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Famous People From Iceland
A full guide to the most famous people that have come from Iceland. Read about who they are, why they're famous & what locals think of them. Find out more.
Nanna Gunnarsdóttir
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I was the Content Manager at Guide to Iceland from 2013 to 2018, and now run the creative studio Huldufugl while working as a freelance writer. I’m passionate about storytelling, Icelandic culture, and creating thoughtful experiences through words and visuals.
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Mountains in Iceland
Find out more about the mountains of Iceland. From the tallest to the most visited and the most spectacular. Find out everything you need to know.
Waterfalls in Iceland
There are amazing, beautiful waterfalls in iceland. From the largest to the most unique, discover more with our top insider travel tips. Find out more.
Ultimate Guide to Nightlife in Reykjavik: Where to Party in Iceland’s Capital
Explore Reykjavik’s epic nightlife! Discover the best bars, clubs, and local hangouts to party like never before in Iceland’s vibrant capital.
What Is an Icelander?
Find out what makes an Icelander. Discover some of the traits that are unique to the people of Iceland and some of the stereotypes of Icelanders. Read more
Best Swimming Pools in Iceland
Find out which are the best swimming pools in Iceland. See what makes them so unique & find out where they are. Read on for more.
Glaciers in Iceland: Facts, Map, Tours & Glacier Activities
Discover glaciers in Iceland, their types, locations, and top attractions. Learn about major glaciers, hiking, ice caves, and tours across Iceland.
Iceland's Volcanoes: The Complete Guide
Explore Iceland's volcanoes with this complete guide to active eruptions, historic sites, guided tours, and safety tips. Plan your adventure today!
14 Weird and Wonderful Things About Icelanders
From naming traditions to swimming culture, discover the weird and wonderful things about Icelanders. Learn what makes Icelandic people and culture unique.
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The Grillmarket restaurant in Reykjavík
Check out the mouth-watering Grillmarket in central Reykjavík. Best place to go with a varied group of people, as they do great steaks, fish, salads and burgers. The Grillmarket has been around since the summer of 2011 and has earned its place as one of the most popular restaurants in Reykjavík, both among locals and foreigners. Tucked behind shops right in the middle of downtown Reykjavík but unseen from the bustling Austurstræti, the second you walk in you feel like you’ve stumbled onto a hidden secret. The décor is made up of natural elements such as lava, fish scales, column basalt and
Tungulending at the end of the road from Húsavík
What will you find at the end of the road? If the road you take is number 85 heading north from Húsavík, then you can take a left turn towards Tungulending - or Tongue Landing - and find one of Iceland's few fossil beaches. Tungulending has picturesque views over Skjálfandi bay and is located only 12 km north of Húsavík, the whale watching capital of north Iceland. Tungulending sits at Tjörnes peninsula. If you are driving the road number 85 heading north, you will see a sign saying 'Tungulending', and then you can either leave your car and walk down the gravel road, or during summertime yo
The 'Horny' Mountains of East Iceland: Vestrahorn, Brunnhorn, Eystrahorn
Have you ever been to east Iceland and admired its mountains? Have you ever heard of Iceland's 'Batman Mountain'? Some of my favourite natural attractions in Iceland are the spiky, 'horny' mountains of east Iceland around Hvalnes peninsula: Vestrahorn, Brunnhorn and Eystrahorn. If you're driving along the south coast of Iceland then you pass a few impressive glaciers, but you'll also mainly be driving along some long flat plains of Mýrdalssandur (with the occasional mountain popping up from nowhere, such as Hjörleifshöfði). The glaciers are obviously covered with thick ice and snow, making
Von Mathús Gastropub in Hafnarfjörður
Looking for a restaurant with some tasty food and refreshing drinks outside of the busy Reykjavík city centre? Check out the lively Von Mathús gastropub if you're heading through Hafnarfjörður! If you're staying in Hafnarfjörður and looking for good food and a fun atmosphere, then there's no need to travel all the way to Reykjavík in search of a restaurant since you can simply head to the gastropub Von Mathús in the centre of Hafnarfjörður. Or if you are staying in Reykjavík and want to explore somewhere new, then hop on a bus or sit down behind the steering wheel of a rental car and head t
Kopar Seafood Restaurant in Reykjavík
I'm a big foodie and I've decided to start reviewing the restaurants in Reykjavík, starting with the oh-so-delicious Kopar restaurant by the Reykjavík harbour. On a cold winter night in January I had a table booked at Kopar restaurant, a place I had never been to before but heard great things about. After battling a bit of a snowstorm whilst walking there I was really happy from the moment I stepped into Kopar and was greeted by the warmth and a friendly waiter, Jónmundur, that became our waiter for the rest of the evening. See also: The best restaurants in Reykjavík Not only was the ins
Guide to Iceland's Population
People often laugh at how small the Icelandic population is - but the Icelandic population is rapidly growing. How Many People Live in Iceland? At the time of writing (at 3pm on the 31st of December 2016) the human population of Iceland is only a mere 332,992 people. Just under 333,000 people. That doesn't sound like a lot. In fact, Guide to Iceland's facebook page has just outnumbered the Icelandic population in facebook likes, with 333,117 likes as of now - not a bad way to end the year! :) But although 332,992 people doesn't sound like much in population terms, Iceland's population is
Things to do during STORMS in Iceland!
'Tis the season... for stormy weather in Iceland. Winter season in Iceland can be absolutely stunning, with cool and crisp sunny days, gorgeous northern light displays at night or fluffy soft snow gently enveloping everything in a white blanket. ... And on other days there are crazy snowstorms. Or regular storms (not including snow). The option of having snow, or rain, included in the storm depends on how bad of a mood the weather gods are in. Find out more about the weather and seasons in Iceland here Rainy storm in Reykjavík. Picture by Vilhelm/Vísir Now, you shouldn't disrespect s
Moving to Iceland From the US: Everything You Need To Know
Thinking about making the move to Iceland from the US? Read this guide to find out what’s legally required and find tips on what to expect. With recent events making many rethink their future, a lot of people are considering moving abroad. If Iceland is on your radar, you're in the right place! People often ask us for tips on how to move to Iceland, so we figured it was time to share some helpful advice specifically for current US residents. Whether you're looking to escape political uncertainty or simply craving a new adventure, this guide will walk you through the steps for a painless mo
See the supermoon in Iceland!
See the biggest supermoon for the past 70 years in Iceland in mid-november 2016! Supermoons are actually a rather frequent thing to happen, there are even supermoons happening in October, November and December of 2016! And if you're a fan of nature, space and photography, you shouldn't miss out on seeing this phenomenon in Iceland. Read more about photography in Iceland here Picture by Örn Óskarsson So if you're not in Iceland in mid-november, you can try your luck again around Christmas time as the following one takes place on the 14th of December (peaking just after midnight). And dur
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Install Iceland’s biggest travel app
Download Iceland’s biggest travel marketplace to your phone to manage your entire trip in one place
Scan this QR code with your phone camera and press the link that appears to add Iceland’s biggest travel marketplace into your pocket. Enter your phone number or email address to receive an SMS or email with the download link.
