Global Debauchery

See that sort of white splotch on the left at the base of this fjord? Yeah. That's a town. And we had a beer down there. 🍺 But we had to drive all the way down there to get it. 🚗 That's the thing about Iceland—you'll come across any number of spots where it just seems the earth extends forever and ever in any given direction. 🏔️ And maybe you'll see ONE other car. You might have to get off the Ring Road circus to find them, but there are truly no shortages of views just like this one. Simply BREATHTAKING. 🤩 And thats my segway into today’s #traveltip Tuesday. 🥳 Learn how to get a little more off-the-beaten-path and dive into the world of experiential travel by attending my FREE virtual chat with @thenomadicnetwork! I’ll tell you all about how to dodge the crowds and create once-in-a-lifetime experiences that are far more than just a standard vacation. 👉Register today in my bio link! #fjords #everydayiceland #igersiceland #inspiredbyiceland #wheniniceland #ig_iceland #offthebeatenpath #offthebeatentrack #virtual #getoutstayout #experiencesnotthings #optoutside #experiencesoverthings #globelletravels #femmetravel #femmetraveler #travelgirlsgo #womenwhotravel #traveltips #traveladvice #postcardplaces #postcardsoftheworld #visiticeland #icelandtravel #makememories #roadtrippin #roadtrippers #travelbloglife #travelbloggervibes

If you’ve got a case of the Mondays, then THIS is the post for you! That’s right—it’s a puffin photo dump!!! You’re welcome. 🤗 And a special shout-out to my girl @merrydewgrams, whose son is every bit as in love with puffins as I am. Can you believe she and I have been friends across continents since the FIFTH grade?!? (Maybe sixth…?) Thank you for being a beautiful human! 🙏😉❤️ Gimme a 🙋🏻‍♀️ if you’re also a puffin-lover. And tag an old friend to brighten up their Monday and let them know how amazing they are! 💕 #puffin #puffins #audubonsociety #audubon #birdsofinstagram #birdsphotography #birdsonearth #puffinrock #icelandtrip #iceland🇮🇸 #icelandnature #icelandtravel #icelandic #iamatraveler #iamatraveller #doyoutravel #traveldeeper #exploretheworld #worldpics #wonderfulplaces #thebestdestinations #postcardplaces #postcardsfromtheworld #mytinyatlas #prettylittletrips #travelandlife #travelworld #lovetotravel #travelgoals #travelgo

Happy Sunday, y'all! What's everyone up to today? Might I suggest a leisurely drive down some sunny coastline 🌞 or tree-lined parkway for the fall foliage? 🍂⁣ ⁣ We were super lucky to score such a beautiful day for this Ring Road drive on Iceland's southeast coast. 🤩 The last time we visited, this was within an hour or so of where we got snowed out on a pass and, welp... we didn't get to see very much of this spectacular view. 🤷‍♀️⁣ ⁣ I hope everyone is enjoying some well-deserved downtime and decompressing. What do you do to unwind and/or mentally prep for the week ahead? 💆‍♀️⁣ ⁣ #coastal #coastline #icelandtravel #icelandic #iceland⁣ #visiticeland #inspiredbyiceland #exploreiceland #igersiceland #ig_iceland #wheniniceland #roadtrip #roadtrippin #roadtrippers #ontheroadagain #culturetrip #wheretonext #exploreeverywhere #travelstoke #travelawesome #openmyworld #theglobewanderer #bestplacestogo #theoutbound #unlimitedparadise #getoutstayout #planetdiscovery #dametraveler #sheisnotlost #instapassport

