Is Cool Summer the Next Hot Trend?
by 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 …
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.
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 …
The Russian Oligarchs Yacht Visit To Iceland With A New Perspective
It did not go unnoticed in Isafjordur, Akureyri, Grenivik and Reykjavik when one of the most special yachts in the world came to visit last …
The Stunning Icelandic Winter Like No Other
Sometimes you get tired during the Icelandic winter. Depression after depression, blizzard after blizzard, sleet and ice, rain in between and then a short break …
Iceland Weather Changes: Farewell February
It is known that the weather in Iceland can change in a short time. Although weather forecasts are always getting better, there is always a …
Icelandic Water Is Clean, Fresh, Free And Plentiful
The water in Iceland is special. No matter where I have been in many parts of the world, I have never found water that is …
Surviving Winter Together
Last night, a strong gale has blown over the western part of Iceland. The sea level has been high and water has flooded many parts …
Wrapping Up Seven Days In The South
It was time to head back south. It has been more than ten years since we last traveled in the South and the South-East. Many …
Fish Farming In The Westfjords
Those who visit the Westfjords can not avoid seeing traces of fish farming in the fjords. Aquaculture has also been one of the hottest topics …
Completely Calm Landscape And Life Reflections
In this morning’s news was that a heat wave was expected in southern Europe. Here in Ísafjörður, the temperature yesterday was 21-22 degrees Celsius and …
Winter Recap
The winter has been sweet in the Westfjords. No eruptions in this part of the country and no storms like last year. Many calm days …
My Friend The Raven
The raven is such a wonderful bird. He is beautiful and enjoys living among us humans. It is a nice relationship. There are a few …