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A perfect 8-day Iceland road trip itinerary

25 May 2018

Last Updated on 20 May 2025

Iceland is quickly becoming one of the most obsessed-over travel destinations, and there’s no better way to discover this incredible country than on a road trip! Despite the impossibly chilly image of winter in Iceland, it’s actually one of the best times to explore: there are fewer crowds, prices drop during the off-season, and it’s the only time the Northern Lights are visible (read more about driving the Ring Road during winter in this post). Here are all the details from the 8-day road trip we took around southern Iceland and everything you need to know for your own adventure, including driving times, our favourites stops, where to stay, and what activities to book. I hope it inspires you to check out this magical part of the world next winter!

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  • About this itinerary
    • Road trip logistics
    • Trip highlights
  • Day 1: KeflavΓ­k to Reykjavik/HvolsvΓΆllur
  • Day 2: HvolsvΓΆllur to KirkjubΓ¦jarklaustur
  • Day 3: KirkjubΓ¦jarklaustur to Hof
  • Day 4: Hof to KΓ‘lfafell
  • Day 5: KΓ‘lfafell to ΓsΓ³lfsskΓ‘li
  • Day 6: ΓsΓ³lfsskΓ‘li to Geysir
  • Day 7: Geysir to Reykjavik
  • Day 8: Reykjavik

About this itinerary

Road trip logistics

  • Drive this route in 6-8 days during winter or in 4-6 days during summer (longer daylight hours and safer road conditions make it easier to cram more in to your days)
  • Less than 2 hours of driving each day
  • Hire an AWD SUV for around €50 per day
  • Activities for €100-200, including horse riding, snowmobiling, Ice Cave Tour
  • Restaurant meals around €40-60 per main
  • Hotel accommodation from €60-110 per night for a double room

Trip highlights

  • See nearly a dozen unique waterfalls, including Seljalandsfoss, Gullfoss, SkΓ³gafoss..
  • Explore the Glacier Lagoons, FjallsΓ‘rlΓ³n & JΓΆkulsΓ‘rlΓ³n
  • Walk along black sand beaches
  • Soak in the famous Blue Lagoon
  • Ride tiny Icelandic Horses to EyjafjallajΓΆkull Glacier
  • Tour through sparkling Ice Caves in VatnajΓΆkull National Park
  • Get up close to the brilliantly blue SvΓ­nafellsjΓΆkull Glacier
  • Visit the eerie SΓ³lheimasandur plane crash site 
  • Ride snowmobiles on LangjΓΆkull Glacier
  • Drive the popular Golden Circle route

Day 1: KeflavΓ­k to Reykjavik/HvolsvΓΆllur

After touching down in Iceland at KeflavΓ­k International Airport, grab your bags and pick up your rental car! We hired a small SUV through Thrifty, which was located right at the airport and offered fairly reasonable rates compared to other companies (it’s still Iceland, though, so expect to pay around 400€ for 8 days). Even though it was winter, we managed just fine with AWDβ€” this saved us some cash that we could turn right around and spend on hiring a portable wifi hotspot from Thrifty. At just 10€/day, this was absolutely indispensable for daily navigation and all those last-minute itinerary modifications that are inevitable on road trips.

Once you have your vehicle, cruise about 45 minutes up to Iceland’s charming capital city, Reykjavik, and spend the rest of the day exploring. With a population of just over 120,000 people, it’s probably one of the small capital cities you’ve ever been to (unsurprising considering that all of Iceland is home to less than 350,000 people), but it is still overflowing with things to do. If your plane lands later in the afternoon (like ours did), however, you may be forced to give the adorable Reykjavik a miss and head straight to your accommodation for the night. To give us a head start for our second day of activities, we opted to stay an hour farther east along the Ring Road than Reykjavik, in the tiny HvolsvΓΆllur.


Day 1 Highlights: explore Iceland’s capital, Reykjavik
Driving: 2 hours, 140km
Food: Plenty of food options in Reykjavik, plus a cafe at the guesthouse in HvolsvΓΆllur and the tasty restaurant Gamla Fjosid
Accommodation: EldstΓ³ Guesthouse, 60€ per night for a double room with shared bathroom
More photos: ICELAND ROADTRIP DAYS 1 & 2: SKΓ“GAFOSS, SΓ“LHEIMASANDUR & VÍK

The amazing Seljalandsfoss


Iceland’s most southern point, DyrhΓ³laey Arch

Day 2: HvolsvΓΆllur to KirkjubΓ¦jarklaustur

Following what may have been a relatively tame day settling into the country yesterday, wake up this morning ready for plenty of stops and detours off the Ring Road. Not too far east of your accommodation in HvollsvΓΆllur, make your first stop at Seljalandsfoss, a 60m vertical drop waterfall thundering over a moss-covered cliffside. If you too are visiting in the off-season, enjoy this gem almost completely to yourself, exploring the network of paths and the mouth of the cave for 360 views of the waterfall. Continuing down the Ring Road, stop off at another spectacular falls, SkΓ³gafoss. Whatever your itinerary, you’re sure to see more waterfalls in Iceland than you’ve ever seen in your life, but they are all unique and impressive enough to merit a stop and several dozen photos.

Making your way east again, pull over into the small parking area for SΓ³lheimasandur Black Sand Beach and join the other travellers disappearing across the eerie lunar landscape. The walk is about 4km along the flat sand, after which time you’ll arrive at the site of the famed 1970s US military DC-3 plane crash. It sounds like a morbid spot, but there were no casualties in the crash landing and the wreckage now makes for some incredible photos.

For your final stop of the day, navigate to DyrhΓ³laey Arch, Iceland’s southern-most point. Follow Road 218 off the Ring Road, which will take you to a stunning viewpoint above VΓ­k’s Black Sand Beach, and then visit the beach itself for more photos on your way back down. Many people choose to spend the night here in VΓ­k, but we found cheaper accommodation an hour further east in KirkjubΓ¦jarklaustur. Depending on the time of year, food can be quite limited in this area, so it’s likely you’ll be stuck paying either €60 for a meal at the hotel restaurant or €20 for a below-average burger from the petrol station if you don’t plan ahead and buy groceries in Reykjavik.


Day 2 Highlights: Two impressive waterfalls, Seljalandsfoss & SkΓ³gafoss; SΓ³lheimasandur plane crash; DyrhΓ³laey Arch & VΓ­k’s Black Sand Beach
Driving: 2 hours, 170km
Food: Only a couple of restaurants in VΓ­k and extremely limited options in KirkjubΓ¦jarklaustur, although everything was closed in winter save for an expensive and very average fast-food stop at the SkaftΓ‘rskΓ‘li petrol station in town and the even more expensive hotel restaurant
Accommodation: Icelandair Hotel Klaustur, €110 per night for a double room
More photos: ICELAND ROADTRIP DAYS 1 & 2: SKΓ“GAFOSS, SΓ“LHEIMASANDUR & VÍK

FjaΓ°rΓ‘rgljΓΊfur canyon

Day 3: KirkjubΓ¦jarklaustur to Hof

Continuing along the Ring Road, make your first stop today at FjaΓ°rΓ‘rgljΓΊfur. This striking green canyon, whose serpentine landscape has been carved by the baby blue River FjaΓ°rΓ‘, is delightfully under-rated, so don’t expect to share the beauty with many other people in winter. Even on a grey, rainy day, though, the scenery is staggering and it’s likely to be a fast favourite.

After exploring the many viewpoints and clambering out onto the cliffs, make another quick photo stop at the Foss Γ‘ SiΓ°u falls before entering VatnajΓΆkull National Park and navigating towards Svartifoss. Follow an easy trail about 1.5km to reach this waterfall, famous for the unusual arrangement of hexagonal basalt columns prominent behind the falls. Even in gloomy weather, Svartifoss sticks out in my mind as one of Iceland’s most fascinating waterfalls (of which there are many contenders).

Now just 30 minutes from the final destination, Hof, visit SvΓ­nafellsjΓΆkull to get up close and personal with this vividly blue glacier. There are a number of different short walks you can do around the area to take in the glacier views, visit the nearby Visitor Centre for full details. This is one of the most incredible glaciers I’ve ever seen and a spectacular way to wind up another day in beautiful Iceland.


