How Do Icelanders Make Use of Iceland’s Geothermal Resources?
by Iceland has a lot of geothermal resources, so people in Iceland use geothermal energy in many different ways. In the majority of Iceland’s homes and …
Category: Observations
Many things happen or are discussed in Iceland that are worth considering. We enjoy working with data because it can reveal a lot about our society. Sometimes there is a photograph worth discussing or an experience worth sharing.
We enjoy sharing a single thought, idea, a question to be answered or observation with you. Here at Iceland in Focus, this is the place where anything goes.
Do People in Iceland Believe in the Presence of Trolls and Elves?
Elves and trolls are prominent figures in Icelandic folklore and mythology, and a significant number of Icelanders are convinced that these creatures actually exist. Many …
Will I See a Volcanic Eruption When I Visit Iceland?
During your time in Iceland, you might be able to see a volcano erupt, but this is not a guarantee. The Mid-Atlantic Ridge is a …
What is Iceland Best Known For?
Iceland is very popular because of its beautiful landscape, which includes glaciers, geysers, hot springs, waterfalls, and active volcanoes, among other things. It is also …
6 Magnificent Ring Roads and Routes in Iceland
Renting a car and driving around Iceland is a common way for tourists to get around. They can also take their own cars across the …
Is Iceland an Expensive Country?
Because of its isolated location, low population, and high standard of living, Iceland is widely regarded as an expensive tourist destination. In general, the costs …
How Much Time Should I Plan to Spend in Iceland for Travel?
Your travel preferences and the kind of vacation you’re planning both play a role in determining how much time you should spend exploring Iceland. Iceland …
Are Icelandic Roads Dangerous To Drive On?
The road network in Iceland features a wide variety of scenarios. If you want to drive on roads all over the country, you should be …
Is Iceland a Developed Country?
Whether Iceland is a developed country or not can be looked at in two ways. It can be looked at through the eyes of economics …
Keflavik Airport Passengers Statistics
The country’s tourism sector is steadily recovering from the recent disasters brought on by the Covid-19 pandemic. Year-over-year data shows that the number of passengers …
Is Iceland a Rich Country?
What is a rich country? Is it once the country has gained a lot of wealth? Is it when everyone has access to enough food, …
Does Iceland Have Good Relations With Other Countries?
On July 17, 1944, Iceland declared its independence from Denmark. Iceland was previously ruled by the Danish monarchy, however it became sovereign in 1918. The …
Is Iceland a Capitalist Country?
Although some form of capitalism underpins nearly all economies today, it was only one of two major approaches to economic organization for much of the …
Are There Exciting Times Ahead in Icelandic Politics?
As I write this, it is possible that a new candidate will emerge to compete for the leadership of Iceland’s Independence Party, which has been …
From a Global and Local News Perspective
It’s always interesting to read the news and see what’s going on in Iceland and around the world. Sometimes it feels good when the world …
Top 5 Itinerary For Iceland
Iceland has seen millions of visitors over the last few decades. Prior to the turn of the century, there wasn’t much information available about Iceland …
Why Is Peace So Hard?
Everyday life is waiting for you in all its glory once you’ve explored our lovely capital and the Westfjords and West Iceland in all its …
Iceland’s Artificial Intelligence Landscape is Becoming More Real
In recent years, artificial intelligence has advanced significantly. We have uploaded digital photographs on this website that were created using artificial intelligence and our own …
Iceland Population: Past, Present and Future
It’s incredible to think that there were only about 43 thousand Icelanders in 1735. Icelanders number around 377 thousand today. Icelanders are expected to have …
An Extraordinary Art Exhibition with Arctic Tern Acrobatics
We love going on short day trips. Sometimes we go to photograph the landscape, and other times we go to see fun art exhibitions. We …
Is Cool Summer the Next Hot Trend?
Summer is now and it’s the best time of the year. There has been an exchange of sunshine and showers, and in between calm and …
Fatal Accidents On The Popular Black Sand Beach Are Unnecessary
Last week, another tourist died on the black sands of Reynisfjara beach, which is a popular destination in the South. These fatal accidents happen when …
Passengers on Cruise Ships Bring an Invigorating Atmosphere
It is estimated that this year, close to 150,000 tourists will come on cruise ships to the Westfjords. These tourists make an amazing impression on …
Earth’s Artwork Creation On The Beach
The Earth is one big creation. Every day, every hour, every minute, every second, and every moment, the Earth creates works of art. At that …
Blue Skies, Cloudscapes, And A Beautiful Summer Day
The blue sky, the sun is shining, the mountain slopes are turning green, and one by one, the townspeople appear who choose to spend the …
The Sounds And Visions Of The Icelandic Spring
I can write about the springtime forever. It is such a great affirmation of the endless circle of life. The hills and slopes are full …
9 Unforgettable Places and 9 Unforgettable Memories
Most people who travel to Iceland visit at least the famous golden circle to see Gullfoss Waterfall, Geysir and Thingvellir. These places are each completely …
A Formal Request For The Icelandic Spring
Once again, the days are cooling down after a few days of warmth and rain and it is blowing from the north giving you a …
The Brutal Winter Of War Without A Purpose – From A Peace Perspective
This is going to be another difficult year. Just as Covid-19 was being overthrown, Ukraine was invaded. When you read and see what Ukrainians have …
Monumental Memories Of Moments In The North Of Iceland
It’s amazing how time flies, even though every day, every hour and every minute can be long. We were recently traveling around the north and …