Thor: A Display Of Norse Mythology
As you stroll down Reykjavík’s main street Laugavegur, it’s almost impossible to ignore the gigantic statue of hammer-wielding God Þór crushing an even bigger stone giant. I
Fontana And The Hot Springs Of Laugarvatn
There is something deeply satisfying in soaking into a hot tub as the sun starts going down, and even more so if a marvelous landscape stretches quietly before you eyes. […]
At The Law Court: The Magnitude Of Þingvellir’s History
“You see that rift on the other side, right there at the base of the mountain?” Project Manager of Þingvellir National Park Torfi Stefán Jónsson is pointing at the chain [&h
He Studied The Blade: A Visit To Iceland’s Premiere Knifemaker
Páll Kristjánsson’s knifemaker’s shop, tucked away on a picturesque side street in Mosfellsbær, appears fairly non-descript from the outside. However, taking a step
The Valley Of The Geysers
Although the weather can still be quite cold here in Iceland, that mild inconvenience doesn’t discourage people from visiting. For them, being able to witness the otherworldly la
Right At The Fault Line: Wonders Of Nature At Thingvellir National Park
The sun shines bright on Silfra as it pokes its head through the clouds, speckles of silver light dancing on the surface of the water like forgotten jewels. Far to […]
A Land Of Ice And Sun
Although the scent of summer is already in the air here in Iceland, winter still clings on to us like a hungry koala. Forget sun dresses and shorts: even if […]
Of Black Beaches And Treacherous Snow: Down South We Go
It‘s been snowing for days when the BusTravel Iceland shuttle picks us up in downtown Reykjavík for a day-long excursion along the South coast of Iceland. Piles of white and [&h
Haust Restaurant: Fine Dining For The Whole Family
It’s not easy for someone like me to go out to eat and thoroughly enjoy myself. I’m not a fussy eater and I love trying out new things, but living […]
A Week Of Gluggaveður
Have you ever heard of ‘gluggaveður’? Literally translated as ‘window-weather,’ gluggaveður manifests itself in beautiful clear skies and lovely sunny days that trick you
A Snowy Week Ahead
For those who like the snow, few things feel as magical as waking up in the middle of the night for a glass of water and getting mesmerized by whirling […]
Cold But Beautiful Weather This Weekend
It may get down to -10°C or lower, but clear skies and low winds spell a gorgeous weekend ahead. According to the latest forecast from the Icelandic Met Office, temperatures [&hel
On The Flipside: The Dark And Bright Side Of Iceland
A couple of years after the economic crash in 2008, it wasn’t unusual for people to find in their news feed at least one article regarding “the bankers jailed by […]
Awful Weather And Possible Avalanches In North Iceland
If you’re in or traveling to North Iceland today, be on your guard. The latest forecast shows low temperatures and dangerously high winds for the entirety of North Iceland to
Yule Lad Suffers Existential Crisis On Skólavörðurstígur
It was a sad day for Yule Lads, as the last of Grýla and Leppalúði’s came face-to-face with a harsh reality of our modern times: kids just aren’t as excited […]
Ketkrókur Talks Crossfit, Steals Meat In Laugardalur
Residents of Reykjavík’s Laugardalur neighbourhood were left rolling their eyes after one grating encounter after another with an obnoxious man who would not stop talking about
Brian Pilkington: The Modern Father Of The Icelandic Yule Lads
Iceland has many weird and quirky Christmas creatures, traditions and folk lore. The best known of which are the Yule Lads that every year descend down from the mountains into [&he
Gáttaþefur Eschews Personal Boundaries, Sniffs His Way Down Laugavegur
Thrifty Reykjavíkings toting sack lunches to work this morning found themselves awkwardly confronted by an olfactorily endowed man sniffing his way down Laugavegur. “I saw him s
Gluggagægir Caught Peeping In Windows In The City Centre
The city is safe today after police apprehended a peeping tom spotted peering through windows throughout 101 Reykjavík. “I work shifts and was leaving the house around 4 a.m. wh
Only In Iceland – Winter Snorkelling At Silfra
“Greig, do you want to go snorkelling?” I was asked by a colleague, recently. “It’s mid-December!” I retorted. “You must be joking!” As it turns out, it most definite
Nation In Mourning As Bjúgnakrækir Absconds With Hot Dog Stand
Flags throughout the country are flying at half-mast today, following reports that the iconic Bæjarins Bestu hot dog stand in central Reykjavík was stolen in the night. “We put