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Not Seeing Is Believing
Exploring the past, present and future of Icelanders’ belief in the huldafólk Hidden people, also known as elves or Huldufólk, are a part of Icelandic folklore and culture. They are believed to be supernatural beings who live in the natural environment, hidden…
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Oh, To Be A Cowboy
Experiencing the unbridled joy of riding Icelandic horses Ah, Iceland — the land of dragons and frozen deserts, where you can experience snow and sunshine in the same day. And if you’re feeling adventurous, why not explore this mythical land on the…
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Meet A Pioneer of Reykjavík’s Flourishing Drag Scene
With a reputation for pushing boundaries and breaking down barriers, Gógó Starr has played a pivotal role in the flourishing drag scene in Iceland. In fact, she is credited as one of the scene’s pioneers, organizing shows that paved the way for…
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Paradise Found: Our First Day Of Summer Adventure
Thursday, April 20 07:18 “Are we going somewhere?” — our phones buzz with a notification at dawn. It’s sumardagurinn fyrsti, or the first day of summer, a public holiday celebrated annually on the first Thursday after April 18. Staying home on a…
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Well You Asked: Paw-Some Questions that Bring on the Giggles
If you were a dog in Reykjavík, where would you go? If I were a dog in Reykjavík, I would — besides chasing the many cats scattered around town — definitely head straight to the famous Hallgrímskirkja church. Why, you ask? Because…
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Giving the Cats of Reykjavík a Chance
Words: Eldlilja Kaja Heimisdottir Concerned about the number of cats looking for new homes throughout the capital area, Krakkaveldi journalist Eldlilja turned to Hanna Evensen at Kattholt, the Icelandic Cat Protection Society, for the inside scoop on their work rehoming cats and…
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Take It From The Kids – Krakkaveldi-approved travel destinations to plan your next adventure around
You’ve read the travel blogs, leafed through the latest Frommers and consulted an oracle. But did you ever think to ask a bunch of kids what areas to visit when in Iceland? We did it for you. Here’s where the Krakkaveldi kids…
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Deig’s Bakery Responds to Criticism Over Increased Prices
Local bakery Deig has found itself in the spotlight after a photo of their menu was shared on Twitter last Thursday, showing a significant increase in the price of their “poor man’s offer.” The offer, which previously cost 1,000 krónur, now costs…
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4.2 Magnitude Earthquake Hits North Iceland
A 4.2 magnitude earthquake struck just west of Grímsey island on the morning of April 18, visir.is reports. The earthquake occurred at a depth of ten kilometers and was followed by several aftershocks with magnitudes over two. According to local resident Bjarki…
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Tragic Drowning in Vestmannaeyjahöfn
A tragic incident occurred at the harbour of the Westman Islands on the evening of April 11, 2023 when a man drowned after driving his car into the harbour. Westman Island police reported the incident in a Facebook post, stating that they…
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Puffins Return to Grímsey, Bringing Signs of Spring With Them
Puffins have returned to Grímsey Island ahead of schedule, ruv.is reports. Visitors to the island can expect to see more and more of the puffins in the coming days as they prepare for the summer season by digging holes and making themselves…
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Icelandic Skier Breaks National Record
Andri Teitsson did something productive with his long weekend, breaking an Icelandic cross-country skiing record by skiing 238.9 kilometers in just 24 hours. Teitsson had been thinking about attempting the record for three years and finally decided to go for it. “I…
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Cat Missing for Six Years Found Safe and Sound
In a heartwarming tale of lost and found, a cat that went missing in Reykjavík six years ago has been reunited with its owner, visir.is reports. The long-haired and furry feline appeared in the driveway of a couple in Borgarnes two weeks…
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Scrapie Discovery in Iceland Triggers Strict Measures for Sheep Farming
A recent finding of scrapie on a farm in northern Iceland’s Vestur-Húnavatn has resulted in the immediate culling of 690 sheep and the implementation of rigorous regulations in the affected area, ruv.is reports. Scrapie is a persistent and incurable infectious illness that…
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Iceland’s First Go-Kart Track in Years Opens in Akureyri
Excitement is brewing across the country as plans for a new go-kart track in Akureyri are coming to light. Set to open on June 1, the track will be the only one of its kind in Iceland, following the closure of the…
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Condor Cancels Scheduled Flights to Akureyri and Egilsstaðir for 2023
Those hoping to fly direct from Germany to North or East Iceland are out of luck. German airline Condor has announced that its scheduled flights from Frankfurt to Akureyri and Egilsstaðir, which were scheduled to start in mid-May and run until October,…
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Pickpocketing On The Rise At Þingvellir National Park
One of Iceland’s top tourist destinations, Þingvellir National Park has been hit by a spate of pickpocketing incidents over the past month, visir.is reports. Five cases of pickpocketing have been reported by tourists visiting Haki and other busy areas in Almannagjá. The…
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Woman Died After Falling Into Gorge of Glymur Waterfall
A woman died Wednesday after falling roughly 200 metres into the gorge of Glymur waterfall, visir.is reports. The woman died instantly, according to search and rescue members deployed to the scene. She and her partner, both tourists in their 20s, were hiking…
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Iceland Named Third Happiest Nation
According to the 2023 World Happiness Report, Icelanders are the third happiest populace in the world, rounding out the top three behind the superlatively happy Finns and only slightly less happy Danes. The report is part of the United Nation’s Sustainable Development Solutions…
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Trial for Attempted Murder Charges in Club Assault Case
Reykjavík District Court on Monday began hearings in a case of 30 defendants accused of perpetrating a mass stabbing at Bankastræti Club in November 2022. Due to the large number of defendants, the hearing was held across four chambers, with six to…
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Toddlers Protest Pre-School Shortage at City Council Meeting
There is a severe shortage of pre-school spaces for young children in Reykjavík, prompting parents to take their toddlers to a city council meeting Tuesday to highlight the issue, mbl.is reports. Among the toddlers present was 20-month-old Soffía Lára Stefánsdóttir, who made…
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Iceland to Subsidise Electric Cars for Rental Companies
The Icelandic government is going to spend ISK 1 billion on subsidies for car rental companies to purchase electric vehicles. The move is part of the country’s effort to meet its climate goals by cutting carbon emissions, RÚV reports. The grants are…
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Pool Culture and Laufabrauð Being Registered With UNESCO
Preparations are underway for the registration of two unique Icelandic cultural practices — swimming pool culture and laufabrauð making — to UNESCO’s list of Intangible Cultural Heritage. The registration process is expected to take a year and is seen as an important…
