Your Friend In Reykjavik Blog

It is no secret that it is difficult to travel to Iceland sustainably. In fact, some might say it was impossible. To get here, you will always have to travel by plane or boat; as of now, they are still operated on fossil fuels. But, you can do a few things to offset your carbon footprint. So, how...Read more

Are you coming to Iceland for an action-packed adventure? Whether you’re staying in Reykjavik and the southwest of the country or heading out on the ring road for an unforgettable road trip, you’ll be spoiled by the sheer amount of natural beauty here in ‘the Land of Fire and Ice’. At Your Friend in Reykjavik, we provide a...Read more

With the growing popularity of Nordic Noir, Icelandic TV shows have garnered more and more attention in recent years. Most series are firmly set within the Nordic Noir genre. There have, of course, been Icelandic comedy shows as well, but very few, if any, have been released outside of Iceland. Honorable mentions of comedy shows: Fangavaktin (Prison Shift),...Read more

So, what is the best road trip food in Icelandic Grocery stores? The island of Iceland often surprises people with how large it actually is. Despite the small population, the island is larger than Ireland and Scotland, or roughly the size of Ohio in the United States. That means you will have to drive a fair bit if...Read more

Film locations in East Iceland and the highlands are not as many as in other parts of Iceland. Or the areas have not been utilised as much as other parts. Apart from the Westfjords, where only one Hollywood film was shot, the beautiful East Fjords and the highlands have the fewest film locations. Secret Life of Walter Mitty...Read more

Check our hotel recommendations in Reykjavik based on our experience and official rates in different categories.Read more