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January 27, 2023

Ester – Your Friend in Reykjavik!

Get to know Your Friend in Reykjavik! When you join us for a walking tour, you will meet your special friend in Reykjavik, but getting to know them...

January 25, 2023

The Icelandic Language – What Makes it Special?

The Icelandic language is a fascinating and unique language spoken by around 330,000 people, primarily in Iceland. With roots in Old Norse, Icelandic has managed to maintain its...

January 20, 2023

Gluten-Free Options in Reykjavik

Despite Iceland’s small population, we offer a wide variety of foods, and most people will find something to suit their diet. There are quite a few gluten-free options...

January 19, 2023

Iceland in World War II – How it Began

On May 10, 1940, the quiet island of Iceland was abruptly thrust into the global conflict of World War II. Operation Fork, a code name for the British...

January 18, 2023

Breaded Lamb Chops – Yummy!

Imagine it, your mom calls you to dinner. You smell melted butter, maybe some vegetables, potatoes and, best of all, lamb chops. Not just any lamb chops, but...

January 12, 2023

Who is Your Friend in Reykjavik?

Get to know Your Friend in Reykjavik! When you join us for a tour, you will meet your special friend in Reykjavik, but getting to know them a...

January 12, 2023

The Best Fast-Food Places in Reykjavik

What are the Best Fast-Food Places in Reykjavik? You might have heard that we do not have a McDonald’s in Iceland, or a Burger King, for that matter....

Nailed it Fish And Chips. Photo: Nailed it Fish and Chips

January 11, 2023

The Best Restaurants Outside Reykjavik

We have given you a few pointers regarding the best restaurants in Reykjavik. Best restaurants in Reykjavik, steak restaurants, vegan and vegetarian restaurants, seafood restaurants, and breakfast places....

January 5, 2023

Winter Sports in Iceland

Iceland has a unique and varied landscape, offering visitors a range of winter sports and activities. Some popular winter sports in Iceland include skiing, snowboarding, and ice skating,...

January 5, 2023

ICE-SAR – The Icelandic Search and Rescue

ICE-SAR (Icelandic Association for Search and Rescue) is a voluntary organization in Iceland that provides search and rescue services throughout the country. It was founded in 1937 and...

January 4, 2023

Mörsugur – Was this the real Yule Month?

Mörsugur is the 3rd month of the winter season. It always begins in the 9th week of winter, on a Wednesday between December 20 and 27, around the...

January 4, 2023

First Day of Winter – Gormánuður

According to the old Norse calendar, Gormánuður is the first winter month and begins on Saturday from October 21 to 27. Gormánuður doesn’t seem to have had other...