Icelandic Culture
History of the Icelandic Language
We’ll be the first ones to admit it. The Icelandic language is not one of the bigger, more popular languages...
Vikings in Iceland – Their History and Culture
We all have heard about Vikings. Thousands of legends and myths tell stories about the feared men from the North....
Is Iceland a part of Scandinavia?
When we think about Iceland, many nicknames and thoughts come to our minds. Most people think about Vikings, fire, ice,...
Do Icelanders Really Believe in Elves?
Have you ever heard the term “Huldufólk”? In Icelandic, it roughly translates to “hidden people”. Huldu relates to secrecy or...
The interesting story of Greenland and Iceland and its hidden connection
While many of us have heard the names Greenland and Iceland. Something both places have in common is they are...
What does the Icelandic flag symbolize?
Flags are a common element of our society. They’re so ubiquitous that we often don’t even stop to think about...
Gender Equality in Iceland
In recent times we have lived under the purple wave of the feminist movement. Newspapers, the press, TV and news...
What are People in Iceland Really Like?
People are curious about many aspects of Iceland. From the country's food to its culture and language, and even where...
Fjalla-Eyvindur and Halla – Iceland’s Bonnie and Clyde
Today we're going to bring you one of our absolute favorite stories. It's one that you would see as the...
Iceland Fun Facts, History and Trivia
Iceland is a country that many people have little to no knowledge of. Sure, if you mention Björk they’ve definitely...
Why was beer banned in Iceland?
For those of you who have gone (or are yet to go) to Iceland, you will discover that beer is...
Traveling in Iceland During Christmas – Traditions and Typical Food
Christmas in Iceland is a very special time of year. Most of the island’s breathtaking landscapes are blanketed in snow,...
