Icelandic horses are truly the original of the Viking horse breeds. They were brought to Iceland by the Vikings in 9th and 10th century, during the time of the most expansive Viking exploration and conquest.
Much of the extraordinary terrain in Iceland was formed by volcanic events, just as the very people of Iceland have been impacted by the land’s raw power. Of the 130 volcanoes on the island, one has garnered a lot of attention recently: Fagradalsfjall. For 815 years, this mountain on the Reykjanes Peninsula laid quiet. Then, in the first week of...
CONTENTS Après Ski Party meaning What to Wear to an Après Ski Party More About Skiing: What to Wear (Ski Slopes) Layering Modularity Icewear Clothing for Winter Sports Skiing in Iceland The Hidden Benefits of Little-Known Ski Slopes Key findings about what to wear to ski: The après ski party is as much a part of skiing as snow-covered slopes...
CONTENTS What months are spring in Iceland?Sumardagurinn FyrstiIs Iceland cold in spring?Does Iceland have 4 seasons?Iceland seasons daylightReligious and bank holidays in Iceland Springtime has officially begun in the northern hemisphere. Holidays like Easter and Passover came and went with beautiful blossoms for communities around the globe. As springtime would have it, however, the same period brought late-season snowstorms in...
CONTENTS Scandinavian Knitting Patterns: One Norwegian Girl Who Changed Everything Notes on Norwegian Wool How to Stay Extra Warm in Very Cold Climates From the Ground Up: Norwegian Socks to Know About Scandinavian Knitting Patterns and Cultural InspirationsBergen, NorwayOther Famous Places in NorwayNorwegian Clothing Inspiration Has Come from Popular Names, Too Norway’s History Inspired Icewear Products, Too Key findings about...
Staying warm and cozy is at the heart of Icewear’s clothing line, whether that’s on the hiking trails or under the blankets at bedtime. Warmth has a tangible impact on your life because it helps you maintain a comfortable body temperature while also optimizing blood flow, leading to better sleep and a more effective regeneration cycle each night. With that...