Day 3 Highlights: FjaΓ°rΓ‘rgljΓΊfur, a beautiful canyon; Foss Γ‘ SiΓ°u & Svartifoss, more stunning waterfalls; VatnajΓΆkull National Park & the incredibly blue SvΓ­nafellsjΓΆkull glacier
Driving: 1.5 hours, 105km
Food: There are a few cafes around the Glacier Lagoon to cater for tourists, although much of the route today is limited to hotel restaurants (expect to pay around €60 per main)
Accommodation: Fosshotel Glacier Lagoon, β‚¬105 per night for a double room
More photos: ICELAND ROADTRIP DAY 3: FJAÐRÁRGLJÚFUR, SVARTIFOSS & SVÍNAFELLSJΓ–KULL

The most amazing 11am sunrise in VatnajΓΆkull National Park


Secluded FjallsΓ‘rlΓ³n Glacier Lagoon

Day 4: Hof to KΓ‘lfafell

It’s hard to pick a favourite out of all these incredible destinations, but this would probably be my favourite day of the whole road trip. The scenery as you move into eastern Iceland is simply breathtaking, in particular the Glacier Lagoons that are almost too beautiful to be real and the brilliant blue ice caves that come alive in winter.

Staying at Fosshotel Glacier Lagoon, it’s only a few minutes’ drive to the meeting point for the Ice Cave Tour with Local Guide of VatnajΓΆkull. Our own tour was tragically cancelled the morning of due to flooding, but this tour was highly recommended, and was actually the entire reason I wanted to visit Iceland, so I will most definitely be back. It’s an expensive activity at about €130/person, but I was assured by several friends that it is worth every cent.

If you opt not to book the amazing Ice Cave Tour, spend the bulk of the day exploring the Glacier Lagoons and wandering off-track to search for hidden gems. First, navigate to FjallsΓ‘rlΓ³n, a lagoon we just stumbled across on our drive to a planned stop at JΓΆkulsΓ‘rlΓ³n Glacier Lagoon. Standing entirely alone amidst car-sized hunks of bubble gum blue ice (and under an amazing pink sunrise, no less), this was some of the most staggeringly beautiful natural scenery I’ve ever laid eyes on. If you were pressed for time (after the Ice Cave Tour, for instance) I’d even go so far as to recommend FjallsΓ‘rlΓ³n over the incredibly popular JΓΆkulsΓ‘rlΓ³nβ€” both are stunning, but there’s much to be said for revelling in nature completely undisturbed. If time allows, though, continue up the Ring Road to JΓΆkulsΓ‘rlΓ³n Glacier Lagoon and walk along the beach as ice bobs out into the ocean.

Depending on how you’re doing on time after the Lagoon, either continue east for more surreal scenery or start making the journey back south. As we backtracked towards KΓ‘lfafell, we stopped for photos in the moss-covered Eldhraun Lava Field and then checked into our hotel right before the 4pm sunset was upon us.


Day 4 Highlights: Ice Cave Tour with Local Guide of VatnajΓΆkull (€130); more adventures in VatnajΓΆkull National Park; the stunning Glacier Lagoons, FjallsΓ‘rlΓ³n & JΓΆkulsΓ‘rlΓ³n; KviarmΓ½rarkambur; the misty Eldhraun Lava Field
Driving: 1.5 hours, 130km
Food: Depending on the time of year, there may be a few small options around the touristy JΓΆkulsΓ‘rlΓ³n, otherwise you may find yourself stopping again in KirkjubΓ¦jarklaustur to eat mediocre petrol station burgers at SkaftΓ‘rskΓ‘li or splurging at your hotel
Accommodation: Fosshotel NΓΊpar, €90 per night for a double room
More photos: ICELAND ROADTRIP DAY 4: VATNAJΓ–KULL NATIONAL PARK & THE GLACIER LAGOONS

Reynisfjara Beach and the sea stacks


Riding Icelandic ponies on EyjafjallajΓΆkull

Day 5: KΓ‘lfafell to ΓsΓ³lfsskΓ‘li

Energised by yesterday’s adventures, head out of the hotel for another amazing day in Iceland and travel about an hour to VΓ­k. Although you passed through the town on Day 2 and saw many of the highlights, there’s still plenty to explore in this quaint seaside town, most notably Reynisfjara Beach. This black sand beach is home to enormous basalt sea stacks (the Reynisdrangar) and large hexagonal basalt columns, similar to the ones you saw at Svartifoss on Day 3. The result is an absolutely other-worldly beach landscape that you definitely can’t miss.

If time allows, hang around VΓ­k a bit longer before continuing another 45 minutes along the Ring Road towards ΓsΓ³lfsskΓ‘li. Here, the incredible SkΓ‘lakot farm offers day trips on Icelandic Horses, the country’s precious little mascots. Even as an (extremely) novice horse rider, the tours are superb and were such a highlight for us. We paid about €150 for our 3-hour ride to EyjafjallajΓΆkull, which was led by an amazing guide (we were the only guests) and featured stunning views of the glacier and the little Vestmannaeyjar Islands off the coast. The farm has since been renovated to offer boutique accommodation right on the property; otherwise, stay right next door to the farm at Country Hotel Anna.


Day 5 Highlights: VΓ­k & Reynisfjara Beach; horse riding at SkΓ‘lakot
Driving: 1.75 hours, 140km
Food: There are a few food options in VΓ­k and a restaurant near HvolsvΓΆllur called Gamla Fjosid, which serves expensive but delicious winter specialities
Accommodation: Country Hotel Anna, €110 per night for a double room
More photos: ICELAND ROADTRIP DAY 5: RIDING ICELANDIC HORSES & EXPLORING BLACK SAND BEACH

Crater KeriΓ° on the Golden Circle route


Geysir erupting

Day 6: ΓsΓ³lfsskΓ‘li to Geysir

Leaving your hotel at first light (aka 10.30am), travel just under an hour on the Ring Road to reach the day’s first stop, the beautiful UrriΓ°afoss short falls. From here, another 20 minutes will bring you to Crater KeriΓ°, a vibrant crater lake whose red, volcanic caldera makes for excellent photos. Unlike the other natural attractions on this list, there is a small fee (€3) to walk around the crater, but it’s still plenty worth the modest expense. Plus, the funds contribute to conservation efforts in the area, so it’s doubly difficult to complain.

From Crater KeriΓ°, continue 25 minutes NE to another falls, Faxafoss, this one incredibly wide and beautifully blue. Well and truly in the Golden Circle now, Iceland’s most popular scenic route, there are plenty of people around. It’s only a few minutes to the next destination, but expect to see tour buses depositing large numbers of visitors at Geysir, the famous geyser after which all others were named, and nearby Strokkur. Tourists aside, this is still an incredible natural phenomenon, and it’s well worth wandering around the hot springs and watching the piping hot eruptions reach 20 metres every few minutes. And, it is still Iceland in winter, so it certainly isn’t impossible to get a few good shots of Geysir with no one blocking the frame.

After plenty of time at these impressive geysers, visit Gullfoss to wrap up another excellent day on the road. This waterfall is, again, incredibly popular, but for good reasonβ€” there is a decent network of paths offering different angles onto the falls, which spill over the cliffs from a split in the River HvΓ­tΓ‘. After you’ve seen all of this magnificent waterfall, it’s only a 5 minute drive to your hotel, where you can tuck into a delicious meal and some well-deserved wine.


Day 6 Highlights: Three amazing waterfalls, UrriΓ°afoss, Faxafoss & Gullfoss; Crater KeriΓ°; the steaming geysers, Geysir & Strokkur
Driving: 2 hours, 130km
Food: Now in the Golden Circle, food options are more plentiful, with restaurants both at and near the major hotels in Geysir
Accommodation: Geysir Hestar, €100 per night for a twin room with shared bathroom
More photos: ICELAND ROADTRIP DAY 6: GOLDEN CIRCLE

Snowmobiling on LangjΓΆkull Glacier

Day 7: Geysir to Reykjavik

With the Golden Circle down and a day all to yourself, you could explore Reykjavik, even shorten the itinerary by a day, or you could head out to LangjΓΆkull Glacier on snowmobiles for a bit of an adrenaline fix. Departing from the Gullfoss car park, Mountaineers of Iceland will drive you up onto the snowy glacier, kit you out in cold weather gear, and then plop you on a snowmobile, all for the (rather steep) rate of €170. Snow or shine, this is an incredibly fun way to spend the day after a week in the car.

