A birthday gift. A weekend getaway. A first-ever trip abroad. Turns out it was all three! The otherworldly “Land of Fire and Ice” inspired my soul to pursue traveling the world. My long-awaited return to Iceland would be equally special, sharing my favorite country with the special lady who stole my heart. Geothermal hot springs, roaring waterfalls, black-sand beaches, dramatic landscapes, and adorable puffins made this short holiday one for the ages.