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…

I must confess that I am a little bit of an adrenaline-hound. Therefore, I love ATV and buggy adventures in Iceland. There is just something so cool about dressing up in the suit, putting on the big helmet, and feeling the engine respond as you…

Sustainability has become a cornerstone of responsible tourism, especially in a country as breathtakingly beautiful yet ecologically fragile as Iceland. There are few better people equipped to deep-dive into the topic of how visitors to Iceland can travel in a way that is mindful of…

Meet Katharina Kneip, a German artist whose life is a breathtaking blend of adventure and creativity. She now lives as a farmhand in Eyjafjörður, Iceland. However, Katharina is on a mission to ski, sail, and walk her way around the world. Her journey, which she…

Stuck in Iceland Travel Magazine had a fantastic year in 2024! I am grateful for the magazine’s success this year. Over 108 thousand people read the magazine, a 70% increase since 2023! Over six thousand people subscribed to my newsletter and received discount codes for…

What makes highly talented people with easily transferable skills move to a remote volcanic island off the coast of Greenland in the sub-arctic Atlantic Ocean? The winters are long and dark. The summer has ‘changeable’ weather, and volcanic eruptions regularly rock the island since it…

Iceland only has about 400 thousand people, equivalent to the population of Tulsa, Oklahoma, and Cardiff in the United Kingdom. However, Icelanders aspire to punch far above their weight. This means it is common for Icelanders to wear many hats in their careers and jobs….

Articles pile up quickly here at Stuck in Iceland. However, valuable recommendations may get lost in the over 600 articles I have written since 2012. You see, my mission is to help you have a great vacation in Iceland affordably. Luckily, technology can help. I…

Iceland is full of young entrepreneurs; many are dedicated to creating better ways for travel companies to connect with their customers. One of the leaders in this burgeoning field is travel industry veteran Guðrún Hildur Ragnarsdóttir. She is one of the founders of Keeps CMS….

Iceland is a land of stark contrasts and natural wonders. From glaciers to volcanic landscapes, each journey here is a testament to the unique beauty of our planet. To help you make the most of your Icelandic adventure, I have employed the latest in AI…

I recently visited the Iceland Wilderness Center in the East of Iceland, founded in 2016. It is close to the iconic Stuðlagil Canyon, the Hengifoss waterfall, and the cozy Vök Baths. The Wilderness Center features a beautiful exhibition on how life was in the region…

From time immemorial, people have participated in strength competitions. This is only sometimes done for fun. Sometimes, you must demonstrate physical strength to be accepted for a job or at least stake your claim so you can belong to a group of tough people. A…

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…

The quote, “Beer is the proof that God loves us and wants us to be happy,” is often misattributed to Benjamin Franklin. Well, I don’t care who originally said it; I still fully agree with the sentiment! For decades, however, the Icelandic government did not…

East Iceland, or Austurland in Icelandic, is a hidden gem. The region stretches from Mt. Eystrahorn in the south to the town of Vopnafjörður in the north. It is characterized by its dramatic landscapes, deep fjords surrounded by rugged mountains, and picturesque fishing villages. One…

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…

My latest partner, KONVIN Car Rental, stands out with its new car offering, emphasis on cleanliness, and excellent service.  From compact hybrids to rugged camper vans, their vehicles ensure that every traveler finds the perfect match for the best road trip in Iceland. The Managing…

Few people can claim more experience in the Icelandic travel industry than Sara Sigmundsdóttir. As a teenager, she started working in the family business, the whale-watching company Elding. Fast-forward to today, Sara is running Elding’s sister company, Whale Watching Akureyri, and has a captain’s license. It…

The Westfjords region is a stark, beautiful, untamed, serene region. This northwestern peninsula has dramatic fjords, steep mountains, and an unbeatable coastline. It offers an escape from the hustle and bustle of daily life like no other place. Seals, Arctic foxes, birds, and whales are…

Hidden Iceland is one of the highest-rated Icelandic companies on Trip Advisor. They have over 1.240 reviews, most of which are five stars. The company is also dedicated to and is a pioneer in eco-friendly traveling in Iceland. In short, they are a great example…