After your snowmobile tour, you’ll likely return exhausted to the car park at Gullfoss, drooping from a long afternoon at high speeds. Grab a snack at the cafe if you’re desperate, and then hit the road for what’s bound to feel like the longest 90 minutes of your life. It’s sure to be completely dark by the time you roll into Reykjavik, but the good news is that there are finally a number of food options in the capital. You’ll sleep well tonight!


Day 7 Highlights: Snowmobile riding on the LangjΓΆkull Glacier (€180)
Driving: 1.5 hours, 115km
Food: There’s an incredibly expensive cafe at Gullfoss, but a heap of food options once back in Reykjavik, including popular fast-food like Subway, KFC, etc
Accommodation: Route 1 Guesthouse, €85 per night for a double room
More photos: ICELAND ROADTRIP DAY 7: SNOWMOBILING ON LANGJΓ–KULL GLACIER

The popular Blue Lagoon

Day 8: Reykjavik

For your last day in Iceland, it’s finally time to take in one of the country’s biggest tourist draws, the Blue Lagoon. This iconic hot spring is a 40 minute drive from Reykjavik, en route to the airport in KeflavΓ­k, so it makes a perfect stop either to or from your flight. Pre-book your tickets (€50) before arriving in Iceland to ensure you get the time slot you want, and consider paying extra for towel hire at the front desk so you don’t have to pack a soggy towel into your luggage for your flight.

Although the pools themselves were man-made, the Blue Lagoon is filled with natural mineral water, piping-hot as a result of the geothermal activity below the nearby American and Eurasian tectonic plates. As you float around the steamy lagoon, drink in-hand from one of the poolside bars, be sure to give yourself a DIY facial with the abundant silica-based mud, a natural product of the cooled mineral water.

While touristy, the whole experience is undeniably fun and the Blue Lagoon really is the best way to wrap up what has undoubtedly been the trip of a lifetime. After showering off and getting into your plane clothes, it’s less than 20 minutes to KeflavΓ­k International Airport where you can return your car and start daydreaming about your next trip to the Land of Fire and Ice.


Day 8 Highlights: Swim in the Blue Lagoon
Driving: 1 hour, 60km
Food: Grab breakfast in Reykjavik and then lunch at the airport on your way home, there are plenty of options
More photos: ICELAND ROADTRIP DAY 8: BLUE LAGOON

Gullfoss

Read more about our adventures in Iceland

ICELAND ROADTRIP DAYS 1 & 2: SKΓ“GAFOSS, SΓ“LHEIMASANDUR & VÍK

ICELAND ROADTRIP DAY 3: FJAÐRÁRGLJÚFUR, SVARTIFOSS & SVÍNAFELLSJΓ–KULL

ICELAND ROADTRIP DAY 4: VATNAJΓ–KULL NATIONAL PARK & THE GLACIER LAGOONS

ICELAND ROADTRIP DAY 5: RIDING ICELANDIC HORSES & EXPLORING BLACK SAND BEACH

ICELAND ROADTRIP DAY 6: GOLDEN CIRCLE

ICELAND ROADTRIP DAY 7: SNOWMOBILING ON LANGJΓ–KULL GLACIER

ICELAND ROADTRIP DAY 8: BLUE LAGOON

LAND OF FIRE & ICE: A GUIDE TO PLANNING THE ULTIMATE ICELAND TRIP

And read my article on We Are Travel Girls for more inspiration

ROAD TRIP INSPIRATION: 10 MUST-SEE PLACES IN SOUTHERN ICELAND

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Hey, I'm Brooke and I'm obsessed with getting off the beaten path, exploring backcountry gems & travelling beyond the ordinary! I left Australia 5 years ago after finishing a PhD in Biomechanics & have been travelling the world full-time ever since (joined by my life/climbing partner, James). Whether it’s road-tripping through Mexico, climbing alpine peaks in the Andes, scuba diving in the Red Sea, or tackling epic via ferrata in the Dolomites, I hope this blog will inspire your future adventures & help you find wonder in every corner of the globe. xx bb

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πŸ“ Takachiho Gorge, Miyazaki Prefecture

TIPS FOR VISITING:
- the site is open 8am-5pm
- entry is Β₯1,000 per person + parking is available nearby
- reserve a row boat (30min) for Β₯4,000 on weekdays or Β₯5,000 on weeekends (boats do sell out!)
- the best light is after 10.30am, when sun hits the waterfall
- free paths run along both sides of the gorge, so you can enjoy great views even if you don’t hire a boat

πŸ‘‡πŸ» If you’ve been to Japan, what’s the most beautiful place in your opinion? (tell me in the comments so I can save for our next Japan trip πŸ˜…)
  • things in Japan that just make sense: it’s gotta be the free footbaths, for me!! 

πŸ“ Sakurajima Nagisa Foot Bath Park in Kagoshima, Japan

road-tripping through Kyushu on a rainy day in May, we pulled over at these baths near the active Sakurajima volcano and couldn’t believe the view. these are one of the longest footbaths in Japan, with more than 100m of naturally-heated water from deep underground, and amazingly it’s completely FREE to visit!
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#japan #japantravel #onsen #footbaths #sakurajima #kagoshima #kyushu #japanroadtrip #roadtrip
  • Welcome to the Beppu Hells πŸ”₯

Beppu is one of Japan’s most famous onsen towns, known for its Hells (Jigoku), a collection of dramatic hot spring pools that are way too hot for bathing but incredible to look at!

There are 7 main β€œhells”, each with its own character:
- Umi Jigoku (Sea Hell): a steaming cobalt blue pool and a gorgeous foot bath (one of the only places the water is hot but safe)
- Oniishibozu Jigoku (Monk’s Head Hell): bubbling grey mud pools
- Shiraike Jigoku (White Pond Hell): milky turquoise pond surrounded by gardens
- Kamado Jigoku (Cooking Pot Hell): multi-coloured pools + steam vents, plus you can buy volcanic steam-cooked eggs and buns (believed to have health benefits, but also a super fun novelty snack)
- Oniyama Jigoku (Demon Mountain Hell): home to 70+ crocodiles (!)
- Chinoike Jigoku (Blood Pond Hell): deep red iron-rich pool
- Tatsumaki Jigoku (Spout Hell): powerful geyser erupting every 30–40min

TIPS FOR VISITING
πŸ’΄ Entry: Β₯2,200 for a combo ticket (all 7 hells)
⏱️ Timing: allow 2–3hrs to explore
πŸš— Getting around: you can easily walk between the hells, but since it was raining, we drove our little hire car
β˜”οΈ When to visit: open year-round; fun even on rainy days!
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#beppu #onsen #hells #japan #kyushu #japantravel
  • postcards from magical little Miyajima 🌸✨

this island is located about an hour from Hiroshima & is a fantastic day tripβ€” but even better as a relaxing overnighter. 

visit the iconic red Torii Gate, take the scenic ropeway to Mt Misen’s Peak, feed the free-roaming deer, sample the island’s many oyster treats, see the 5-story pagoda Taho-to, and cap it all off with a traditional stay at Kikunoya. slow-paced bliss ✨
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  • DOHA, QATAR πŸ‡ΆπŸ‡¦βœ¨

Without the flashy excess of the UAE & Saudi, Doha offers a more authentic slice of the Arabian Gulf, where culture & tradition meet striking modern architecture, world-class art, and a glittering skyline. 

We loved our time in Doha and would highly recommend as a quick stopover next time you’re flying through the Middle East!

