Author: Arta Balode
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Winter Activities Guide: Don’t Fear The Snow
by Arta Balode
During the first months of a year, Reykjavik and its surrounding lava fields are covered in snow, creating a winter…
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A Rainy Cityscape For This Week’s #GVPics
by Arta Balode
Brevity is the source of wit, they say. And simplicity, the soul of elegance. Okay, I made that second one…
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Nordic Design Tells More: ‘Century of the Child’ Exhibition
by Arta Balode
Over the past century, the Nordic region has become synonymous with simplicity and functionality in design. From now until February…
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On High Alert: A Night Of Aurora Chasing
by Arta Balode
After seeing a recent high-alert aurora forecast, myself and a few other Grapeviners decided to jump in the car and…
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‘Ransacked’ At RIFF: A Kick Of Reality
by Arta Balode
The 2008 financial crisis was felt worldwide. Icelanders were faced with an unprecedented economic depression that continues to affect families today. Pétur…
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The Cave Tamer
by Arta Balode
Raufarhólshellir, the third largest lava tunnel in Iceland, is easily accessible from Reykjavík: after a 35km drive, it’s simple to…
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The Winner Of This Week’s #GVPics Competition
by Arta Balode
Winter is right around the corner, but these native Icelanders are not ones to complain. Local fauna come together to chat about…
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Happening Tonight: Mitch Frohman Quartet
by Arta Balode
Let your spirit move freely at tonight’s KexJazz. Six-time Grammy Award winner Mitch Frohman will performs his sax and flute…