Christmas celebrations are as diverse as the communities who observe it. Around the world, what some folks think of as “standard” Christmas traditions are actually specific to their corner of the world. For example, if you live in a part of the world with a snowy Christmas, can you imagine what Christmas is like in South America where summer is...
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.
The last few days have been marked by many thousands (!) tremors and earthquakes in Iceland, indicating yet again a likely volcanic eruption not far from last year´s Fagradalsfjall and the international airport of Keflavík. The earthquakes have been felt in the capital Reykjavik and surrounding villages, causing especially several sleepless nights for the people in Grindavík village which is...
CONTENTS Après Ski Party 101 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...
“There’s no such thing as bad weather,” the saying goes; “just bad dressing.” This Norwegian maxim is a popular one. It rings true, too, as traditional Norwegian sweaters grow more popular as extreme weather becomes more intense around the globe. These traditional Nordic designs are famously dressy, too. This hidden gem is suited to keep you feeling warm and looking...