WHAT TO SEE
⭐️ Souq Waqif: a buzzing market with spices, textiles & gold, perfect for getting lost + taking photos
⭐️ Museum of Islamic Art: one of the world’s most stunning Islamic art collections
⭐️ Dhow Harbour: traditional wooden boats bobbing in the water with Doha’s skyline behind (great for photography!)
⭐️ Mina District: neighbourhood with colourful pastel buildings & street art, best explored in golden light of late afternoon
⭐️ Fish Market: the most beautiful stained-glass ceiling I’ve ever seen, worth a quick walk through while exploring Mina!
⭐️ Qanat Quartier: a rainbow-hued β€œLittle Venice” with canals, bridges & plenty of great restaurants 
⭐️ Katara Cultural Village: a great place to discover local culture 

HOW MANY DAYS?
we spent 4 days in Doha, but you can see most of the city’s highlights in 2-3 days 

GETTING AROUND
Uber is the best way to get across the city to visit some of the farther places of interest
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#qatar #doha #qatarairways #arabiangulf #persiangulf #middleeast #visitQatar #DohaQatar
  • Standing on the rim of one of the largest active volcanoes in the world, with smoke billowing out of the crater right behind us πŸŒ‹πŸ”₯

Mt Aso National Park is one of Japan’s coolest hiking spots, but still seriously underrated! With craggy lava fields, steaming vents & surreal views in every direction, you can hike right up to the rim of Nakadake Crater (when it’s safe!) and we had this spot completely to ourselves πŸ’ƒπŸ» 
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#MtAso #MtAsoNationalPark #nakadake #japan #kyushu #japanroadtrip
  • a round-up of some of my favourite hot springs over the years πŸ”₯ 

locations:
πŸ“ Hidalgo, Mexico
πŸ“ Wyoming, USA
πŸ“ Icelandic Highlands
πŸ“ Beppu, Japan
πŸ“ Baja California, Mexico
πŸ“ Cordillera Huayhuash, Peru
πŸ“ Mt Aso, Japan
πŸ“ Idaho, USA
πŸ“ Kagoshima, Japan
πŸ“ BCS, Mexico
πŸ“ Itō, Japan
πŸ“ New Mexico, USA

what do you prefer, the wild natural springs or the built-up onsen of Japan?? 
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#hotspring #naturalhotspring #onsen #japan
  • welcome to Qatar πŸ‡ΆπŸ‡¦βœ¨

One of the most surprising places we visited in the Middle East was Doha! Without the flashy excess of the UAE & Saudi, Doha offers a more authentic slice of the Arabian Gulf, where culture & tradition meet striking modern architecture, and the city feels welcoming, approachable & surprisingly easy to explore.

HOW MANY DAYS?
we spent 4 days in Doha, but you can see most of the city’s highlights in 2-3 days 

GETTING AROUND
Uber is the best way to get across the city to visit some of the farther places of interest

PLACE FEATURED IN THIS VIDEO
πŸ“Souq Waqif: a buzzing market with spices, textiles & gold, perfect for getting lost + taking photos
πŸ“Museum of Islamic Art: one of the world’s most stunning Islamic art collections, in an iconic I.M. Pei-designed building
πŸ“Dhow Harbour: traditional wooden boats bobbing in the water with Doha’s skyline behind (great for photography or a boat ride!)
πŸ“Mina District: neighbourhood with colourful pastel buildings & street art, best explored in golden light of late afternoon
πŸ“Fish Market: a lively (& very local) slice of daily life in the Mina District, with the most beautiful stained-glass ceiling I’ve ever seen!
πŸ“Qanat Quartier: a quirky β€œLittle Venice” with canals & bridges, plenty of great restaurants here
πŸ“Katara Cultural Village: home to art galleries, amphitheatres & beachfront cafΓ©s
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#qatar #doha #qatarairways #arabiangulf #persiangulf #middleeast #visitQatar #DohaQatar
  • Pivoting away from all the Japan photos for a moment to share a sleeper hit from last year’s travels that didn’t make it onto the feed (because I’m perpetually behind on posting…) β†’ Qatar!!

This small Middle Eastern country was never on my list, but while we were in the region for the 2nd half of last year, we decided to take advantage of the Qatar Airways stopover program (this isn’t sponsored, it’s just a really cool program πŸ˜…)

For no extra cost, we were able to build a 4-day stopover into our flights from Oman to Egypt, and we ended up having WAY more fun in Qatar than expected. You don’t need long to explore (you could cram most of the highlights into 2-3 days), but it’s guaranteed to impress!

I’ll share some of our favourite experiences from Doha tomorrow, but WOW, who knew!?
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#doha #qatar #qatarairways #stopover #middleeast
DOHA, QATAR πŸ‡ΆπŸ‡¦βœ¨

Without the flashy excess of the UAE & Saudi, Doha offers a more authentic slice of the Arabian Gulf, where culture & tradition meet striking modern architecture, world-class art, and a glittering skyline. 

We loved our time in Doha and would highly recommend as a quick stopover next time you’re flying through the Middle East!

WHAT TO SEE
⭐️ Souq Waqif: a buzzing market with spices, textiles & gold, perfect for getting lost + taking photos
⭐️ Museum of Islamic Art: one of the world’s most stunning Islamic art collections
⭐️ Dhow Harbour: traditional wooden boats bobbing in the water with Doha’s skyline behind (great for photography!)
⭐️ Mina District: neighbourhood with colourful pastel buildings & street art, best explored in golden light of late afternoon
⭐️ Fish Market: the most beautiful stained-glass ceiling I’ve ever seen, worth a quick walk through while exploring Mina!
⭐️ Qanat Quartier: a rainbow-hued β€œLittle Venice” with canals, bridges & plenty of great restaurants 
⭐️ Katara Cultural Village: a great place to discover local culture 

HOW MANY DAYS?
we spent 4 days in Doha, but you can see most of the city’s highlights in 2-3 days 

GETTING AROUND
Uber is the best way to get across the city to visit some of the farther places of interest
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#qatar #doha #qatarairways #arabiangulf #persiangulf #middleeast #visitQatar #DohaQatar
DOHA, QATAR πŸ‡ΆπŸ‡¦βœ¨

Without the flashy excess of the UAE & Saudi, Doha offers a more authentic slice of the Arabian Gulf, where culture & tradition meet striking modern architecture, world-class art, and a glittering skyline. 

We loved our time in Doha and would highly recommend as a quick stopover next time you’re flying through the Middle East!

WHAT TO SEE
⭐️ Souq Waqif: a buzzing market with spices, textiles & gold, perfect for getting lost + taking photos
⭐️ Museum of Islamic Art: one of the world’s most stunning Islamic art collections
⭐️ Dhow Harbour: traditional wooden boats bobbing in the water with Doha’s skyline behind (great for photography!)
⭐️ Mina District: neighbourhood with colourful pastel buildings & street art, best explored in golden light of late afternoon
⭐️ Fish Market: the most beautiful stained-glass ceiling I’ve ever seen, worth a quick walk through while exploring Mina!
⭐️ Qanat Quartier: a rainbow-hued β€œLittle Venice” with canals, bridges & plenty of great restaurants 
⭐️ Katara Cultural Village: a great place to discover local culture 

HOW MANY DAYS?
we spent 4 days in Doha, but you can see most of the city’s highlights in 2-3 days 

GETTING AROUND
Uber is the best way to get across the city to visit some of the farther places of interest
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#qatar #doha #qatarairways #arabiangulf #persiangulf #middleeast #visitQatar #DohaQatar
DOHA, QATAR πŸ‡ΆπŸ‡¦βœ¨

Without the flashy excess of the UAE & Saudi, Doha offers a more authentic slice of the Arabian Gulf, where culture & tradition meet striking modern architecture, world-class art, and a glittering skyline. 

We loved our time in Doha and would highly recommend as a quick stopover next time you’re flying through the Middle East!

