets, black beaches and glaciers it falls to be my favourite place for roadtrips and adventures. We decided to visit Iceland in December to fully enjoy the wintery landscape, but I would love to re-visit in summer when the days are much longer! Considering the fact that days in December have approximately 5 hours of sunlight, we decided to explore the South and East coast- home to some of the most spectacular waterfalls. We rented our 4x4 from Geysir Car Rental and commenced the road trip stopping in Reykjavik, Kirkjufel, famous for its black sand Reynisfjara beach, visited Skogafoss and Seljalandsfoss waterfalls and had the best spa experience in the Blue Lagoon. We stayed in Ion Adventure Hotel, which had a heated pool and the best Aurora light observatory. #iceland #icelandroadtrip #awesomepic

🎀 Here's a carefully curated list of "4 Romantic Destinations Every Man Should Take His Wife To," combining natural wonders, cultural heritage, and romantic rituals to make every trip a milestone in your love story: Remember to like and save! --- ❤️ 1. **Iceland · Aurora Borealis Church Town** **Why go?** Embrace under the Northern Lights and fulfill the promise of "chasing the aurora with you." The black church (Kirkjufell) in Vik, Iceland, is one of the best places to see the aurora. In winter, the green aurora waterfalls and volcanic landscape create a surreal view. **Romantic must-dos:** - Stay in a glass-domed hotel (such as the ION Adventure Hotel) and watch the aurora borealis dance across the night sky while wrapped in a blanket. - Hold hands and walk on the black volcanic sand beach, listening to the waves of the Atlantic Ocean. - Apply a silica mud mask to her face while soaking in the Blue Lagoon and take funny pictures together. --- ❤️ 2. **Italy · Cinque Terre Cliff Sunset** **Why go?** The most vibrant sunsets in the Mediterranean belong to love. In Manarola, Cinque Terre, Italy, the cliffside walking path transforms the entire village into a honey-colored wonderland at dusk. **Romantic must-dos:** - Book a cliffside restaurant in advance (such as Trattoria dal Billy) and order local limoncello with seafood. - Walk the "Via dell'Amore" (Path of Love) and fasten a lock onto the existing chain. - While on a boat trip, suddenly point to the shore and say, "Look, that pink house is our future B&B." --- ❤️ 3. **Japan · Karuizawa Highland Chapel** **Why go?** Asia's most secluded sanctuary for confessions of love. The Karuizawa Highland Chapel, built by missionaries in 1921, is a wooden structure nestled in the woods, beautiful in all seasons. In winter, the snow-covered chapel resembles a gingerbread house from a fairytale. **Romantic must-dos:** - Attend the summer evening lighting ceremony, where 1,900 candles create a galaxy. - Buy a pair of handmade matching cups in the town of Karuizawa (local glass workshops offer custom engraving). - Ride a tandem bicycle through the birch forest, suddenly stop, and say, "We just passed the place where Emperor Akihito met Empress Michiko." --- ❤️ 4. **Namibia · Deadvlei Stargazing Tent** **Why go?** Whisper sweet nothings in the place on Earth that most resembles Mars. Deadvlei in Sossusvlei, Namibia, with its ancient dead trees and red desert, creates an otherworldly landscape, and the Milky Way is clearly visible at night. **Romantic must-dos:** - Stay in a stargazing tent hotel (such as Desert Quiver Camp) and identify the Southern Cross constellation together at 3 a.m. - Take silhouette photos with a tripod: she in a red dress standing on the white salt pan, you down on one knee pretending to tie your shoelaces. - Pop open a bottle of champagne at the top of Dune 45 and let the bubbles spray towards the desert sunrise. ‼️ Each place hides a surprise you can pull off, creating both highlight moments for social media and private memories only you two will understand. Love needs geographical coordinates, but ultimately, it's all about the coordinates of the heart.

Staying at Adventure ION Hotel, Iceland Our stay at the Adventure ION Hotel was nothing short of magical. Nestled in the heart of Iceland’s raw and rugged landscape, the hotel offered a perfect blend of comfort and adventure. On our second night, we were lucky enough to witness the Northern Lights dancing across the sky. Wrapped in warm blankets and standing beneath a sea of stars, it was an unforgettable experience — a moment of pure wonder in the Icelandic wilderness. #IcelandAdventure #IONHotel #NorthernLights #AuroraBorealis #TravelIceland #ChasingLights #BucketListTrip #NatureWonder #FrozenMagic #Wanderlust #ScenicStay #IcelandNights #travel

