From calfskin to code – VR brings Icelandic history to life
The speed and scale of innovation in the Icelandic travel industry are remarkable. Before the eruption of Eyjafjallajökull in 2010, the industry was just a fraction of what it is now. The stereotype of international visitors to Iceland was that of an eccentric hitchhiking backpacker...
Speak Icelandic so you can decline fermented shark politely
Suppose you’ve ever dreamed of learning how to speak Icelandic but felt intimidated by its reputation as one of the world’s most complicated languages. In that case, Óskar Bragi Stefánsson is here to prove it’s possible and fun. Through his popular Instagram account, @Speakviking, Óskar...
Learn Icelandic with Speak Viking – exclusive offer for Stuck in Iceland Readers!
Visiting Iceland is already an unforgettable experience—breathtaking landscapes, rich history, and a culture deeply connected to nature. But what if you could take your trip to the next level by learning a bit of Icelandic before you arrive? The answer is: Learn Icelandic. Or at...
Iceland guide Unnur Máney: hoops, history, and hidden gems
There is a small group of local travel guides in Iceland who excel at providing their guests with a unique perspective on the country’s beautiful nature, culture, and history. One of these guides is Unnur Máney Bergsveinsdóttir. She is a celebrity in Iceland for her...
The Reykjavik City Card unlocks the capital of cool
One of the best ways to save money while exploring Reykjavik is to use the Reykjavik City Card. This handy card is a traveler’s key to unlocking Reykjavik’s culture, history, and activities. Dive into Iceland’s museums, enjoy the city’s geothermal pools, or take in the...
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...
Auður Jónsdóttir: insight & warmth in Iceland’s literature
If you only knew Iceland from its dynamic literary scene and the number of books published in Icelandic every year, I would understand if you thought Iceland is a country of millions. In 2021, 895 book titles were published in a country of just under...
Man-made caves in south Iceland could be from the first settlers
For the longest time, the history of Iceland has been told this way: Noble Norwegian chieftains wanted to be free of the aggressive king Haraldur Hardrada, who unified Norway with force. These intrepid chieftains wanted to live free in remote Iceland rather than bend the...
