When I think of a dream place for a vacation, one of the images that pop into mind is of a little cabin in the middle of nowhere with stunning views of nature for miles. So if I would enjoy […]
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Gullfoss is one of Iceland’s most spectacular and iconic waterfalls. The close proximity to Thingvellir National Park and Geysir makes it a perfect day tour to catch all three in one day, also known as the Golden Circle. But did […]
We were hiking close to Thingvellir and as the day progressed the clouds just seemed to get heavier and close in on us. In the distance over Lake Thingvallavatn the sky remained clear and blue. We were so fascinated by […]
This weekend Daði & Gagnamagnið won the Icelandic national song competition with their funky synth-pop hit Think About Things. They will compete on behalf of Iceland in Rotterdam on May 12th and on the 16th assuming they will make it […]
Öskudagur or Ash Wednesday is the first day of lent and follows Bolludagur (Bun day Monday) and Sprengidagur (Bursting Tuesday). Expect to see children dressed up in costumes and singing in shops in exchange for some candy. This is not […]
Forget about Pancakeday and Mardi Gras. In Iceland we have Burstingday (Sprengidagur)! After overdoing it yesterday with the Bun-day buns, we kind of don’t wanna see any creamy carbs today. Day two of gluttony On the menu is meat, peas […]
