Whale Watching Akureyri brings you close to the giants of the sea
Few people can claim more experience in the Icelandic travel industry than Sara Sigmundsdóttir. As a teenager, she started working in the family business, the whale-watching company Elding. Fast-forward to today, Sara is running Elding’s sister company, Whale Watching Akureyri, and has a captain’s license. It...
The top eight things to do in Akureyri
Akureyri is my hometown, and I love it dearly. The town is both pretty and peaceful and well-placed as a base for exploring the north of Iceland. The first thing to know about Akureyri is that it is the largest urban center outside of the...
Get the Perfect Brunch- Try Our Favorite Café in Akureyri
Stuck in Iceland went to Akureyri, the jewel of the north over the Easter weekend. Akureyri has a lot to offer, endless opportunities for outdoor activities, a vibrant culture scene and some good restaurants. Some were a disappointment this time around, but two new ones...
Looking for a Hotel in Akureyri? Here is a Perfect Hotel for You
Are you looking for a hotel in Akureyri ? My sister Hildur and my brother Guðjón run a new family friendly hotel that has just opened for business in my lovely home town of Akureyri so I want to tell you all about it. The hotel...
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Ever dreamed about going on a winter road trip in Iceland? I am delighted to announce my partnership with the top-rated travel agency Hey Iceland. Sign up for my exclusive newsletter and receive a promotional discount code for their acclaimed winter self-drive tours. The offer...
Rocking the Arctic Henge: Skálmöld’s legendary concert at Iceland’s remote landmark
Good news! The Arctic Henge is now officially the Icelandic version of the Red Rocks music venue. The amazing Icelandic Viking metal band Skálmöld recently performed the inaugural concert at this otherworldly venue. The Arctic Henge is off the beaten path The Arctic Henge is...
Experience the thrill of paragliding in Iceland
On a sunny Thursday spring morning, I found myself running toward the edge of a mountain. Suddenly, I felt a strong lift, like a giant hand was gently tugging at me, and I was flying. I settled into my seat and let out an involuntary...
