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As long as there have been communities living in Iceland, there have been traditions of feasts and merrymaking. Christianity came to Iceland around the year 1000, just a few generations after settlers moved to the small island in the northern Atlantic. There were existing religious beliefs before then, however, most of which were replaced at that time by Christian holidays...

The song “Husavik” written for the Netflix original “Eurovision Song Contest: The Story of Fire Saga” is tapped as a likely nomination for best original song at the 93rd Academy Awards this year. The Husavik song is performed by characters Lars Erickssong and Sigrit Ericksdóttir (played by Will Ferrell and Rachel McAdams). The two play a duo of quirky and...

The Icelandic holiday -Bóndadagur is a day devoted to celebrate and pamper your loving spouse. The traditions around this holiday have certainly changed since Norse settlers arrived to the country. With time this holiday has evolved and continues to be a favorite among locals. Keep reading to learn about the origins and traditions of Bóndadagur, plus what you can expect...

In Iceland, add to the winter scene the Northern Lights casting that unforgettable backdrop behind snow-filled scenes. Reykjavik, in particular, is covered in lights. It’s truly a sight to behold. How do you get the most of this magic? By dressing right for wherever it is you’re going. You’re probably reading this because you´re thinking about traveling to Iceland in...

Packing for Iceland weather depends, of course, on the season. And even then, you’ll hear Icelanders joke that, “if you don’t like the weather, wait a minute,” since the conditions are notoriously fickle. That said, there are certain things you would be remiss not to pack. You’ll notice a trend among these items, too—they come in layers. The term “layer”...

The Northwest Passage—and the many expeditions to travel it—have been an ongoing example of the conflict between man and nature. The romance of conquering the north centers around courage and wherewithal, which multiple adventurers have taken with them as they trek north. Although you might not be venturing quite that far north any time soon, Icewear has our new Arctic...