You KNOW I love a good abandoned something or other! 🤗 Kudos to the Adventure Partner for digging this one up off @atlasobscura just for me. 🙏 This is Gardar BA64, a whaling ship that launched the same year the Titanic sunk. 🚢 Back in 1912, it was state-of-the-art and had both a steam engine AND sails. ⚓️ Eventually, it was deemed unsafe and just… run aground. (It’s technically in Skapadalur Valley, not Kleifaheidi, but IG wouldn’t let me tag that.) 🤷🏻‍♀️ It’s a little eerie just sitting there. There’s an inhabited house just across the road, too, and I wonder how creepy it is to live THERE. 😆 Do I have any other dark tourists in the house? 🙋🏻‍♀️ What’s your favorite eerie sight? #darktourism #offthebeatenpath #offthebeatentrack #atlasobscura #abandonedplaces #abandonedphotography #abandoned_junkies #imonaboat #iceland #icelandtravel #icelandic #iceland🇮🇸 #icelandtrip #weirdcore #travelbloggerlife #travelblogging #travelblogs #traveljunkie #travelholic #travellover #doyoutravel #iamatraveler #westfjords #travelersnotebook #travelgram #igtraveller #igtravels #instatravelgram #instatraveler #travelgirlsgo

Heimaey in Iceland's Westman Islands totally falls into the category of little weird islands that I absolutely adore. The geology is absolutely INSANE there and the views are simply breathtaking. 🤩⁣ ⁣ One of two volcanoes on the island, Eldfell, erupted in 1973 causing an evacuation of the entire island. And, while it destroyed hundreds of homes, the eruption would actually end up adding about three-quarters of a square mile to the land mass of the island. 🌋⁣ ⁣ Iceland prevented lava flow in certain areas of the island by dumping sea water onto it, 🌊 and used the heat from the lava to generate electricity for the island. They also used volcanic debris known as "tephra" to build out their airport runway. 🛫⁣ ⁣ See? Volcanic eruptions don't have to be ALL bad. Who else here is a geology nerd? Where you guys at? 🤓⁣ ⁣ #geology #geologist #icelandtravel #icelandic #icelandtrip #exploreiceland #ig_iceland #volcano #islandvibes #discovericeland #islandlife #igersiceland #doyoutravel #welltraveled #letsgosomewhere #keepexploring #mytinyatlas #inspiredbyiceland #stayandwander #optoutside #cntraveler #roamtheplanet #bbctravel #guardiantravelsnaps #unlimitedparadise #greettheoutdoors #wheniniceland #iceland #dametraveler #exploringtheglobe

Everyone knows about the Golden Circle in Iceland, but does anyone know about the DIAMOND Circle? 💎 ⁣ ⁣ That's right. The Diamond Circle sits between Akureyri and Egilstaddir up north and has even MORE jaw-dropping Icelandic sights! See our perky, peaceful little church in the middle of lush, green countryside as we're cruising between stops. 😍 ⁣ ⁣ Who's been to the Diamond Circle? Who's heard of it? 🙋‍♀️⁣ ⁣ #icelandsecret #inspiredbyiceland #exploreiceland #icelandtrip #icelandic #ig_iceland #igersiceland #everydayiceland #travelvibes #icelandtravel #discovericeland #traveljunkie #travelporn #traveldiary #traveldiaries #travelbug #seetheworld #worldtraveler #travelphotos #globetrotter #travelawesome #doyoutravel #livetotravel #welivetoexplore #globelletravels #girlsvsglobe #darlingescapes #guardiantravelsnaps #girlslovetravel #travelogue

Ditch those single-use plastics and have Icelandic-quality water anywhere in the world.💧 @thegrayl filtration system was ranked the top water bottle for backpackers by @cnet just last month, and I’m absolutely in love with mine! 💙 It’s heavy duty enough to battle 99.9% of viruses, bacteria, and protozoa in the backcountry,🦠 so I’m EXTRA reassured when using it for hotel tap water and public street spigots during my travels, too.💪 👉 Get top-notch filtered water in just three simple steps: 1️⃣ Fill with dirty water. 2️⃣ Muscle up* and press the filter. 3️⃣ Drink! Visit Grayl today for their latest awesome products, and start enjoying fresher, cleaner water in a more sustainable way today! 🌎 Get 10% off on their website, and enter their fall giveaway (worth $2,000!) on their Instagram until October 15th. *Easiest to stand and press. 😉 #sponsored #backpackinglife #backpackerlife #hikingculture #waterpurifier #optoutside #optoutdoors #getoutstayout #alpinebabes #outdoorsy #wildernessbabes #hikingtheglobe #backpackers #travelawesome #travelstoke #traveldeeper #travelbloggers #travelbloggerlife #travelblogging #savetheearth #waterbottle #backcountry #travelersnotebook #icelandic #empoweradventure #sustainablelifestyle #reducereuserecycle #reducewaste #doyoutravel #iamatraveler