Is it true that no one travels to Iceland from December to March? 😰 It's cheap and fun.||Iceland, located below the Arctic Circle, is a dream destination for many travelers. "You have to see it to believe that such a beautiful place exists." 👉 If you're planning to visit Iceland soon, make sure to do your research! 🚗 There are generally two ways to travel in Iceland. There are no trains, subways, or trams in Iceland. The bus routes are very different from the tourist routes. So, there are two common ways to travel in Iceland: self-driving or group tours. 1. Rent a car and drive yourself 🚘 Good news: Iceland recognizes Chinese driver's licenses (excluding Hong Kong and Taiwan licenses). You will need to have your driver's license translated 📖 and notarized 👩‍⚖️. However, self-driving is not recommended at the moment. In winter, Iceland is windy and snowy. If your car gets stuck, many places can only be reached by helicopter 🚁, and the rescue cost is at least five figures in RMB. 2. Group tours 👭 Public transportation in Iceland is not very convenient. It often takes 1 hour or more to wait for a public bus from the city to other places. Group tours can solve transportation, itinerary, accommodation, and other issues, and can reasonably arrange your travel time. They are suitable for trips of 4-7 days or more. . Travel tips ⚠️ 🕐 Time difference: 8 hours. There is no difference between daylight saving time and standard time. Iceland is 8 hours behind China. 🚗 Road traffic: Drive on the right. 🔌 Plug: Two-pin round plug, the same as the German standard. 💰 Payment: Most payments can be made by card. Euros and US dollars are also accepted. 📲 Communication: Use the European VODAFONE package, which includes Iceland. 🔎 Common apps: Flight tracking: FLIGHTAWARW, food delivery: WOLT, weather app: VEDUR, aurora forecast: My Aurora Forecast, bus: KLAPHB, language: Drops - 👇 Recommended itinerary: 📍D1 Reykjavik--Blue Lagoon 📍D2 Blue Lagoon--Snaefellsnes Peninsula--Kirkjufell--ION Adventure Hotel 📍D3 ION Adventure Hotel--Plane Wreck--Black Sand Beach--Jokulsarlon 📍D4 Jokulsarlon--Blue Ice Cave--Selfoss 📍D5 Selfoss--Golden Circle--Reykjavik 📍D6 Reykjavik--Whale Watching - ✅ Recommended reasons - Mysterious blue ice cave adventure, so beautiful under the blue sky that it makes you want to cry 😭; - Golden Circle in-depth one-day tour, a must-see for Iceland travel; - Stroll along Reynisfjara Black Sand Beach 🚶, perhaps this is the feeling of the end of the world; - Blue Lagoon Spa ♨️ exclusive experience, ice moss, volcanic lava, geothermal hot springs; - Polar aurora hunting plan 💫, make a wish for next year under the romantic aurora, this is the meaning of life; - Whale watching in Reykjavik 🐋, a breathtaking sight; - Check in at the popular Plane Wreck ✈️, feel the loneliness of this wonder left at the end of the world.

During the summer vacation, planning to go on a tour around the Nordic countries and Iceland with friends on June 21st! Among many itineraries, we are interested in this unique route that includes the four Nordic countries, the Sognefjord, and Iceland! Let's fulfill the 'Escape from Earth' plan together! Haha ✅ Must-visit attractions in the Nordics + Iceland: 📍Sognefjord + Cruise: Explore the most famous branch of the Sognefjord, Nærøyfjord, which is 17 kilometers long, narrow, and filled with natural wild beauty. The narrowest part of the water is only a little over 200 meters wide, with mountains along the coast rising up to 1700 meters. Nærøyfjord and the surrounding area were listed as a World Heritage site in 2005. 📍Hardangerfjord: Admire the majestic mountains along the coast, the roaring waterfalls, and the picturesque pastoral scenery. It is the second-longest fjord in Norway and the third-longest in the world, with a length of 179 kilometers and a maximum depth of 800 meters. It is also the gentlest of the four major fjords. 📍Blue Lagoon in Iceland: Iceland's secret base, also known as Europe's famous spa resort, the open-air Blue Lagoon is surrounded by an ethereal atmosphere, resembling a fairyland. Soak in the gentle waters of the Blue Lagoon, relax your body and mind, and drive away the fatigue of the journey. 📍Golden Circle: Thingvellir National Park (entry included), the Geysir geothermal area, and Gullfoss waterfall make up Iceland's Golden Circle, where you can feel the vigorous pulse of the Earth. 📍Encounter with Rainbows: Seljalandsfoss and Skógafoss, the majestic and diverse beauty of the waterfalls in the south of Iceland can be seen all at once. 📍Black Sand Beach: One of the world's ten most unique and beautiful beaches, with clear waters washing over the translucent sand and pebbles of the black sand beach. 📍Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon Cruise: The famous glacier lagoon, preserving the blue dream of millennia-old glaciers. 📍Diamond Beach: The black sand beach is dotted with crystal-clear 'diamond ice blocks', creating a unique landscape. 📍Nordic Art Tour: Stockholm City Hall where the Nobel banquet is held, the Journey of Life Park with Vigeland Sculpture Park. 📍Stockholm Cathedral & Vasa Shipwreck Museum & Suomenlinna (including round-trip ferry) & Rock Church & Gothenburg & The Little Mermaid statue. ✅ Itinerary Beijing - Stockholm - Turku, Finland - Helsinki - Reykjavik - Golden Circle - ION Adventure Hotel - Vik - Reykjavik - Oslo - Fjord Town - Sognefjord - Fjord Town - Hardangerfjord - Oslo - Gothenburg - Copenhagen - Beijing. 🔹 The Nordics are really not as expensive as you think, and they will be more beautiful than you can imagine! Looking forward to meeting friends in the Nordics~

ION ADVENTURE Address: Nesjavellir