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...
Top seven weekend city breaks in Europe
Europe is the perfect destination for weekend city breaks. The continent offers a diverse range of vibrant cities, each with its own unique charm and attractions. Whether you want to explore historic landmarks, indulge in local cuisine, or soak in the atmosphere, European cities provide...
Celebrate the good life at Hvammsvík Hot Springs
One of Iceland’s most precious resources is its geothermal water. In many places, it either bubbles out of the ground or is accessible by drilling a hole. This is amazing for our country. We can heat most of our houses with hot water, greatly enriching...
Stuck in Iceland recommends: Sümac restaurant
In this first special Stuck in Iceland restaurant recommendation, we will talk about one of our all-time favorite restaurants in Reykjavík, the Middle-Eeastern themed Sümac, run by one of Iceland´s most renowned chefs, Þráinn Freyr Vigfússon. Þráinn also runs ÓX, one of the three Michelin-star...
Litli Barinn in Reykjavik – A haven of Icelandic culture and warmth
In the heart of Reykjavik’s historic Vesturbær neighborhood lies a quaint and cozy gem within the Local 101 hotel, offering a unique blend of Icelandic culture and hospitality. At the helm of this charming bar and its accompanying hotel are Alma Bremond and her partner,...
Sonia Nicolson is the Reykjavik Sketcher
Sonia Nicolson, AKA the Reykjavik Sketcher, is a Scottish expat living in Iceland who has carved a space in the world of design and education here in Iceland. Not your typical architect, Sonia’s journey is one of perseverance, passion, and adaptability. From struggling through high...
Serendipity seekers love Reykjavik music festival Iceland Airwaves
The Reykjavik music festival Iceland Airwaves should come with a health warning: Do not attend if you have FOMO – Fear of Missing Out. You will have a bewildering choice of musical acts and venues throughout venues in central Reykjavik. The 2023 Iceland Airwaves had 82,...
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...