WHAT TO SEE
⭐️ Souq Waqif: a buzzing market with spices, textiles & gold, perfect for getting lost + taking photos
⭐️ Museum of Islamic Art: one of the world’s most stunning Islamic art collections
⭐️ Dhow Harbour: traditional wooden boats bobbing in the water with Doha’s skyline behind (great for photography!)
⭐️ Mina District: neighbourhood with colourful pastel buildings & street art, best explored in golden light of late afternoon
⭐️ Fish Market: the most beautiful stained-glass ceiling I’ve ever seen, worth a quick walk through while exploring Mina!
⭐️ Qanat Quartier: a rainbow-hued β€œLittle Venice” with canals, bridges & plenty of great restaurants 
⭐️ Katara Cultural Village: a great place to discover local culture 

HOW MANY DAYS?
we spent 4 days in Doha, but you can see most of the city’s highlights in 2-3 days 

GETTING AROUND
Uber is the best way to get across the city to visit some of the farther places of interest
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#qatar #doha #qatarairways #arabiangulf #persiangulf #middleeast #visitQatar #DohaQatar
DOHA, QATAR πŸ‡ΆπŸ‡¦βœ¨

Without the flashy excess of the UAE & Saudi, Doha offers a more authentic slice of the Arabian Gulf, where culture & tradition meet striking modern architecture, world-class art, and a glittering skyline. 

We loved our time in Doha and would highly recommend as a quick stopover next time you’re flying through the Middle East!

WHAT TO SEE
⭐️ Souq Waqif: a buzzing market with spices, textiles & gold, perfect for getting lost + taking photos
⭐️ Museum of Islamic Art: one of the world’s most stunning Islamic art collections
⭐️ Dhow Harbour: traditional wooden boats bobbing in the water with Doha’s skyline behind (great for photography!)
⭐️ Mina District: neighbourhood with colourful pastel buildings & street art, best explored in golden light of late afternoon
⭐️ Fish Market: the most beautiful stained-glass ceiling I’ve ever seen, worth a quick walk through while exploring Mina!
⭐️ Qanat Quartier: a rainbow-hued β€œLittle Venice” with canals, bridges & plenty of great restaurants 
⭐️ Katara Cultural Village: a great place to discover local culture 

HOW MANY DAYS?
we spent 4 days in Doha, but you can see most of the city’s highlights in 2-3 days 

GETTING AROUND
Uber is the best way to get across the city to visit some of the farther places of interest
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#qatar #doha #qatarairways #arabiangulf #persiangulf #middleeast #visitQatar #DohaQatar
DOHA, QATAR πŸ‡ΆπŸ‡¦βœ¨

Without the flashy excess of the UAE & Saudi, Doha offers a more authentic slice of the Arabian Gulf, where culture & tradition meet striking modern architecture, world-class art, and a glittering skyline. 

We loved our time in Doha and would highly recommend as a quick stopover next time you’re flying through the Middle East!

WHAT TO SEE
⭐️ Souq Waqif: a buzzing market with spices, textiles & gold, perfect for getting lost + taking photos
⭐️ Museum of Islamic Art: one of the world’s most stunning Islamic art collections
⭐️ Dhow Harbour: traditional wooden boats bobbing in the water with Doha’s skyline behind (great for photography!)
⭐️ Mina District: neighbourhood with colourful pastel buildings & street art, best explored in golden light of late afternoon
⭐️ Fish Market: the most beautiful stained-glass ceiling I’ve ever seen, worth a quick walk through while exploring Mina!
⭐️ Qanat Quartier: a rainbow-hued β€œLittle Venice” with canals, bridges & plenty of great restaurants 
⭐️ Katara Cultural Village: a great place to discover local culture 

HOW MANY DAYS?
we spent 4 days in Doha, but you can see most of the city’s highlights in 2-3 days 

GETTING AROUND
Uber is the best way to get across the city to visit some of the farther places of interest
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#qatar #doha #qatarairways #arabiangulf #persiangulf #middleeast #visitQatar #DohaQatar
DOHA, QATAR πŸ‡ΆπŸ‡¦βœ¨

Without the flashy excess of the UAE & Saudi, Doha offers a more authentic slice of the Arabian Gulf, where culture & tradition meet striking modern architecture, world-class art, and a glittering skyline. 

We loved our time in Doha and would highly recommend as a quick stopover next time you’re flying through the Middle East!

WHAT TO SEE
⭐️ Souq Waqif: a buzzing market with spices, textiles & gold, perfect for getting lost + taking photos
⭐️ Museum of Islamic Art: one of the world’s most stunning Islamic art collections
⭐️ Dhow Harbour: traditional wooden boats bobbing in the water with Doha’s skyline behind (great for photography!)
⭐️ Mina District: neighbourhood with colourful pastel buildings & street art, best explored in golden light of late afternoon
⭐️ Fish Market: the most beautiful stained-glass ceiling I’ve ever seen, worth a quick walk through while exploring Mina!
⭐️ Qanat Quartier: a rainbow-hued β€œLittle Venice” with canals, bridges & plenty of great restaurants 
⭐️ Katara Cultural Village: a great place to discover local culture 

HOW MANY DAYS?
we spent 4 days in Doha, but you can see most of the city’s highlights in 2-3 days 

GETTING AROUND
Uber is the best way to get across the city to visit some of the farther places of interest
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#qatar #doha #qatarairways #arabiangulf #persiangulf #middleeast #visitQatar #DohaQatar
DOHA, QATAR πŸ‡ΆπŸ‡¦βœ¨

Without the flashy excess of the UAE & Saudi, Doha offers a more authentic slice of the Arabian Gulf, where culture & tradition meet striking modern architecture, world-class art, and a glittering skyline. 

We loved our time in Doha and would highly recommend as a quick stopover next time you’re flying through the Middle East!

WHAT TO SEE
⭐️ Souq Waqif: a buzzing market with spices, textiles & gold, perfect for getting lost + taking photos
⭐️ Museum of Islamic Art: one of the world’s most stunning Islamic art collections
⭐️ Dhow Harbour: traditional wooden boats bobbing in the water with Doha’s skyline behind (great for photography!)
⭐️ Mina District: neighbourhood with colourful pastel buildings & street art, best explored in golden light of late afternoon
⭐️ Fish Market: the most beautiful stained-glass ceiling I’ve ever seen, worth a quick walk through while exploring Mina!
⭐️ Qanat Quartier: a rainbow-hued β€œLittle Venice” with canals, bridges & plenty of great restaurants 
⭐️ Katara Cultural Village: a great place to discover local culture 

HOW MANY DAYS?
we spent 4 days in Doha, but you can see most of the city’s highlights in 2-3 days 

GETTING AROUND
Uber is the best way to get across the city to visit some of the farther places of interest
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#qatar #doha #qatarairways #arabiangulf #persiangulf #middleeast #visitQatar #DohaQatar
DOHA, QATAR πŸ‡ΆπŸ‡¦βœ¨

Without the flashy excess of the UAE & Saudi, Doha offers a more authentic slice of the Arabian Gulf, where culture & tradition meet striking modern architecture, world-class art, and a glittering skyline. 

We loved our time in Doha and would highly recommend as a quick stopover next time you’re flying through the Middle East!

WHAT TO SEE
⭐️ Souq Waqif: a buzzing market with spices, textiles & gold, perfect for getting lost + taking photos
⭐️ Museum of Islamic Art: one of the world’s most stunning Islamic art collections
⭐️ Dhow Harbour: traditional wooden boats bobbing in the water with Doha’s skyline behind (great for photography!)
⭐️ Mina District: neighbourhood with colourful pastel buildings & street art, best explored in golden light of late afternoon
⭐️ Fish Market: the most beautiful stained-glass ceiling I’ve ever seen, worth a quick walk through while exploring Mina!
⭐️ Qanat Quartier: a rainbow-hued β€œLittle Venice” with canals, bridges & plenty of great restaurants 
⭐️ Katara Cultural Village: a great place to discover local culture 

HOW MANY DAYS?
we spent 4 days in Doha, but you can see most of the city’s highlights in 2-3 days 

GETTING AROUND
Uber is the best way to get across the city to visit some of the farther places of interest
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#qatar #doha #qatarairways #arabiangulf #persiangulf #middleeast #visitQatar #DohaQatar
DOHA, QATAR πŸ‡ΆπŸ‡¦βœ¨

Without the flashy excess of the UAE & Saudi, Doha offers a more authentic slice of the Arabian Gulf, where culture & tradition meet striking modern architecture, world-class art, and a glittering skyline. 

We loved our time in Doha and would highly recommend as a quick stopover next time you’re flying through the Middle East!

