Ólafur Darri is the star of Trapped – here is his travel advice
Ólafur Darri Ólafsson is probably Iceland’s most charismatic actor. He looks impressive on screen, but when you meet him, you are in the presence of somebody larger than life. He is a giant of a man, gregarious, charming with a booming voice. For me, Ólafur...
Soar to the Heavens with Tandem Paragliding
Tandem Paragliding. It is something I never thought I would do. But boy was it awesome. Book this tour and support Stuck in Iceland Travel Magazine Finding elation The elevation was sudden and smooth. One second I was standing on the ground. The...
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...
Outlaw´s Paradise
Drangey island rises from the ocean, mysterious and distant. When you sail towards it it looks imposing and unwelcoming. When you get there you need climb up a steep ladder to get to the top of it. This island does not give up its secrets...
Rafting the Beast of the East
Often called the ”Beast of the East” the Austari Jökulsá river is by many considered the best rafting river in Europe. It is situated in the Skagafjörður region in the North of Iceland. It originates the Hofsjökull glacier along with its sister river Vestari Jökulsá....
Ten essential activities and places in Reykjavik for first time travelers
Many people are visiting Reykjavik and quite frankly, they are spoiled for choice for all the great places and activities here. Therefore, I decided to attempt to recommend ten essential activities and places in Reykjavik for first-time travelers. I know the FOMO of visiting a...
Jokulsarlon Glacial Lagoon is ground zero for climate change
Glacial Lagoon – Jökulsárlón – is one of Iceland’s places that is not to be missed. Literally, ‘Jökulsárlón’ is translated as ‘Glacial River Lagoon’ and is located on the southeast of Iceland. It is an imposing place where huge icebergs float on a vast glacial...
