ICELAND
“Hot air balloon flying with spectacular Northern lights - Northern lights (Aurora borealis) in the sky over Tromso, Norway” By muratart; Adobe stock
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There are several popular spots in Iceland to catch the Northern Lights, but two stand out. Located only a few kilometres from downtown, Grótta is a Nordic nature reserve perfect for both star-gazing and sea lovers. It's also Iceland's favourite place to watch the Aurora Borealis. After a long day of watching the cosmic scene, you can head back to Reykjavik and check out the city's nightlife at night. However, most aurora-spotters in Iceland stay in Reykjavik and watch the natural phenomenon from the comfort of their rented cars. So although the city can provide a glimpse of the aurora, you can still catch a better view if you leave the bright lights behind.