WHAT TO SEE
⭐️ Souq Waqif: a buzzing market with spices, textiles & gold, perfect for getting lost + taking photos
⭐️ Museum of Islamic Art: one of the world’s most stunning Islamic art collections
⭐️ Dhow Harbour: traditional wooden boats bobbing in the water with Doha’s skyline behind (great for photography!)
⭐️ Mina District: neighbourhood with colourful pastel buildings & street art, best explored in golden light of late afternoon
⭐️ Fish Market: the most beautiful stained-glass ceiling I’ve ever seen, worth a quick walk through while exploring Mina!
⭐️ Qanat Quartier: a rainbow-hued β€œLittle Venice” with canals, bridges & plenty of great restaurants 
⭐️ Katara Cultural Village: a great place to discover local culture 

HOW MANY DAYS?
we spent 4 days in Doha, but you can see most of the city’s highlights in 2-3 days 

GETTING AROUND
Uber is the best way to get across the city to visit some of the farther places of interest
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#qatar #doha #qatarairways #arabiangulf #persiangulf #middleeast #visitQatar #DohaQatar
DOHA, QATAR πŸ‡ΆπŸ‡¦βœ¨

Without the flashy excess of the UAE & Saudi, Doha offers a more authentic slice of the Arabian Gulf, where culture & tradition meet striking modern architecture, world-class art, and a glittering skyline. 

We loved our time in Doha and would highly recommend as a quick stopover next time you’re flying through the Middle East!

WHAT TO SEE
⭐️ Souq Waqif: a buzzing market with spices, textiles & gold, perfect for getting lost + taking photos
⭐️ Museum of Islamic Art: one of the world’s most stunning Islamic art collections
⭐️ Dhow Harbour: traditional wooden boats bobbing in the water with Doha’s skyline behind (great for photography!)
⭐️ Mina District: neighbourhood with colourful pastel buildings & street art, best explored in golden light of late afternoon
⭐️ Fish Market: the most beautiful stained-glass ceiling I’ve ever seen, worth a quick walk through while exploring Mina!
⭐️ Qanat Quartier: a rainbow-hued β€œLittle Venice” with canals, bridges & plenty of great restaurants 
⭐️ Katara Cultural Village: a great place to discover local culture 

HOW MANY DAYS?
we spent 4 days in Doha, but you can see most of the city’s highlights in 2-3 days 

GETTING AROUND
Uber is the best way to get across the city to visit some of the farther places of interest
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#qatar #doha #qatarairways #arabiangulf #persiangulf #middleeast #visitQatar #DohaQatar
DOHA, QATAR πŸ‡ΆπŸ‡¦βœ¨

Without the flashy excess of the UAE & Saudi, Doha offers a more authentic slice of the Arabian Gulf, where culture & tradition meet striking modern architecture, world-class art, and a glittering skyline. 

We loved our time in Doha and would highly recommend as a quick stopover next time you’re flying through the Middle East!

WHAT TO SEE
⭐️ Souq Waqif: a buzzing market with spices, textiles & gold, perfect for getting lost + taking photos
⭐️ Museum of Islamic Art: one of the world’s most stunning Islamic art collections
⭐️ Dhow Harbour: traditional wooden boats bobbing in the water with Doha’s skyline behind (great for photography!)
⭐️ Mina District: neighbourhood with colourful pastel buildings & street art, best explored in golden light of late afternoon
⭐️ Fish Market: the most beautiful stained-glass ceiling I’ve ever seen, worth a quick walk through while exploring Mina!
⭐️ Qanat Quartier: a rainbow-hued β€œLittle Venice” with canals, bridges & plenty of great restaurants 
⭐️ Katara Cultural Village: a great place to discover local culture 

HOW MANY DAYS?
we spent 4 days in Doha, but you can see most of the city’s highlights in 2-3 days 

GETTING AROUND
Uber is the best way to get across the city to visit some of the farther places of interest
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#qatar #doha #qatarairways #arabiangulf #persiangulf #middleeast #visitQatar #DohaQatar
DOHA, QATAR πŸ‡ΆπŸ‡¦βœ¨

Without the flashy excess of the UAE & Saudi, Doha offers a more authentic slice of the Arabian Gulf, where culture & tradition meet striking modern architecture, world-class art, and a glittering skyline. 

We loved our time in Doha and would highly recommend as a quick stopover next time you’re flying through the Middle East!

WHAT TO SEE
⭐️ Souq Waqif: a buzzing market with spices, textiles & gold, perfect for getting lost + taking photos
⭐️ Museum of Islamic Art: one of the world’s most stunning Islamic art collections
⭐️ Dhow Harbour: traditional wooden boats bobbing in the water with Doha’s skyline behind (great for photography!)
⭐️ Mina District: neighbourhood with colourful pastel buildings & street art, best explored in golden light of late afternoon
⭐️ Fish Market: the most beautiful stained-glass ceiling I’ve ever seen, worth a quick walk through while exploring Mina!
⭐️ Qanat Quartier: a rainbow-hued β€œLittle Venice” with canals, bridges & plenty of great restaurants 
⭐️ Katara Cultural Village: a great place to discover local culture 

HOW MANY DAYS?
we spent 4 days in Doha, but you can see most of the city’s highlights in 2-3 days 

GETTING AROUND
Uber is the best way to get across the city to visit some of the farther places of interest
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#qatar #doha #qatarairways #arabiangulf #persiangulf #middleeast #visitQatar #DohaQatar
DOHA, QATAR πŸ‡ΆπŸ‡¦βœ¨

Without the flashy excess of the UAE & Saudi, Doha offers a more authentic slice of the Arabian Gulf, where culture & tradition meet striking modern architecture, world-class art, and a glittering skyline. 

We loved our time in Doha and would highly recommend as a quick stopover next time you’re flying through the Middle East!

WHAT TO SEE
⭐️ Souq Waqif: a buzzing market with spices, textiles & gold, perfect for getting lost + taking photos
⭐️ Museum of Islamic Art: one of the world’s most stunning Islamic art collections
⭐️ Dhow Harbour: traditional wooden boats bobbing in the water with Doha’s skyline behind (great for photography!)
⭐️ Mina District: neighbourhood with colourful pastel buildings & street art, best explored in golden light of late afternoon
⭐️ Fish Market: the most beautiful stained-glass ceiling I’ve ever seen, worth a quick walk through while exploring Mina!
⭐️ Qanat Quartier: a rainbow-hued β€œLittle Venice” with canals, bridges & plenty of great restaurants 
⭐️ Katara Cultural Village: a great place to discover local culture 

HOW MANY DAYS?
we spent 4 days in Doha, but you can see most of the city’s highlights in 2-3 days 

GETTING AROUND
Uber is the best way to get across the city to visit some of the farther places of interest
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#qatar #doha #qatarairways #arabiangulf #persiangulf #middleeast #visitQatar #DohaQatar
DOHA, QATAR πŸ‡ΆπŸ‡¦βœ¨

Without the flashy excess of the UAE & Saudi, Doha offers a more authentic slice of the Arabian Gulf, where culture & tradition meet striking modern architecture, world-class art, and a glittering skyline. 

We loved our time in Doha and would highly recommend as a quick stopover next time you’re flying through the Middle East!

