About Matt Long
Who am I? I am a typical Gen-Xer and recovering cubicle-dweller who has a passion for all things travel. My site brings a unique perspective that is hard to find online. I am not a backpacker, nor am I...
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Visiting the UNESCO World Heritage Sites
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20 Things Every Smart Traveler Should Know
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Five Foods You Must Eat in Europe
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Five Reasons to Stop Dreaming and Travel Now
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So What’s Reykjavik Really Like?
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First Timer’s Guide to Iceland
Posted on January 10, 2013 | 13 CommentsIt was dark as we arrived in Reykjavik, it would be dark for most of our stay, but I didn’t care. I was excited and charged to finally be in the capital of cool, Iceland. In recent years Iceland’s popularity has exploded, thanks to great... -
Exploring Iceland’s Golden Circle Through Photos
Posted on May 16, 2012 | 13 CommentsOur trip to Iceland was a surprise, probably the best birthday surprise I’ve ever received. But because of that, I wasn’t able to plan and instead my partner was in charge of our schedule. Luckily he did an amazing job putting together a fun and... -
View From a Thermal Spa For One in Reykjavik, Iceland
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Five Things You Might Not Know About Iceland
Posted on April 10, 2012 | 25 CommentsLike many visitors to Iceland, I thoroughly enjoyed my time in the country and learned a lot about its history while touring around. Also like many tourists, there were quite a few facts that surprised me, including these that I bet you haven’t heard before.... -
How To Harass a Whale in Iceland
Posted on March 18, 2012 | 9 CommentsSomething I never get tired of doing when I travel is interacting with wildlife in some manner. In Australia this meant a rare kiss from a koala and in Alberta the result was a fantastic dog sled ride through the frozen woods around Lake Louise.... -
How To Spend a Long Weekend in Iceland
Posted on March 11, 2012 | 20 CommentsIceland captivates the imaginations of many and while I can understand that feeling, it’s hard exactly to explain why. It could be because of the stunning landscapes, fun activities or a mixture of both, but more and more people are traveling to this northern island... -
Why the Blue Lagoon in Iceland Isn’t a Natural Wonder
Posted on March 4, 2012 | 12 CommentsEarlier this year one of my favorite travel magazines made an announcement that surprised me a bit. In a special “Wonders of the World” edition, National Geographic listed the Blue Lagoon in Iceland as one of the most impressive wonders of the world. Now this... -
So What’s Reykjavik Really Like?
Posted on February 28, 2012 | 30 CommentsWhen I was in Junior High School, Hard Rock Cafe T-Shirts were all the rage. People tried to get the most obscure location shirt they could find, to impress friends I suppose. I didn’t participate in this particular fad, but a shirt I saw a... -
Five Things I Wish I Knew Before Visiting Iceland
Posted on February 21, 2012 | 70 CommentsI recently got back from a surprise trip to Iceland for my birthday. Since it was a surprise, I didn’t know a whole lot about Iceland before my first visit, although I had some ideas. More than anything though, I wish I knew a few...
