
Emanuela Grieco
I am an Italian Travel Designer mostly based in Iceland.
Traveling has been my passion since I was young, being always fascinated by other cultures and people.
In 2005, after living and studying in Norway and Denmark, I got my degree in Scandinavian languages and cultures at the university in Rome and began to travel the world. I never stopped since then.
So far, I have been traveling for 20 years across more than 100 countries and lived in 12 different ones. And counting....
In 2016, after an unforgettable summer spent in Kulusuk, East Greenland, I went back to Italy to get a new degree as a Travel Designer in order to make my love for traveling becoming my job. So now here I am, on this amazing new adventure called Arctic Travel Designer, where I can finally help people making their Arctic dream becoming true.
In 2021 I published my first book: "The tiny book of traveling with an open heart.
A travel checklist, a mindful travel guide and a travel diary, all at one!".
What places and activities do you specialize in?
"I specialise in customised experiential holidays across Iceland and Greenland. Having lived in both countries allows me to have a deeper insight about places and activities not to miss when visiting these stunning countries."
How did you get involved in travel?
"I am a globetrotter at heart, who loves slower paced travels, experiencing and taking my time to get absorbed by new cultures and people.
I mostly travel alone. My first solo trip was in 2003 when I discovered the beauty of exploring and discovering the world and simply never managed to stop since then. Traveling for me is not only a life style but it is my life in general. I simply can´t stay still in one place...and who would, when there is the entire world to be discovered out there?"
Please share a unique travel experience you will never forget.
"My most beautiful travel experience has been being part of "Viking Across Africa", the first overland expedition ever to go from Iceland to South Africa.
Back in 2013, together with other 16 adventurers, I traveled for seven months across 23 countries, for 22000 miles, on an old war truck, experiencing some of the most remote places and people in the world. The experience of a lifetime!"
Emanuela's favorite itineraries and travel advice
Top itineraries and travel advice

Two of Iceland's more remote and scenically stunning yet lesser-visited regions—Westfjords and North Iceland—are the focus of this scenic 12-day active self-drive adventure,...

The rugged beauty of Iceland was made for road-tripping, which is precisely what you'll do on this 15-day self-drive excursion. You'll be traveling through the west, which is...

Have only five days to explore Iceland? While it might be tempting to stay in Reykjavík and do day trips from there, we recommend heading out into the countryside using one of...
Family itineraries

Drive Iceland's south coast for a memorable family adventure in just under a week. After getting to know Reykjavik, you'll check off blockbuster natural sites in the Golden...

One week in Iceland is enough time for a family-friendly, adventure-filled road trip that includes popular highlights and natural wonders along the South Coast and Golden...

This self-drive tour takes you along Iceland's south and west coasts for those in search of unique family adventure. After a day exploring the capital city, Reykjavik, you'll...
Road trip itineraries

The rugged beauty of Iceland was made for road-tripping, which is precisely what you'll do on this 15-day self-drive excursion. You'll be traveling through the west, which is...

This itinerary packs a lot into 8 days, but if you have limited time and have your heart set on driving the entire Ring Road, then this guide will be your best friend for the...

With seven days in Iceland, hit the road and explore the incredible wonders farther afield from Reykjavik. Explore a variety of landscapes: volcanoes and lava fields, green...
Recent trip reviews for Emanuela
Second Trip
Iceland
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Jun 2 - Jun 11, 2025

Trip of a lifetime and a very organized planner!
Iceland
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May 31 - Jun 9, 2025


Dear Dawn and Gabriella,
Thank you so much for your wonderful and extensive review and for sharing all these amazing pictures. It was super nice and fun to stay in touch while you were traveling and check on you each day at the end of the day, to make sure you were both safe and happy.
I am glad to hear that you fell in love with my iceland and I am waiting for your next trip soon! There is still so much more to see!
Tons of hugs to both of you,
Emanuela
This was my first time using kimkim and I was...
Iceland
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May 23 - Jun 1, 2025

This was my first time using kimkim and I was very pleased from the start how easy it was! Emanuela was amazing from start to finish customizing our trip to Iceland. She was in touch with us during the trip and we felt very much taken care of. Having accommodations, excursion vouchers, car rental, restaurant recommendations, side trips, optional stop etc. made the trip easy to navigate. I love that Emanuela is living in Iceland and knew so many of the little details like the old ice cream. Thank you and I'm already looking to have kimkim plan our trip next year.
Trip of a lifetime and couldn't have dreamed of a more perfect honeymoon
Iceland
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May 5 - May 12, 2025


Hi Henry and Morgan,
Thank you so much for your lovely words and review! It means the world to me!
I am very happy to hear you fell in love with my tiny Iceland and that you would like to come back again. Please feel free to get in touch again when that happens, and I'll be happy to assist you again.
A big hug to both of you,
Emanuela
Trip of a life time..
Iceland
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Nov 28 - Dec 4, 2024

We had the trip of a lifetime. Emanuela with Kim Kim took very good care of us. We had weather issues that required us to change hotels twice in one day. We were extremely grateful to her for working so hard to make sure we had the best accommodations. She even had a bottle of champagne waiting for us in our room. We were in very good hands with our guide Svavar. He was very knowledgeable and went above and beyond for us. I would highly recommend booking with Kim Kim and ask for Emanuela!!!

My dear Kelly,
what a joy to read your review! Thank you so much!
It was lovely to connect with you and follow on your adventure ( and what an adventure!) when you were in Iceland. Glad that it all went well and you had an amazing time.
I hope to have you back again one day! Maybe in Summer next time ;)
All the best,
emanuela
Perfect Iceland trip. Thanks Emanuela!
Iceland
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Nov 5 - Nov 9, 2024

Hello dear Marlowe,
It was so great to read your heartwarming review and to know you had a memorable time in Iceland!
I'll pass your compliments to the driver, too.
And I hope to have you back here again, one day!
All the best,
Emanuela
Kim Kim is the way to go!
Iceland
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Oct 4 - Oct 11, 2024


Hi Ashlie,
Emanuela here. I am very happy to hear you had a memorable time on your Iceland trip. You were blessed with Northern lights from the first night
it was a pleasure for me to stay in touch with you guys while you were traveling and make sure you were happy with everything and I thank you so much for sharing these stunning photos while you were traveling.
Thank you again and I hope to have you back here one day,
Emanuela
Emanuela was excellent and had great personal...
Iceland
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Sep 17 - Oct 1, 2024

My dear Jen,
it was a pleasure to stay connected with you while you were here in iceland. I loved all the pictures you shared wih me daily and you enthusiasm while you were enjoying a lifetime memorable adventure with your family.
Thank you for the trust and for your lovely words :)
Big hug to the three of you,
Emanuela
Emanuella planned a 5 star trip
Iceland
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Sep 25 - Oct 3, 2024


My dear Nikki,
thank you for yuor lovely words. It was truly a pleasure to connect with you from the beginning and help you with the planning of such a perfect trip! We made it! :)
Dear Kim Kim. Thank you for Emanuela. I have...
Iceland
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Sep 19 - Oct 1, 2025


Dear Charles,
so great to hear about your enthusiasm and love for Iceland after your trip!
I am sure I will hear from you again and until then I wish you the best and good luck with your dream to move to Iceland one day!
Thank you so much ,
Emanuela