WHAT TO SEE
⭐️ Souq Waqif: a buzzing market with spices, textiles & gold, perfect for getting lost + taking photos
⭐️ Museum of Islamic Art: one of the world’s most stunning Islamic art collections
⭐️ Dhow Harbour: traditional wooden boats bobbing in the water with Doha’s skyline behind (great for photography!)
⭐️ Mina District: neighbourhood with colourful pastel buildings & street art, best explored in golden light of late afternoon
⭐️ Fish Market: the most beautiful stained-glass ceiling I’ve ever seen, worth a quick walk through while exploring Mina!
⭐️ Qanat Quartier: a rainbow-hued β€œLittle Venice” with canals, bridges & plenty of great restaurants 
⭐️ Katara Cultural Village: a great place to discover local culture 

HOW MANY DAYS?
we spent 4 days in Doha, but you can see most of the city’s highlights in 2-3 days 

GETTING AROUND
Uber is the best way to get across the city to visit some of the farther places of interest
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#qatar #doha #qatarairways #arabiangulf #persiangulf #middleeast #visitQatar #DohaQatar
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DOHA, QATAR πŸ‡ΆπŸ‡¦βœ¨ Without the flashy excess of the UAE & Saudi, Doha offers a more authentic slice of the Arabian Gulf, where culture & tradition meet striking modern architecture, world-class art, and a glittering skyline. We loved our time in Doha and would highly recommend as a quick stopover next time you’re flying through the Middle East! WHAT TO SEE ⭐️ Souq Waqif: a buzzing market with spices, textiles & gold, perfect for getting lost + taking photos ⭐️ Museum of Islamic Art: one of the world’s most stunning Islamic art collections ⭐️ Dhow Harbour: traditional wooden boats bobbing in the water with Doha’s skyline behind (great for photography!) ⭐️ Mina District: neighbourhood with colourful pastel buildings & street art, best explored in golden light of late afternoon ⭐️ Fish Market: the most beautiful stained-glass ceiling I’ve ever seen, worth a quick walk through while exploring Mina! ⭐️ Qanat Quartier: a rainbow-hued β€œLittle Venice” with canals, bridges & plenty of great restaurants ⭐️ Katara Cultural Village: a great place to discover local culture HOW MANY DAYS? we spent 4 days in Doha, but you can see most of the city’s highlights in 2-3 days GETTING AROUND Uber is the best way to get across the city to visit some of the farther places of interest . . . . #qatar #doha #qatarairways #arabiangulf #persiangulf #middleeast #visitQatar #DohaQatar
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Standing on the rim of one of the largest active volcanoes in the world, with smoke billowing out of the crater right behind us πŸŒ‹πŸ”₯

Mt Aso National Park is one of Japan’s coolest hiking spots, but still seriously underrated! With craggy lava fields, steaming vents & surreal views in every direction, you can hike right up to the rim of Nakadake Crater (when it’s safe!) and we had this spot completely to ourselves πŸ’ƒπŸ» 
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#MtAso #MtAsoNationalPark #nakadake #japan #kyushu #japanroadtrip
Standing on the rim of one of the largest active volcanoes in the world, with smoke billowing out of the crater right behind us πŸŒ‹πŸ”₯

Mt Aso National Park is one of Japan’s coolest hiking spots, but still seriously underrated! With craggy lava fields, steaming vents & surreal views in every direction, you can hike right up to the rim of Nakadake Crater (when it’s safe!) and we had this spot completely to ourselves πŸ’ƒπŸ» 
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#MtAso #MtAsoNationalPark #nakadake #japan #kyushu #japanroadtrip
Standing on the rim of one of the largest active volcanoes in the world, with smoke billowing out of the crater right behind us πŸŒ‹πŸ”₯

Mt Aso National Park is one of Japan’s coolest hiking spots, but still seriously underrated! With craggy lava fields, steaming vents & surreal views in every direction, you can hike right up to the rim of Nakadake Crater (when it’s safe!) and we had this spot completely to ourselves πŸ’ƒπŸ» 
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#MtAso #MtAsoNationalPark #nakadake #japan #kyushu #japanroadtrip
Standing on the rim of one of the largest active volcanoes in the world, with smoke billowing out of the crater right behind us πŸŒ‹πŸ”₯

Mt Aso National Park is one of Japan’s coolest hiking spots, but still seriously underrated! With craggy lava fields, steaming vents & surreal views in every direction, you can hike right up to the rim of Nakadake Crater (when it’s safe!) and we had this spot completely to ourselves πŸ’ƒπŸ» 
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#MtAso #MtAsoNationalPark #nakadake #japan #kyushu #japanroadtrip
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Standing on the rim of one of the largest active volcanoes in the world, with smoke billowing out of the crater right behind us πŸŒ‹πŸ”₯ Mt Aso National Park is one of Japan’s coolest hiking spots, but still seriously underrated! With craggy lava fields, steaming vents & surreal views in every direction, you can hike right up to the rim of Nakadake Crater (when it’s safe!) and we had this spot completely to ourselves πŸ’ƒπŸ» . . . . . #MtAso #MtAsoNationalPark #nakadake #japan #kyushu #japanroadtrip
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a round-up of some of my favourite hot springs over the years πŸ”₯ 

locations:
πŸ“ Hidalgo, Mexico
πŸ“ Wyoming, USA
πŸ“ Icelandic Highlands
πŸ“ Beppu, Japan
πŸ“ Baja California, Mexico
πŸ“ Cordillera Huayhuash, Peru
πŸ“ Mt Aso, Japan
πŸ“ Idaho, USA
πŸ“ Kagoshima, Japan
πŸ“ BCS, Mexico
πŸ“ Itō, Japan
πŸ“ New Mexico, USA

what do you prefer, the wild natural springs or the built-up onsen of Japan?? 
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#hotspring #naturalhotspring #onsen #japan
a round-up of some of my favourite hot springs over the years πŸ”₯ 

locations:
πŸ“ Hidalgo, Mexico
πŸ“ Wyoming, USA
πŸ“ Icelandic Highlands
πŸ“ Beppu, Japan
πŸ“ Baja California, Mexico
πŸ“ Cordillera Huayhuash, Peru
πŸ“ Mt Aso, Japan
πŸ“ Idaho, USA
πŸ“ Kagoshima, Japan
πŸ“ BCS, Mexico
πŸ“ Itō, Japan
πŸ“ New Mexico, USA

what do you prefer, the wild natural springs or the built-up onsen of Japan?? 
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#hotspring #naturalhotspring #onsen #japan
a round-up of some of my favourite hot springs over the years πŸ”₯ 

locations:
πŸ“ Hidalgo, Mexico
πŸ“ Wyoming, USA
πŸ“ Icelandic Highlands
πŸ“ Beppu, Japan
πŸ“ Baja California, Mexico
πŸ“ Cordillera Huayhuash, Peru
πŸ“ Mt Aso, Japan
πŸ“ Idaho, USA
πŸ“ Kagoshima, Japan
πŸ“ BCS, Mexico
πŸ“ Itō, Japan
πŸ“ New Mexico, USA

what do you prefer, the wild natural springs or the built-up onsen of Japan?? 
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#hotspring #naturalhotspring #onsen #japan
a round-up of some of my favourite hot springs over the years πŸ”₯ 

locations:
πŸ“ Hidalgo, Mexico
πŸ“ Wyoming, USA
πŸ“ Icelandic Highlands
πŸ“ Beppu, Japan
πŸ“ Baja California, Mexico
πŸ“ Cordillera Huayhuash, Peru
πŸ“ Mt Aso, Japan
πŸ“ Idaho, USA
πŸ“ Kagoshima, Japan
πŸ“ BCS, Mexico
πŸ“ Itō, Japan
πŸ“ New Mexico, USA

what do you prefer, the wild natural springs or the built-up onsen of Japan?? 
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#hotspring #naturalhotspring #onsen #japan
a round-up of some of my favourite hot springs over the years πŸ”₯ 

locations:
πŸ“ Hidalgo, Mexico
πŸ“ Wyoming, USA
πŸ“ Icelandic Highlands
πŸ“ Beppu, Japan
πŸ“ Baja California, Mexico
πŸ“ Cordillera Huayhuash, Peru
πŸ“ Mt Aso, Japan
πŸ“ Idaho, USA
πŸ“ Kagoshima, Japan
πŸ“ BCS, Mexico
πŸ“ Itō, Japan
πŸ“ New Mexico, USA

what do you prefer, the wild natural springs or the built-up onsen of Japan?? 
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#hotspring #naturalhotspring #onsen #japan
a round-up of some of my favourite hot springs over the years πŸ”₯ 

locations:
πŸ“ Hidalgo, Mexico
πŸ“ Wyoming, USA
πŸ“ Icelandic Highlands
πŸ“ Beppu, Japan
πŸ“ Baja California, Mexico
πŸ“ Cordillera Huayhuash, Peru
πŸ“ Mt Aso, Japan
πŸ“ Idaho, USA
πŸ“ Kagoshima, Japan
πŸ“ BCS, Mexico
πŸ“ Itō, Japan
πŸ“ New Mexico, USA

