Ten essential activities and places in Reykjavik for first time travelers
Many people are visiting Reykjavik and quite frankly, they are spoiled for choice for all the great places and activities here. Therefore, I decided to attempt to recommend ten essential activities and places in Reykjavik for first-time travelers. I know the FOMO of visiting a...
The Reykjavik City Card unlocks the capital of cool
One of the best ways to save money while exploring Reykjavik is to use the Reykjavik City Card. This handy card is a traveler’s key to unlocking Reykjavik’s culture, history, and activities. Dive into Iceland’s museums, enjoy the city’s geothermal pools, or take in the...
Northern Lights Offer Bonanza – exclusive 25% discount
My friends at Gray Line Iceland generously offer my readers 25% off their fantastic Northern Lights guided tours when they book Northern Lights tours. Sign up for the Stuck in Iceland newsletter to receive the promo code for a 25% discount off the following tip...
Quality beer in Iceland has a new home at RVK Brewing Co.
The quote, “Beer is the proof that God loves us and wants us to be happy,” is often misattributed to Benjamin Franklin. Well, I don’t care who originally said it; I still fully agree with the sentiment! For decades, however, the Icelandic government did not...
City Walk Reykjavik gives you insight into Iceland life and culture
Recently, I met Marteinn Briem at the opening of the lovely Litli Barinn. He founded the City Walk Reykjavik tour company in 2014, offering immersive small-group walking tours in Reykjavik. The company has expanded, but the core offering remains the same: an immersive plunge into...
Top seven weekend city breaks in Europe
Europe is the perfect destination for weekend city breaks. The continent offers a diverse range of vibrant cities, each with its own unique charm and attractions. Whether you want to explore historic landmarks, indulge in local cuisine, or soak in the atmosphere, European cities provide...
Celebrate the good life at Hvammsvík Hot Springs
One of Iceland’s most precious resources is its geothermal water. In many places, it either bubbles out of the ground or is accessible by drilling a hole. This is amazing for our country. We can heat most of our houses with hot water, greatly enriching...
Stuck in Iceland recommends: Sümac restaurant
In this first special Stuck in Iceland restaurant recommendation, we will talk about one of our all-time favorite restaurants in Reykjavík, the Middle-Eeastern themed Sümac, run by one of Iceland´s most renowned chefs, Þráinn Freyr Vigfússon. Þráinn also runs ÓX, one of the three Michelin-star...