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The same questions, answered side by side for December. We don't pick a winner — the trade-offs are the point.
The Ring Road
Iceland
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| In December | 0°C15 rainy days |
| Flying time | 8h 50mfrom Los Angeles |
| Ideal stay | 8–10 days |
| Best for | Road-trippers · Adventure seekers · Photographers |
| The feel of it | Elemental, empty, weather-driven |
| Where people stay | Reykjavíkor Vík and the south coast |
| Getting around | A car is close to essential |
| Money and language | ISKIcelandic |
| Accommodation | Very expensive |