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June 20, 2022

The Deacon of Myrká

Icelandic ghost story The Deacon of Myrká is one of the country’s most famous stories. First published in Jón Árnason’s Folktales and Legends in the 19th century. The...

Helga Dís BjörgúlfsdóttirHistory & Traditions of Iceland

June 1, 2022

Some of the Underrated places of Iceland

It probably will never be said enough. Iceland’s nature is something else. The island is fairly large at 102,775 km2 (39,682 sq mi), which means there are many underrated places in Iceland....

Helga Dís BjörgúlfsdóttirAll About Iceland, History & Traditions of Iceland, Iceland Travel Guides, Things to do in Reykjavik, Traveling in Iceland

June 1, 2022

Do I need to learn Icelandic for my trip?

Or how much Icelandic should you learn before visiting? First things first, most Icelanders speak excellent English – at least well enough to help you should you need...

Helga Dís BjörgúlfsdóttirAll About Iceland, History & Traditions of Iceland, Iceland Travel Guides

May 24, 2022

Sky Lagoon – The Newest Spa in the Capital Area

The Sky Lagoon is the capital area’s newest spa addition, opening in 2021. They’ve already won awards for their facility, but sustainability was a driving force in the...

Helga Dís BjörgúlfsdóttirAll About Iceland, History & Traditions of Iceland, Iceland Travel Guides, Things to do in Reykjavik

May 20, 2022

Skerpla or Eggtíð – Second month of summer

Nordic and Northern European people used the Norse calendar until Christianity took over. However, Icelanders kept using their calendar version, especially the names of the months, until the...

Helga Dís BjörgúlfsdóttirAll About Iceland, History & Traditions of Iceland

May 13, 2022

Skonsa – The Icelandic Version of American Pancakes?

Skonsa or skonsur (plural) is a favourite among Icelanders. Many buy them in the store, but they're very easy to make.

Helga Dís BjörgúlfsdóttirFood & Drink in Iceland, History & Traditions of Iceland

May 11, 2022

Puffins in Iceland

or Everything You Ever Wanted to Know About the Puffin The puffins in Iceland are the Atlantic puffin. It is called lundi in Icelandic and is a migratory...

Helga Dís BjörgúlfsdóttirAll About Iceland, History & Traditions of Iceland, Things to do in Reykjavik, Traveling in Iceland

May 5, 2022

How to Behave in Iceland

How to Behave in Iceland - it's pretty simple, just be respectful of nature. Each country has their own customs and etiquette, which are good to know when...

Helga Dís BjörgúlfsdóttirAll About Iceland, History & Traditions of Iceland, Iceland Travel Guides, Traveling in Iceland

April 20, 2022

The First Day of Summer and Harpa

Winter is finally over, and summer is about to begin! The First Day of Summer is always on a Thursday between 19 and 25 April. Despite being called...

Helga Dís BjörgúlfsdóttirAll About Iceland, History & Traditions of Iceland, Holidays in Iceland