Forget golden beaches — Iceland said, “let’s be extra.” Reynisfjara Beach near Vik is made entirely of black volcanic sand, and it’s jaw-dropping. Picture massive basalt columns, roaring Atlantic waves, and sand so dark it looks like another planet.
It’s not your typical “lay-out-and-tan” vibe (the waves are wild, don’t even try swimming), but it’s moody, dramatic, and totally unforgettable. Travelers describe it as standing inside a Game of Thrones scene — minus the dragons, sadly.