Iceland's specialty lies in its contrasts. The capital, Reykjavík, offers an urban lifestyle with an incredible cultural scene. In the barren lava landscapes of the island, one can find total solitude in rugged nature. Fire and ice have not only shaped the island's unmistakable face but have also given rise to a unique type of people. Whether it's a volcanic eruption, a financial crisis, or long winter nights - the Icelanders love their country, and you will too, whether you're following the trail of the Lake Lagarfljót monster, dancing through Reykjavík's long party nights, or stumbling upon a solar-powered cola vending machine in the middle of nowhere in the East Fjords.