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January 21, 2020
Bun day, Explosion day and Ash Wednesday are for most children and many grown-ups three of the most fun days after Christmas and before Easter. Celebrations during the days just before and at the beginning of Lent is known all over the world, the most famous one probably being the Mardi Gras celebration in New Orleans. But this is how we in Iceland celebrate these three days – which have mostly lost its connection to Christianity.
Food and Drink
Informative
Traditions and Culture
January 9, 2020
A quick guide to the spectacular phenomenon that is the northern lights.
Adventure
Nature
Winter
January 7, 2020
You might not be dying to learn all about some international standard called ISO 14001, but you should be because it’s a very important environmental standard that concerns us all.
December 11, 2019
You’ve probably seen some otherworldly-looking pictures of The Diamond Beach or Black Diamond Beach in Iceland. We’ll let you in on a little secret. It’s not called that in Icelandic.
Where to begin? There’s the Christmas Cat, a lot of great food, a little bit of truly bad food, way too many fireworks, bonfires, a “book flood,” and an endless amount of Santa Clauses (we call them Yule Lads).
December 4, 2019
Did you know that Iceland has some of the purest tap water in the world?
December 3, 2019
One of the most popular places in Iceland to visit, both for Icelanders and foreigners, is Þingvellir National Park. It takes only about 40 minutes to drive from Reykjavík to the park, which is one of the stops of the popular Golden Circle.
Waterfalls, villages and natural wonders - here is a short list of beautiful places to see in Iceland.
Lists and Favourites
November 28, 2019
Recommended glacier-related activities for you to consider – happy icing!
November 22, 2019
If you want to do something different in between sightseeing during your stay in Iceland, there are quite a few festivals and events to choose from but this is our shortlist.
November 21, 2019
Reykjavik is one of the most charismatic and charming capitals in the world. It is also the northernmost capital in the world so it should come as no surprise if you get less than perfect weather on one of your days in the city. Don’t fret, we’ve got your back. Here’s a simple guide with some quick tips on how to enjoy Reykjavik indoors.
November 13, 2019
A few handy tips and tricks to make it easier for you to capture those unforgettable northern lights in Iceland on your camera or smartphone.
November 8, 2019
Sunny days, geothermal baths, hiking, whale watching tours, gale-force winds and ice storms on a black beach. One of the more complex aspects of travelling (and living) in Iceland is what to wear and when. Whatever the occasion, we’ll help you dress the part with this quick guide on what to wear in Iceland.
November 6, 2019
Icelanders are generally quite liberal so truly offending someone based on a cultural misunderstanding isn’t very likely. We know our hot water smells like farts and we don’t really expect anyone to enjoy our rotten shark. However, there are a few things worth mentioning that could make your average Icelander uncomfortable, even insulted.
Iceland is often described as magical, extreme and otherworldly. It makes sense then that our guests feel unsure about what to bring, how to prepare and what to expect. So, here are a few of our favourite frequently asked questions about Iceland.
October 24, 2019
The milky blue lagoon in the Reykjanes peninsula is quite striking in contrast to the black lava field and the fragile green moss that surrounds it. The geothermal water is between 37° and 40° C (98-104°F) but can sometimes fluctuate beyond that range.
October 21, 2019
Iceland is a very rugged land with vast uninhabitable areas, dotted with high mountains and glaciers. It makes an ideal landscape for waterfalls that are in abundance in the country.
October 16, 2019
Things to do in Reykjavik
Reykjavik
April 4, 2018
All countries have their set of weird customs and laws and Iceland is no exception to that rule.
January 22, 2018
The majority of households in Iceland use geothermal water.
