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2020 has been a strange year for all of us and difficult for many. We at the Stuck in Iceland family have been fortunate in our professional and personal lives during the pandemic. The gratitude we feel for that is immense. Of course, we are excited that life may return to normal, but we also hope the world will learn the pandemic’s lessons. For me, science, good governments, and a robust publicly funded healthcare system are essential for our well-being. The swift development of vaccines gives me hope that a concerted global effort may solve the climate crisis. I also hope you, my dear reader, can visit Iceland in 2021.
Visit Iceland in 2021 and carbon offset your trip
I also hope that when travelling resumes, it will be slower and more deliberate than before. I hope that people will travel less often and spend more time at their destination. In this way, we shall minimize the environmental effects of travelling. I also hope that those who travel will offset the carbon footprint of their flying and travelling. Carbon offsetting by supporting financially, environmentally friendly projects is an effective way to combat the climate crisis. You will be surprised by how cheap it is.
Helping families save on tours in Iceland
The pandemic devastated the Icelandic travel industry, and this magazine is no exception. The number of readers is down 70% during the period March to December. I hope this bounces back, and I remain committed to keeping running this oldest indie travel magazine dedicated to Iceland. I am proud that over 700 thousand people have discovered Icelandic destinations and activities since the magazine’s founding in 2012. It is delightful to help thousands of people save on Iceland’s incredible experiences with my promo codes. I find it especially gratifying to hear that my promo codes are popular with families. Iceland should be a family-friendly destination, a remarkable place where people can visit to strengthen their familial ties through fantastic experiences.
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The most popular content in 2020
It has been a tradition at the end of each year to list the most popular magazine content for the year about to pass. Here is the list for 2020:
- The family-friendly tour deals with the acclaimed Stuck in Iceland promo codes.
- Into the Glacier – the world-famous ice tunnel in Langjökull glacier
- Article about the Coronavirus in Iceland
- Hiking to the top of Iceland – my story of ascending Iceland’s highest peak on the Vatnajökull glacier ice cap
- Hiking the ancient Kjölur trail in the Icelandic highlands
- Tips about how to save money in Iceland
- The hidden beauty of Gljúfrarbúi, the elusive waterfall right next to the popular and wonderful Seljalandsfoss waterfall
- Article about Agnes Magnúsdóttir by Tor Bilski. Agnes is the subject of the best selling book Burial Rites by Hannah Kent
- Article about the best places to visit in the North West of Iceland
- Interview with my friend Þorbjörg. She started a guesthouse in the town of Hverargerði, the gateway to the South of Iceland.
Finally, I wish my readers a fantastic, prosperous new year! I also hope you have a chance to visit Iceland in 2021.
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Jón Heiðar Ragnheiðarson — Reykjavík-based Iceland Travel Editor since 2012
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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.