Iceland archeology underground – discover this ancient cave
You could be forgiven to think that Iceland was settled in the latter part of the 19th century. This is because there are hardly any old buildings. But this is deceptive. In Iceland, the really old man-made structures are underground. So join us for a...
Fabulous photo tours of Icelandic waterfalls
It’s been said a picture is worth a thousand words. If so these Google photo tours of some of the most breathtaking icelandic waterfalls must be worth volumes of well written text. I’ll let you be the judge of that. Seljalandsfoss The Seljalandsfoss waterfall is...
Scaling the Majestic Icelandic Peaks “Hidden” in Plain Sight
“I hope you guys brought a lot of sunblock, otherwise you are not going up there” said the guide as he carefully looked us over. Me and my friend had just arrived at his hut at 5:30 in the morning feeling a bit tired after...
Clearing the Ash From the Eyjafjallajokull Eruption
In April and May 2010 Iceland was in the grip of the Eyjafjallajokull eruption. The international consequence was, as some may remember, a lot of grounded international flights. In Iceland the disgusting ash from the eruption seemed to permeate everything. Fortunately for us living here...