Adventure and comfort can go hand-in-hand after all.
As a resident of New York City, I’ll take just about every chance to indulge in nature that I can get. And Iceland, known as “the land of fire and ice,” is the perfect antidote to the urban blues.
So when I had the opportunity to tour Iceland in Mercedes’ new EQE, a fully electric vehicle that doesn't sacrifice the comfort or luxury that the brand is known for, I was extremely excited. While I was there I also shopped a variety of unique, environmentally-friendly Icelandic brands and dined on sustainably sourced Icelandic food—all of which proved that the finer things in life don’t need to come at an environmental price.
Plus, if you’re feeling famished after a day of exploring, The Edition has its own luxury restaurant,, which is the brainchild of Iceland’s first-ever Michelin-star Chef, Gunnar Karl Gíslason. Its menu melds traditional Icelandic cooking techniques and local fare together with a modern edge, using fresh, seasonal ingredients so you don’t need to worry about your meal’s carbon footprint. If you enjoy seafood, I highly recommend sampling the scallops or cod—both of which Iceland is known for.
Another of my favorite locations is the dramatic Reynisfjara Black Sand Beach, characterized by its charcoal-colored sand, basalt rock formations, and rough surf . Be sure to bundle up for this location, too: The area is prone to sudden rain, and the crashing of the waves against the rocks results in ocean spray that reaches several feet past the shore.
I visited all of these locations within two days, which meant spending several hours in a car. Admiring the scenery as we drove up and down hills, through meadows of Iceland's famous purple nootka flowers, and along the sparkling coastline was one of my favorite aspects of the trip.
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