I’ve seen some interesting questions on the InterWebs lately regarding Iceland weather, ❄️🌞 and it just so HAPPENS to be #traveltip Tuesday. So, I thought I’d offer up a mini packing list for Iceland. (You’re gonna wanna save this one!) 📎 You should know that the weather in Iceland is pretty mercurial and prone to erratic changes.🌡 Freezing temps in July isn’t unusual, nor is going from blazing hot to pouring rain in a matter if a few hours. 🥵🥶 Just know—layers are your friend in the land of fire and ice. 🔹 Your basic t-shirts & skivvies 🔹 Base layers (even in summer) 🔹 A swimsuit (even in winter) 🔹 A thermal zip of some kind 🔹 A raincoat, gloves & beanie 🔹 Wool socks 🔹 Tevas & trail runners 🔹 I like those stretchy outdoor pants; sometimes they zip at the knees, sometimes they’re lined. 🔹 Your “big coat” (in the off-season) 🔹 Yak Trax (if you plan on solo glacier hiking and aren’t a pro trekker with full-on crampons) Besides your basic toiletries, what am I missing? Who’s got Iceland on their bucket list? 🙋🏻‍♀️ #discovericeland #exploreiceland #guidetoiceland #iceland_photography #icelandadventure #icelandexplored #icelandic #icelandphotography #icelandroadtrip #icelandscape #icelandtravel #icelandtrip #iceland🇮🇸 #igersiceland #inspiredbyiceland #visiticeland ⁣#travelblog #travelbloggerlife #travelbloggers #travelblogging #travelingram #traveltheworld #doyoutravel #iamatraveler #westfjords #travelcouple #stayandwander #bloggervibes #offthebeatenpath

Happy Monday, friends! 👋 If you were like—Wow, I wonder if that water is super Photoshopped, it’s really not. It’s legit that color, and it’s simply incredible! 💙 All the more reason to visit Iceland, amiright? ALSO, if you’re in the DC area Wednesday, stop by the @sheswanderful (re)launch party! 80 attendees going strong, and YOU should be 81! 🤩 If you’re not in my neck of the woods, connect with your local chapter. Both buttons are in my bio! #traveldeeper #offthebeatenpath #offthebeatentrack #experiences #experiencesoverthings #travelblogger #travelbloggers #traveladventures #traveladvisor #traveladventures #traveladvice #travelworld #icelandtravel #icelandtrip #icelandic #visiticeland #travellover #traveljunkie #travelawesome #travelstoke #tlpicks #cntraveler #forbestravelguide #fodorsonthego #lonelyplanet #afar #openmyworld #followmefaraway #departedoutdoors #adventureculture #optoutside

I only have one question for you today: Would you live here? 🙋🏻‍♀️ or 🙅🏻‍♀️? May your Saturday grant you all the peace and solitude your soul requires to recharge! 💆🏻‍♀️ These are the Westman Islands off the south coast of Iceland. ⛰ And, while most of them are uninhabited, I guess the Icelandic version of the Park Service keeps a place on each island for “maintenance” purposes. 🤷🏻‍♀️ (…Not sure I’m buying that, but sounds like an amazing perk of the job to me! 😆) 👉 ALSO, check out my newly designed bio link! Super cute, right? Am I missing anything? #discovericeland #exploreiceland #guidetoiceland #iceland_photography #icelandadventure #icelandexplored #icelandic #icelandphotography #icelandroadtrip #icelandscape #icelandtravel #icelandtrip #iceland🇮🇸 #igersiceland #inspiredbyiceland #visiticeland ⁣#travelblog #travelbloggerlife #travelbloggers #travelblogging #travelingram #traveltheworld #doyoutravel #iamatraveler #travelcouple #stayandwander #bloggervibes #offthebeatenpath #roomwithaview #islandvibes

