Entrepreneur Safa Jemai spices up Iceland
One of the best things that has happened to Iceland in the past decades is the many immigrants that have moved from abroad and enriched the country´s culture and country. When I was growing up, Iceland was utterly monoculture, and everything was rather bland, both…
Icelandic Eiderdown is rarer than diamonds, and much more useful
Based in northern Iceland’s rugged Troll Peninsula, Icelandic Eider was founded in 2019. It is based on a well-established legacy of 80 years of a family business. Eiderdown has been gathered in the area by the locals since 1860. About 4.500 eider ducks nest in…
Nice Travel: Icelandic Hospitality and small-group travel
Founded in 2012 by three Icelandic families, Nice Travel is a top-rated tour company with almost 600 positive reviews on TripAdvisor. Their ethos centers around providing personal travel experiences. Limiting their tours to a maximum of 19 guests ensures a more intimate journey for every…
Reeling in Memories: Meet Icelandic fishing Guide Guðmundur Atli
I could never be a fishing guide in Iceland. I am what is called in Icelandic ‘fiskifæla,’ a word that means something like ‘fish repeller.’ Every time I am by a riverbank and try to fish, the salmon, trout, or char conspire not to interact…
From first flash to fading embers: A tribute to eruptions in Iceland
Daníel Páll Jónasson, a geographer and avid photographer, has embarked on a remarkable journey through Iceland’s recent eruptions in Iceland. After the 2021 eruption in Geldingadalir, Daníel published a book featuring 112 of his favorite photographs from that first eruption. But now, after two eruptions,…
Unleash your wild side: Reykjavik Mega Zipline awaits
During the pandemic, the founders of Mega Zipline had an idea to offer travelers a unique and thrilling perspective of Iceland’s awe-inspiring landscape. The result is Mega Zipline, nestled in the lovely town of Hveragerði, a stone’s throw from Reykjavik. It is also close to…
Planning a wedding in Iceland? Meet the experts at Pink Iceland
Pink Iceland was founded in March 2011 and is Iceland’s primary gay-owned and operated travel company. Eva María Lange and her partner Birna founded the company in 2011. Hannes Sasi Pálsson joined them in 2012. Together, this team provides services to the LGBTQ+ community, encompassing…
Get ready for the Iceland Airwaves Music Festival in Reykjavik
In November every year, Reykjavik comes alive with the rhythm of the Iceland Airwaves music festival. Set against the backdrop of Iceland’s capital, from November 2-4, the city will resonate with melodies that transcend genres. From the sweet sounds of hidden gems waiting to be…