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Finding Paradise: The Hidden Highlands Of The Reykjanes Peninsula
As if the Icelandic landscapes already famous on social media weren’t enough, Mother Nature added a freshly blazing volcano to the roster of awe-inspiring scenery. However, the recent eruption in Geldingadalur isn’t the only reason to visit the Reykjanes Peninsula. If you…
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Well, You Asked: A German, To Other Germans
A German answers some questions from Germans. Stupid questions call for stupid answers. But well, you asked… I’m a German tourist and currently in Iceland. I don’t want it to be obvious that I’m not from here. How can I fit in?…
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A Super-Cop Solving Crimes: ‘Leynilögga’ Brings Action & Comedy To The Icelandic Film Scene
“I think it’s a comedy made by people who want to be making an action movie,” Hannes Þór Halldórsson laughs, referring to his upcoming directorial debut ‘Leynilögga’. His name probably rings a bell—but from a totally different sector. A professional footballer and…
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Icelandair Still Boards Icelanders Without Test Certificates
As negative COVID test results are now also required for vaccinated travelers upon entry, Icelandair announced yesterday that it will still board Icelandic citizens who do not provide negative test certificates. However, the same does not go for foreign nationals. In contrast,…
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RVK Newscast #121: The Sleepy Volcano & A New Era Of Lava Flow
Alina and Art return to our snoozing volcano, and witness her waking for a moment – but only to cough out a healthy mix of CO2, SO2 and fluoric acid. The crater at Fagradalsfjall is empty and dry, with all of the…
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Three Earthquakes Shaking Up Borgarnes
On Monday afternoon, three earthquakes occurred in western Iceland, about 24.9 km north of Borgarnes. According to mbl.is, the largest quake measured a magnitude of 3. Rare but not unusual Borgarnes, 75 kilometers north of Reykjavík, has been dealing with earthquakes in…
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Good Weather Will Finally Return to Reykjavík
Some pleasant news during unpleasant days. According to Vísir, residents of the capital area can prepare for a return of the sun and warmer temperatures during the coming week. The end of gloomy weather in Reykjavík After many weeks of gloomy and…
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Reykjavík Is One Of The World’s Greatest Places Of 2021
Good news for the tourism industry! Reykjavík has made it to Time Magazine’s list of the “World’s greatest places of 2021”. The Icelandic capital is one of the hundred best destinations in the world, according to the magazine. A representative of Time…
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Animals In Iceland Are Struggling With The Current Heat
As the east and north of Iceland are dealing with a small heatwave, the human species isn’t the only one struggling with the temperatures. Veterinarians are warning people to take precautions in order to keep their furry creatures safe and sound. Animals…
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Reykjavik Newscast #119: Raging Volcano
Alina & Art were lucky and witnessed a full day of raging volcano wonderland. But that is not all–a small lava-fall is rushing down into Meradalir, filling it up completely. Experts are predicting that the valley will fill up with lava, measuring…
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Hafnarfjörður Plans Gift Boxes For Newborns
If you happen to live in Hafnarfjörður and are on the verge of having some offspring: You’re one lucky duck! New parents in Hafnarfjörður can now expect to receive a so-called “cutie basket” from the town council in the autumn. The basket…
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Arctic Fox Population Seems Stable In Hornstrandir
Imbalance is increasing among Arctic foxes in the Hornstrandir nature reserve in the Westfjords. Generally speaking, the population of Arctic foxes is rather doing well on the peninsula, compared to other regions in Iceland. Hornstrandir is a good dwelling for Arctic foxes…
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Volcano Is Back To Being A Fire Geyser… For Now
On Friday night the eruption in Fagradalsfjall resumed with full force after the longest period of unrest so far. Lava jets have resumed again, shooting lava up into the air, reaching a maximum of 20 meters. Additionally, a hole in the bottom…
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Grímsvötn Volcano Likely To Erupt Soon-Ish
It seems like Fagradalsfjall is not the only volcano keen to erupt at the moment. Last summer, scientists predicted a possible eruption of Grímsvötn, a subglacial volcano located under the northwestern side of the Vatnajökull ice cap. Water is accumulated in the…
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The Most Red-Headed Icelander Is Chosen
If you think you know enough about weird competitions, wait for this one. In Akranes, during the Irish Days festival, a red-haired competition was held for the 22nd time, deciding the reddest ginger on the island. Vigdís Birna, a 13-year-old girl, won…
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Lazy Volcano Starts Working Again After 2-Day Break
Since the volcano has found a new rhythm of erupting last week, Fagradalsfjall took another long eruption break from Tuesday to Thursday night. Right after midnight today, a red glow was visible on the live cams again, yet no glowing lava emerged…
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The Oldest Icelander Celebrates 109th Birthday
Yesterday, the oldest Icelander turned 109 years old. Dóra Ólafsdóttir was born on July 6th 1912 in Kljáströnd in Grýtubakkahreppur, by Eyjafjörður. According to a RÚV interview, she is still clear-headed, reads and knits, and says she has never had the opportunity…
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Record Number Of Tourists Entering The Country
Since late May, tourists—mostly from the US—have returned to Iceland and are ready to swarm the country. Last Saturday, a total of 10,580 people passed through Keflavík Airport. This is a record number of travelers passing through the airport since the pandemic…
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Historic Low In Midwives All Over Iceland
Just as the birth rate spikes by approximately 30%, a historic shortage of midwives dampens the delightful news. According to the chairman of the Icelandic Midwifery Association, maternity care is heading into an emergency state, as there is an all-time low in…
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Volcano Takes 16-Hour Break
By now, it is commonly known that the crater in Fagradalsfjall loves some good ol’ drama. Yesterday, after taking a sixteen-hour break from erupting, it started boiling and spitting again in the evening and might even have found a new rhythm. The…
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Lost in Google Translation: Alien Reptoids Taking Over The Local Pools
This is one for all the conspiracists among us. According to RÚV, an exchange of skins and showers is going to happen in the next few days. Whatever that means. Is RÚV warning us of a steamy sex party in some public…
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The Soulful Gardener: EinarIndra Experiments With Earthly Sounds
EinarIndra is one who likes to take his time, fearlessly modifying his electronic creations until he is entirely satisfied. After three previous studio- albums, Einar’s first full-length offering, ‘Disintegrate,’ has emerged and is ready to carry the listener away into a mystic,…
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Bouncy Castle Flies Off With 108 Kids
In Akureyri this afternoon, a bouncy castle took off with the wind and 108 children inside of it. Seven children were brought to the hospital. The reason for the accident is still unclear and under investigation. Minor injuries after bouncy castle took…