what do you prefer, the wild natural springs or the built-up onsen of Japan?? 
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#hotspring #naturalhotspring #onsen #japan
a round-up of some of my favourite hot springs over the years πŸ”₯ 

locations:
πŸ“ Hidalgo, Mexico
πŸ“ Wyoming, USA
πŸ“ Icelandic Highlands
πŸ“ Beppu, Japan
πŸ“ Baja California, Mexico
πŸ“ Cordillera Huayhuash, Peru
πŸ“ Mt Aso, Japan
πŸ“ Idaho, USA
πŸ“ Kagoshima, Japan
πŸ“ BCS, Mexico
πŸ“ Itō, Japan
πŸ“ New Mexico, USA

what do you prefer, the wild natural springs or the built-up onsen of Japan?? 
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#hotspring #naturalhotspring #onsen #japan
a round-up of some of my favourite hot springs over the years πŸ”₯ 

locations:
πŸ“ Hidalgo, Mexico
πŸ“ Wyoming, USA
πŸ“ Icelandic Highlands
πŸ“ Beppu, Japan
πŸ“ Baja California, Mexico
πŸ“ Cordillera Huayhuash, Peru
πŸ“ Mt Aso, Japan
πŸ“ Idaho, USA
πŸ“ Kagoshima, Japan
πŸ“ BCS, Mexico
πŸ“ Itō, Japan
πŸ“ New Mexico, USA

what do you prefer, the wild natural springs or the built-up onsen of Japan?? 
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#hotspring #naturalhotspring #onsen #japan
a round-up of some of my favourite hot springs over the years πŸ”₯ 

locations:
πŸ“ Hidalgo, Mexico
πŸ“ Wyoming, USA
πŸ“ Icelandic Highlands
πŸ“ Beppu, Japan
πŸ“ Baja California, Mexico
πŸ“ Cordillera Huayhuash, Peru
πŸ“ Mt Aso, Japan
πŸ“ Idaho, USA
πŸ“ Kagoshima, Japan
πŸ“ BCS, Mexico
πŸ“ Itō, Japan
πŸ“ New Mexico, USA

what do you prefer, the wild natural springs or the built-up onsen of Japan?? 
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#hotspring #naturalhotspring #onsen #japan
a round-up of some of my favourite hot springs over the years πŸ”₯ 

locations:
πŸ“ Hidalgo, Mexico
πŸ“ Wyoming, USA
πŸ“ Icelandic Highlands
πŸ“ Beppu, Japan
πŸ“ Baja California, Mexico
πŸ“ Cordillera Huayhuash, Peru
πŸ“ Mt Aso, Japan
πŸ“ Idaho, USA
πŸ“ Kagoshima, Japan
πŸ“ BCS, Mexico
πŸ“ Itō, Japan
πŸ“ New Mexico, USA

what do you prefer, the wild natural springs or the built-up onsen of Japan?? 
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#hotspring #naturalhotspring #onsen #japan
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a round-up of some of my favourite hot springs over the years πŸ”₯ locations: πŸ“ Hidalgo, Mexico πŸ“ Wyoming, USA πŸ“ Icelandic Highlands πŸ“ Beppu, Japan πŸ“ Baja California, Mexico πŸ“ Cordillera Huayhuash, Peru πŸ“ Mt Aso, Japan πŸ“ Idaho, USA πŸ“ Kagoshima, Japan πŸ“ BCS, Mexico πŸ“ Itō, Japan πŸ“ New Mexico, USA what do you prefer, the wild natural springs or the built-up onsen of Japan?? . . . . . #hotspring #naturalhotspring #onsen #japan
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welcome to Qatar πŸ‡ΆπŸ‡¦βœ¨ One of the most surprising places we visited in the Middle East was Doha! Without the flashy excess of the UAE & Saudi, Doha offers a more authentic slice of the Arabian Gulf, where culture & tradition meet striking modern architecture, and the city feels welcoming, approachable & surprisingly easy to explore. HOW MANY DAYS? we spent 4 days in Doha, but you can see most of the city’s highlights in 2-3 days GETTING AROUND Uber is the best way to get across the city to visit some of the farther places of interest PLACE FEATURED IN THIS VIDEO πŸ“Souq Waqif: a buzzing market with spices, textiles & gold, perfect for getting lost + taking photos πŸ“Museum of Islamic Art: one of the world’s most stunning Islamic art collections, in an iconic I.M. Pei-designed building πŸ“Dhow Harbour: traditional wooden boats bobbing in the water with Doha’s skyline behind (great for photography or a boat ride!) πŸ“Mina District: neighbourhood with colourful pastel buildings & street art, best explored in golden light of late afternoon πŸ“Fish Market: a lively (& very local) slice of daily life in the Mina District, with the most beautiful stained-glass ceiling I’ve ever seen! πŸ“Qanat Quartier: a quirky β€œLittle Venice” with canals & bridges, plenty of great restaurants here πŸ“Katara Cultural Village: home to art galleries, amphitheatres & beachfront cafΓ©s . . . . #qatar #doha #qatarairways #arabiangulf #persiangulf #middleeast #visitQatar #DohaQatar
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Pivoting away from all the Japan photos for a moment to share a sleeper hit from last year’s travels that didn’t make it onto the feed (because I’m perpetually behind on posting…) β†’ Qatar!!

This small Middle Eastern country was never on my list, but while we were in the region for the 2nd half of last year, we decided to take advantage of the Qatar Airways stopover program (this isn’t sponsored, it’s just a really cool program πŸ˜…)

For no extra cost, we were able to build a 4-day stopover into our flights from Oman to Egypt, and we ended up having WAY more fun in Qatar than expected. You don’t need long to explore (you could cram most of the highlights into 2-3 days), but it’s guaranteed to impress!

I’ll share some of our favourite experiences from Doha tomorrow, but WOW, who knew!?
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#doha #qatar #qatarairways #stopover #middleeast
Pivoting away from all the Japan photos for a moment to share a sleeper hit from last year’s travels that didn’t make it onto the feed (because I’m perpetually behind on posting…) β†’ Qatar!!

This small Middle Eastern country was never on my list, but while we were in the region for the 2nd half of last year, we decided to take advantage of the Qatar Airways stopover program (this isn’t sponsored, it’s just a really cool program πŸ˜…)

For no extra cost, we were able to build a 4-day stopover into our flights from Oman to Egypt, and we ended up having WAY more fun in Qatar than expected. You don’t need long to explore (you could cram most of the highlights into 2-3 days), but it’s guaranteed to impress!

I’ll share some of our favourite experiences from Doha tomorrow, but WOW, who knew!?
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#doha #qatar #qatarairways #stopover #middleeast
Pivoting away from all the Japan photos for a moment to share a sleeper hit from last year’s travels that didn’t make it onto the feed (because I’m perpetually behind on posting…) β†’ Qatar!!

This small Middle Eastern country was never on my list, but while we were in the region for the 2nd half of last year, we decided to take advantage of the Qatar Airways stopover program (this isn’t sponsored, it’s just a really cool program πŸ˜…)

For no extra cost, we were able to build a 4-day stopover into our flights from Oman to Egypt, and we ended up having WAY more fun in Qatar than expected. You don’t need long to explore (you could cram most of the highlights into 2-3 days), but it’s guaranteed to impress!

I’ll share some of our favourite experiences from Doha tomorrow, but WOW, who knew!?
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#doha #qatar #qatarairways #stopover #middleeast
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Pivoting away from all the Japan photos for a moment to share a sleeper hit from last year’s travels that didn’t make it onto the feed (because I’m perpetually behind on posting…) β†’ Qatar!! This small Middle Eastern country was never on my list, but while we were in the region for the 2nd half of last year, we decided to take advantage of the Qatar Airways stopover program (this isn’t sponsored, it’s just a really cool program πŸ˜…) For no extra cost, we were able to build a 4-day stopover into our flights from Oman to Egypt, and we ended up having WAY more fun in Qatar than expected. You don’t need long to explore (you could cram most of the highlights into 2-3 days), but it’s guaranteed to impress! I’ll share some of our favourite experiences from Doha tomorrow, but WOW, who knew!? . . . . #doha #qatar #qatarairways #stopover #middleeast
1 week ago
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