Are There Exciting Times Ahead in Icelandic Politics?
by 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 …
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Top 10 Icelandic Pop Songs with English Lyrics
I absolutely love music. Music is very important in my life. Popular music from 1945 to 2022 appeals to me the most. I consider myself …
Moments of Solitude
Sometimes, solitude is important. It is priceless to be able to go somewhere in nature and be by yourself, with your own thoughts and emotions. …
Iceland Photo Gallery: Westfjords in October
For me and my family, October is always a special month. There are numerous birthdays and days to commemorate for other reasons. In many ways, …
Rushing and Relaxing in the Reykjavík Area
It’s always pleasant to visit the city’s capital, Reykjavík, and spend a few days there. There are times when a lot needs to be done …
Slow Walking in Sunshine and Light Snow With a Company
Yesterday was a beautiful day. After the weekend’s storm, which was much smaller than expected, a beautiful calm came over the fjord and a thin …
Harbor Stillness Reflection
There is something particularly soothing and attractive about seeing boats at the dock, whether it is still or windy, even though I prefer stillness. Iceland …
Winter Is Approaching With a Ferocity
Winter is beginning to leave its mark on the environment, as shown in the featured photo. As the temperature drops, the snow beard in the …
Preparing Yourself Mentally for Icelandic Winter
Winter is on its way. It won’t be long before the first puddles freeze and the first snowflakes start to fall. It’s rather certain when …
Circles, Coast Ways, Routes and the Ring Road
I like reading articles about Iceland in other publications, both domestic and international. There are several accounts of passengers’ journeys around the northern island, including …
Iceland Dream Factory With Volcanoes, Glaciers and Government Grants
Iceland has a long history of filmmaking, yet the country’s first feature film wasn’t created until 1949. The first Icelandic motion picture I saw was …
Iceland in Today’s World Perspective
I often think that we are so well sheltered from the outside world here in Iceland, and that gives you a feeling of security. I …
Iceland in September 2022
This concludes the post I started in September and kept adding to as the month went on. Even though the month ends with a bang …
Comparison of Iceland With Other Nordic Countries
For their part, Icelanders appreciate putting themselves in the context of other countries, and for my part, I find statistics about Icelanders in relation to …
Iceland Will Not Be Ruled By Terror
As I sit by the window and contemplate the peaceful Westfjords on a beautiful autumn day, I wonder if the peace and safety of our …
Icelandic Autumn’s Amazing Colors and Stillness
I’m a huge admirer of the Icelandic autumn. When they cover mountains in a blanket of white, winters can be breathtakingly magnificent. Then, spring and …
Hiking and Hopping in Stillness
It is especially healing to walk. And it is even more healing to walk in a magnificent environment at the peak of summer, in calm …
Icelandic Weather: Hoping for the Best or Preparing for the Worst
Today’s focus is on Icelandic weather. Yesterday, the weather in the southern part of the country was extremely bad. Strong winds, cold temperatures, and heavy …
Salmon Fish Farming Investment and Social Responsibility
When new ships arrive in the Westfjords, it is always an exciting time. People were invited to come see the newest ship in the fleet …
Long Term Weather Prediction For The Summer Of 2022
The big question during the summer in Iceland is how will the weather be? Meteorologists say the summer will be warm with easterly winds. This …