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...
The Northern Lights: Chasing Iceland’s Aurora Through Shore Excursions
Imagine you’re kicking back on a cruise deck, the icy wind from the Icelandic coast brushing against your face, when suddenly the sky explodes in a cascade of greens, pinks, and purples. This isn’t just any light show—it’s the Northern Lights, a natural wonder that...
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...