HAPPY FRIDAY, Y’ALL! Keep scrolling to see a happy animal. 🦭 Let’s get our weekends started off RIGHT!!! 🤗 Who recognizes THIS bad boy? …007? Jokulsarlon? It’s a fairly well-known glacial lagoon in Iceland. Cool spot. 🥶 We came back to it on our second trip and realized the first time we weren’t at the “right spot.” There’s a massive, completely overpopulated parking lot for it, apparently. 🤷🏻‍♀️ Our first trip, we just pulled over and crawled over a little hillside and had a whole section of it to ourselves. Much better than our second experience, but a cool place nonetheless. 💙 ALSO—not too far away, and just across the Ring Road, at Diamond Beach 💎—this little guy living his best life! The truth is that there were whales not too far off the coast. 🐳 Probably looking for brekkie. So we enjoyed watching this dude and a buddy of his dancing in the waves SUPER CLOSE. They’re curious little guys. Felt kinda special. ☺️ So, I’m getting ready to start pumping out legit Iceland material on the blog. What do you want to know more about? How can I help you? 🤓 #inspiredbyiceland #icelandtravel #visiticeland #icelandtrip #experiencesoverthings #ig_iceland #athomeintheworld #openmyworld #globelletravels #femmetravel #travelgirlsgo #sheisnotlost #adventureawaits #adventureculture #wheniniceland #travelbloggers #optoutdoors #getoutstayout #travelgirls #dametraveler #jokulsarlon #wanderfolk #optoutside #exploremore #natgeoyourshot #seals #seal #travelblogger #travelblogging #worldcaptures

Just remember—when you feel like you’re the only two people in the world—there’s probably a creeper lurking around in the depths of some shady corner, photographing you for her Gram. 👀🙋🏻‍♀️😆 Anyway… there’s actually a whole story behind this rock formation (which is only accessible at low tide).🌊 Starting background info: Iceland converted to Christianity in 1000 AD. The folklore goes that this was a troll,👹 determined to rip the bells off the local convent. ⛪️ Because everybody knows that trolls are scared of Christianity, right? (Of course!)🤷🏻‍♀️ He was so enraged, he didn’t realize the sun was rising and was instantly petrified in the rays. 🌅🗿 Now, there. Isn’t that rock formation so much more fun now that you know that story? I think so… Happy #wanderlustwednesday 😉 Are you a mythology and/or folklore fan? 📚 I took a class for my undergrad lit minor and it was so fun! #visiticeland #guidetoiceland #icelandtrip #icelandadventure #icelandtravel #prettylittletrips #mytinyatlas #postcardplaces #postcardsfromtheworld #passportready #worldcaptures #wonderfulplaces #thebestdestinations #lifewelltravelled #travelgoals #travelandlife #lovetotravel #travelgirl #wanderlusting #stayandwander #welivetoexplore #worldexplorer #adventureseeker #adventureisoutthere #adventuretime #adventurevibes #travelcouple #letsgosomewhere #wanderfolk

Hey, friends! 👋 Are you new around here? Or maybe you’ve been a part of Global Debauchery Nation for a while, but still wonder… Who IS this person? 🤷🏻‍♀️ Well, here’s a few fast facts. ✴️ I’m Jordan, a travel blogger who LIVES to help people #traveldeeper. ❤️ ✴️ I’m a career military brat, and spent my entire life shipping back and forth between continents. 🌎 ✴️ I’m a hopeless animal lover who has THREE rescue furbies at home. 🐱 ✴️ I’m a former creative director, who spent 20 years designing marketing, advertising and websites. 👩🏻‍💻 ✴️ I believe in doing one thing every trip that SCARES you. (Builds character.) 😱 So, I know there are a lot of new folks in here. Tell me a little about YOU! 💁🏻‍♀️ #iamatraveler #iamatraveller #lifewelltraveled #travelmore #travelholic #travellover #traveljunkie #traveladdict #travelandlife #doyoutravel #lovetotravel #travelgirl #travelbloggerlife #travelblogger #travelbloggers #travelblogging #travelbloggervibes #travelblogs #thattravelblog #bloglife #bloggerlife #igtraveller #travelersnotebook #searchwandercollect #createexplore #travelgirlsgo #femmetravel #globelletravels #wanderluster

