Jón Heiðar Ragnheiðarson — Reykjavík-based Iceland Travel Editor since 2012
Icelander Jón Heiðar has run Stuck in Iceland Travel Magazine since 2012. One person, no investors, just honest Iceland travel advice and exclusive discount codes. He has conducted over 200 interviews with local experts, guides, and artists — and built Nonni, Iceland's first Iceland focused AI travel companion.
Lava, light, and lenses: photographer Kévin Pagès interviewed
I noticed the super-talented Reykjavik-based French photographer Kévin Pagès for three reasons: He captured unbelievable drone footage of a man walking right to the top of an erupting crater on the Reykjanes peninsula in 2024. It is safe to say that this gentleman was putting...
Author Satu Rämö: Ísafjörður Is the Perfect Crime Scene
I recently rediscovered my joy of reading. I got myself a library card and am now tearing through books. Mostly, I read Icelandic crime novels, but I am slowly branching into other genres. However, I suspect that Nordic Noir crime novels set in Iceland will...
Discover the best tours and experiences in Iceland according to Viator
Big news for Iceland! Five of the Top 20 Northern Europe tours in the 2025 Viator Experience Awards are from Iceland! Disclosure: Being the editor of Stuck in Iceland Travel Magazine is my side project. I work in the Icelandic travel industry as my day...
These are the highest-rated hotels in Reykjavik
What are the highest-rated hotels in Reykjavik? I asked ChatGPT to scour Booking.com, give me a list of the top 10 highest-rated hotels in town, and include a summary of reviews so you don’t have to. I hope this will help you find the most...
Zak and Elliot’s return to Iceland: A story of survival and gratitude
Imagine this. You are going on an exciting vacation with your special someone to a distant and slightly exotic destination. Just hours after you land, you are in a terrible car accident. You are injured and your special someone is left in a critical condition....
Five places in Iceland that will steal your heart
When you think of Iceland, your mind probably goes straight to the big hitters— something like Blue Lagoon, the Golden Circle, or the Sky Lagoon. And hey, those spots are amazing. However, here are five places in Iceland that are off the beaten path and...
Month-by-month guide to Reykjavik festivals
If you thought Reykjavik was just a serene capital surrounded by glaciers and geysers, think again. The city bursts with energy throughout the year thanks to a rich lineup of annual festivals and cultural events. Reykjavik festivals range from LGBTQ+ pride in full color to...
Seal the deal: Hvammstangi is a must-stop on Iceland’s Arctic Coast Way
If you find yourself traveling along Iceland’s Arctic Coast Way—a scenic route through the country’s remote and beautiful northern coastline—don’t miss a stop in the charming town of Hvammstangi. Here, overlooking the waters of Húnaflói Bay, you’ll find the Icelandic Seal Center: a one-of-a-kind destination...
Iceland travel advice from someone who actually lives here
I'm Jón, a native Icelander who has called Reykjavík home for over 30 years. Since 2012, I've been running this magazine the way a knowledgeable local friend would — giving you the honest advice, the real discounts from 50+ partners in the Icelandic travel industry, and 200+ expert interviews you won't find anywhere else. This is Iceland from the inside.