Stuck in Iceland Travel Magazine regularly interviews people who have visited Iceland and Icelandic artists, thinkers, authors, and travel experts. Our goal is to give you inside information into traveling to Iceland and insights into Icelandic culture and history.
Top ten travel tips from 158 Stuck in Iceland interviews
Iceland is a land of stark contrasts and natural wonders. From glaciers to volcanic landscapes, each journey here is a testament to the unique beauty of our planet. To help you make the most of your Icelandic adventure, I have employed the latest in AI...
Iceland Wilderness Center is where the past comes to life
I recently visited the Iceland Wilderness Center in the East of Iceland, founded in 2016. It is close to the iconic Stuðlagil Canyon, the Hengifoss waterfall, and the cozy Vök Baths. The Wilderness Center features a beautiful exhibition on how life was in the region...
The lifting stones of Iceland were conquered by Sandra Bradley
From time immemorial, people have participated in strength competitions. This is only sometimes done for fun. Sometimes, you must demonstrate physical strength to be accepted for a job or at least stake your claim so you can belong to a group of tough people. A...
Jellyboy the clown gives his guide to Iceland
Iceland is so far not known for its clowns. However, that might be about the change with Jellyboy the Clown, who recently stunned the world with his tour de force of a performance at America’s Got Talent. Jelly Boy rammed blades down his throat while...
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...
Reading Laxness in Dhaka
Even before stepping onto the snowy tarmac in late April at Keflavik airport, my mind was in an Iceland of its own making. It is easy to fall in love with Instagram Iceland without ever going there – didn’t early settlers, upon discovering that land...
East Iceland offers dramatic landscapes and hidden gems
East Iceland, or Austurland in Icelandic, is a hidden gem. The region stretches from Mt. Eystrahorn in the south to the town of Vopnafjörður in the north. It is characterized by its dramatic landscapes, deep fjords surrounded by rugged mountains, and picturesque fishing villages. One...
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...
