Èric Domínguez
A while ago I was lucky enough to get a job in Iceland, and I must admit, I was completely unaware of what was ahead of me when I first set foot in the country. Working in the tourism industry allowed me to meet with travelers like myself every day, and I soon had the urge to travel all around the country on my own. Marveled by its wild beauty and its welcoming people, Iceland changed me in ways I cannot describe. I now strive to help people craft trips around Iceland, and I hope to share my passion for this otherworldly corner of the world with you.
What places and activities do you specialize in?
"I specialize in tailor-made trips all around Iceland, but I put special emphasis in the Snæfellsnes peninsula, the Westfjords and lake Mývatn, as I have not only visited but also lived in these places."
How did you get involved in travel?
"Travelling came to me when I least expected it. After going through some personal turmoil, I turned to travelling hoping it would help me move on. However, it did much more than that. Travelling widened my horizons and completely changed the way I live my life. Since then, I have travelled all around Europe, Morocco and Cuba, and lived in Ireland, Iceland, Mexico and France. And I can't help but notice that now, immediately after each trip I take, I'm already thinking about the next one."
Please share a unique travel experience you will never forget.
"I have seen the brightest auroras swallow the darkness and dance above me in Mývatn, sensed the mighty force of a glacial river carving its way through the highlands at Dettifoss, and felt the thundering voice of the Fagradalsfjall volcano making the ground below my feet tremble, and any of these could make a nearly unbeatable candidate for an unforgettable experience. But perhaps because it was my first time travelling, my fondest memory is much more humble.
The sound of a man playing an accordion on the Cliffs of Moher in Ireland, over the hushed crashing of the waves hundreds of meters below, while a gentle marine breeze carried the notes away... that is a memory that will never leave me."
Èric's favorite itineraries and travel advice
Top itineraries and travel advice
This weeklong itinerary will take you to the north, away from the crowded south coast. On this trip, you will enjoy the volcanic Snæfellsnes Peninsula and the scenic and remote...
This 5-day self-driving itinerary is a great way to get away from the crowds of the south and explore the more remote areas in the north of Iceland. Maximize your time exploring...
Two of Iceland's more remote and scenically stunning yet lesser-visited regions—Westfjords and North Iceland—are the focus of this scenic 12-day active self-drive adventure,...
Family itineraries
Road trip itineraries
Explore the best of the west and south with this 7-9 day itinerary. Hike through lava fields, along cliffs, and up volcanoes in Snaefellsnes. Walk behind waterfalls, on black...
10 days on the road in Iceland is enough time to discover its highlights and off-the-beaten-path wonders. Loop around the famous Route 1 (Ring Road) on a relaxed self-drive...
With seven days in Iceland, hit the road and explore the incredible wonders farther afield from Reykjavik. Explore a variety of landscapes: volcanoes and lava fields, green...
Favorite experiences
Húsavík Whale Watching
Near the town of Húsavík, you'll find the world-famous Skjálfandi Bay, known to be one of the best areas in the country to spot whales. Unlike in other regions where you must sail out to sea to find whales, the bay often has whales, porpoises, and seabirds just a few minutes from its harbor. This...
Glymur Waterfall Hike
In West Iceland, about a 1-hour drive northeast of Reykjavik, is Glymur Falls. Although this particular cascade used to be the highest in Iceland (at about 650 feet (198 m) tall), the recent retreating of the Vatnajokull glacier tongue created a slightly more towering waterfall, Morsarfoss!...
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We had an amazing experience in Iceland! The options for tours, accommodations, and random places to stop and see were great. We really appreciated the help and communication we received from Eric!