Happy Labor Day, y’all! 🤩 Since most of us Americans are NOT working today, might I suggest snuggling up in our newfound fall weather (in DC, anyway) with a good travel book. 📖 Today is “Read A Book Day,” and I want to know what sort of travel reads everyone else is perusing these days. 📚 I’m thinking of hosting a Wanderful virtual book club in January as our monthly DC chapter event and I need some fresh ideas!💡Because everyone is hungover from in-person holiday gatherings, right? (And, yes, I need to give ppl ample time, so I’m planning January NOW!) 🔸 Books we’ve already read, and in case you’re looking for something yourself: 📘 𝘛𝘩𝘦 𝘛𝘦𝘭𝘭𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘙𝘰𝘰𝘮 by Michael Paterniti⁣ 📗 𝘈 𝘎𝘦𝘯𝘵𝘭𝘦𝘮𝘢𝘯 𝘐𝘯 𝘔𝘰𝘴𝘤𝘰𝘸 by Amor Towles⁣ 📕 𝘛𝘩𝘦 𝘐𝘵𝘢𝘭𝘪𝘢𝘯 𝘗𝘢𝘳𝘵𝘺 by Christina Lynch⁣ 📙 𝘛𝘩𝘦 𝘊𝘢𝘳𝘯𝘪𝘷𝘢𝘭 𝘈𝘵 𝘉𝘳𝘢𝘺 by Jessie Ann Foley⁣ 📘 𝘛𝘩𝘦 𝘓𝘰𝘴𝘵 𝘊𝘪𝘵𝘺 𝘰𝘧 𝘡 by David Grann⁣ 👉 Whatcha got? Load me up! Where are all my bibliophiles at? 📸: There’s always this American fantasy of sitting under a tree somewhere and reading a good book,🌳 but there aren’t that many trees in Iceland, so… I’d sit by this waterfall and read a good book.💦 #icelandtravel #icelandtrip #iceland🇮🇸 #icelandic #chasingwaterfalls #waterfalls #rainbows #travelislife #rainbowcolors #naturephotos #naturephotograpy #natureshooters #travelpicsdaily #openmyworld #travelinspiration #femmetravel #travelgirlsgo #iamatraveler #optoutside #outdoorsy #hikersofinstagram #getoutstayout #adventureculture #wanderfolk #adventureseeker #stayandwander #liveadventurously #adventureawaits #travelworld #adventurethatislife

Wowza. Iceland sure does deliver on dramatic landscapes, amiright? 🤩 And talk about an incredible Icelandic summer day. 🌞 Meanwhile, back at basecamp, the past couple mornings have felt distinctly autumnal this Labor Day weekend. 🍁 You know—that crisp cool first thing in the morning. And, even though it’s almost 8 am, the locusts are still singing their song. 🦗 I’m a summer lover, personally. 😎And I’m a little sad it felt like the summer just flew by. But I know fall lovers are all kinds of excited for their PSLs. 🍂☕️ Tell me some of your fav fall activities, so I can shift my gears! 🙏 #icelandtravel #icelandtrip #icelandroadtrip #iceland #iceland🇮🇸 #icelandic #icelandnature #traveltips #traveladvisor #traveladdicts #traveladvice #traveleurope #travelexperience #travelexpert #travelbloggers #travelblogging #travelbloggerlife #travelgirl #travelgirls #travelgirlsgo #femmetravel #globelletravels #bloggersofinstagram #searchwandercollect #travelersnotebook #travelgoals #travelbug #traveladdict #traveltheworld