Want to photograph northern lights? Hallgrímur P. Helgason knows how
Photographer Hallgrímur P. Helgason is what I call an aurora whisperer. His photographs of the northern lights are just spectacular, and often it feels like he has somehow bent the solar particles that interact with the Earth’s magnetic field to his will just so that...
Eco-Friendly Whale Watching in Iceland: Elding’s Chief Naturalist interviewed
I have partnered with Elding for many years, and it has been a great relationship. I am fond of Elding; I always enjoy going out on their whale-watching tours, and, I mean, so far, I have had great luck with them in seeing the giants...
Icelandic Oscar nominee Sara Gunnarsdottir gives travel advice
Not every day is an Icelander nominated for the Academy Awards or the Oscars. However, this year, Icelandic director Sara Gunnarsdóttir received this prestigious nomination for directing the animated comedy film “My Year of Dicks,” created by Pamela Ribon. The film tells the story of...
Meet Valur Heiðar, one of Iceland’s leading private guides
A magazine like Stuck in Iceland should be a springboard for independent and authentic entrepreneurs. The people and the companies I work with should have proven themselves to offer the best service and value to people visiting Iceland. Somebody who fulfills both criteria is travel...
Insider tips and tricks for a great camper van road trip in Iceland
Haukur Sverrisson is a member of the Happy Campers family, which services thousands of travelers who rent a camper van, sleep in it, and roam around Iceland to take in the sights and enjoy activities here. Haukur Sverrisson is the son of the founders of...
Save on whale watching in Húsavík with North Sailing
North Sailing in Húsavík is one of the leading Icelandic tour companies. Since 1995, they have offered whale-watching tours to travelers and received many awards for their focus on environmental issues. Adding this venerable tour company to the long and growing list of my top-rated...
Collection of stunning Iceland images: A photo journey with Eyrún Lydía
The reputation of social media has suffered recently for many good reasons. But it is still great for one thing: helping me find beautiful photographs from Iceland. I love seeing great photographers who give new perspectives on Icelandic landscapes and nature. For me, it is...
Zipline in Iceland – save 10% with a promo code
l have never tried a zipline, but I will change that this summer. Those who subscribe to my newsletter will receive a discount promo code that gives you a 10% off a thrilling zipline ride. You can book a zipline ride either in the southern...
