I had a total ‘bucket list’ moment recently as I had the once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to explore so many of Iceland’s breathtaking landmarks. I couldn’t have asked for better companions to join me on my adventures than my Mont Blanc 1858 Iced Sea timepieces. The second I stepped foot on this beautiful picturesque land, I quickly understood how the mysteries of the ice could be so inspiring.
The Retreat at the Blue Lagoon
Famous for its steamy mineral-rich water and soft white silica mud, both of which have healing effects on the skin, I had the chance to enjoy the benefits of the Blue Lagoon. I could witness the dial of my Mont Blanc 1858 Ice Sea Green come to life, that green glacier dial that gives the impression of looking into the depths of glacial ice – a deep emerald green color thanks to iron oxides captured in the ice, as I gazed onto the perfectly lush surroundings of the resort.
The Raufarhólshellir Lava Tunnel
We visited the fourth-longest lava tube in Iceland, those frozen ice stalagmites are absolutely breathtaking! A journey into the Lava Tunnel was a unique opportunity to experience the inner workings of a volcanic eruption as one walks in the path of lava that flowed 5.200 years ago. When we got as far as we were going all the lights switched off for us to have a moment of perfect darkness and silence. Although I’m not such a fan of closed spaces, thankfully the Super-Luminova® feature on the hands, indexes, and the dots at 12 o’clock on the bezel, all glowing in a luminescent shade in blue low light.
The Seljalandsfoss and Gljúfrabúi Waterfalls
These incredible waterfalls hang over a massive cave that you can go inside to explore. The only access inside is by stepping on river rocks on the righthand side of the stream and using the stone facade inside to grip embedded in the stone wall which you can grab onto for balance. Although I was in rougher terrain at this point, I was confident that my Montblanc 1858 Iced Sea’s durability with its scratch resist dial and rubber strap option would get my though this adventure safe and sound.
Jokulsarlon Glacial Lagoon -Icelands most Iconic Natural Wonder
The display of icebergs, ‘museum of ice the icebergs’ as they call it, with its impossible turquoise glow, contrasted by photogenic streaks of black ash from various volcanic eruptions- the creaking, groaning, and crashing sounds at the glacier’s edge- are otherworldly and unforgettable.
Similar to Mont-Blanc mountain’s largest glaciers – the Mer de Glace, the grey glacier pattern dial on my Montblanc 1858 Iced Sea Grey artistically replicates those emblematic grey Icelandic glaciers reflecting the mineral deposits that have been captured in its structure for millennia.
The Ice-studded black ‘Diamond Beach’
We were escorted by ATVs to the Diamond Beach, also known as Breiðamerkursandur, a beach located on the south coast of Iceland. The beach is famous for its black sand and icebergs that wash up on the shore, resembling sparkling diamonds. I never seen anything quite like this before! The shimmer and shine upon the black sands reminded me of the process of creating the Montblanc 1858 Iced Sea glacier dials through a special technique called gratté-boisé as the base and gives each dial the impression of genuine depth and luminosity.
The ‘Feather River Canyon’
Last but definitely not least, we passed through Iceland’s most picturesque canyon – where Games of Thrones was filmed! The combination of blue waters, earthy rocks, shimmering ice and even sprouts of green summarized the entire experience into one outstanding location. I must say that I was throughly impressed with my Montblanc Iced Sea timepieces. Not only we’re they the perfect aesthetic fit for my Icelandic adventure, they were reliable, durable and stood the ‘test of time’ with each timepiece undergoing the highly commended Montblanc Laboratory Test; ensuring that each watch is shock, magnetic, temperature, and water-resistant (approx. 30 bar) and that its fasteners are reinforced for enhanced security.
Can’t wait for my next adventure! Where should I head off to next?
