After riding horses through the breathtaking Faroese countryside, we returned to the hotel to warm up. Although it was sunny, the wind had a chill that only excitement managed to chase away. Often, it’s not until you dismount that you realize just how cold you are.
Warming up was also a perfect excuse to have lunch.
After enjoying our meal and with no plans in sight, we decided to hit the road. It was our last full day and night on the Faroe Islands, after all.
When you leave Torshavn, you have plenty of options for where to explore. We chose a different route past the village of Kaldbaksbotnur, where I was sure I’d seen a road leading up into the mountains—and I was right! The view from there was definitely worth the drive, especially on a sunny day like this.
After enjoying the scenery, we spent the rest of the afternoon driving around the islands. We stopped wherever something caught our attention and occasionally took short walks to explore further.
It was amazing! I’ve realized I really enjoy not having a strict plan. In the past, planning everything in detail consumed us, but now it feels great to do whatever feels right, whether that’s hiking through the mountains or just chilling at a local bar.
This flexibility is part of why I love revisiting places. There’s less pressure to “see everything,” giving me more time to relax and truly appreciate a place. The Faroe Islands are perfect for this approach, with stunning sights around every corner.
After a day of wandering, we returned to Torshavn, just in time for dinner at the fantastic Etika restaurant. A sushi restaurant on a European island might seem odd, but sushi is all about fresh seafood, and you won’t find any fresher than on these islands.
The menu at Etika is incredible, and the fresh island air really works up an appetite. We ordered a variety of dishes. With small plates like tapas, I often worry about ordering too much or too little—I tend to forget that starting with a little is a good strategy. Luckily, this time I ordered just the right amount, except for the tempura, which had a batter I didn’t love but which Lloyd enjoyed.
The dumplings are a must-try—they are delicious! Also, don’t miss out on the salmon; it’s fantastic, probably the best you’ll find, thanks to the location of the islands.
After dinner, we took a walk around Torshavn to work off the meal, which led to another spontaneous drive around the island to soak in more sights before we had to leave.
The next morning, we had to rise early for our flight. Even though I should have felt satisfied with the trip, it only made me want to return. I want to see the islands in different seasons, witness the puffins, the green summer grass, and the Northern Lights. The Faroe Islands are simply amazing, and I can’t recommend a visit enough!