On May 29, 2024, an eruption began on the Reykjanes Peninsula for the eighth time in three years. It ended 24 days later, on June 22, 2024. As with previous eruptions in the area, the eruption posed no threat to air traffic. 

The area in question was evacuated and closed off to traffic. With seven previous eruptions in the past three years in this area, the main focus was on safeguarding the infrastructure in the immediate vicinity. Ongoing seismic activity in the area is monitored closely. We’ll cover how this situation might unfold with a bonus insight into the Icelandic psyche when it comes to natural disasters.

Iceland, “the land of fire and ice”, is renowned for many things but most prominently, its stunning natural landscapes. A trip to Iceland isn’t complete without experiencing some of these natural scenes first hand and an excursion to countryside is an absolute must. 

It’s Iceland’s only city and the world’s northernmost capital. The City of Reykjavik has a population of just over 140,000 while the larger metropolitan area has a population of 250,000*. These numbers may look incredibly small but they are in fact huge when you realize that the total population of Iceland is just over 380,000. That means that approx. 64% of the entire population of Iceland lives in the metropolitan area. The only logical explanation is that Reykjavik is an excellent place to live. 
*Official numbers from Statistics Iceland in May 2024. 

Are you planning a visit to Cardiff, the vibrant capital of Wales? While the city itself offers a plethora of attractions and activities, the surrounding areas boast equally enticing opportunities for exploration. We highly recommend taking some time to embark on one of the unforgettable day trips available from Cardiff and immersing yourself in the rich history, stunning landscapes, and charming villages that adorn the Welsh countryside. This blog covers the top destinations that await just a stone's throw away from Cardiff's bustling streets.

In the heart of Toronto at Dundas Square, we made our way down a couple of escalators to Ontarios #1 attraction and one of the most fun things to do with family in Toronto — Little Canada! Not knowing what to expect (the tiny humans depicted in the scenes are literally ¾ inch) this turned out to be one of the most unique experiences in Canada for the PLAY family! We wanted to share how we explored Canada in one day, including the intricacies and details of this really big small world. Let's go!

Should you take a day trip from Marrakech? It is one of the great cities of the world, packed with colorful riads, exciting music, fun shopping, fascinating historic and religious sites and more. It would be easy to fly here and never venture out to the rest of Morocco, but you’d be missing out. There are so many fun day trips from Marrakech that are worth an afternoon, an entire day, or even a weekend.

Hikes in the mountains. Quad racing through the desert. Swimming in the ocean. Touring famous film sets. Within a few hours of Marrakech there is adventure waiting for every age and budget. These day trips are easily accessed by organized tours that often include meals and a guide. If you prefer not to travel with a group, ask your hotel or host to arrange a private driver, which is quite affordable in Morocco and makes for an easy getaway.

Here are six of the Best Day Trips from Marrakech.

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