Author: Gitte Van der Meersch - The Reykjavik Grapevine

Not Seeing Is Believing

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Exploring the past, present and future of Icelanders’ belief in the huldafólk Hidden people, also known as elves or Huldufólk,…

Oh, To Be A Cowboy

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Experiencing the unbridled joy of riding Icelandic horses Ah, Iceland — the land of dragons and frozen deserts, where you…

Meet A Pioneer of Reykjavík’s Flourishing Drag Scene

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With a reputation for pushing boundaries and breaking down barriers, Gógó Starr has played a pivotal role in the flourishing…

Paradise Found: Our First Day Of Summer Adventure

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Thursday, April 20 07:18 “Are we going somewhere?” — our phones buzz with a notification at dawn. It’s sumardagurinn fyrsti,…

Well You Asked: Paw-Some Questions that Bring on the Giggles

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If you were a dog in Reykjavík, where would you go? If I were a dog in Reykjavík, I would…

Giving the Cats of Reykjavík a Chance

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Words: Eldlilja Kaja Heimisdottir Concerned about the number of cats looking for new homes throughout the capital area, Krakkaveldi journalist…

Take It From The Kids – Krakkaveldi-approved travel destinations to plan your next adventure around

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You’ve read the travel blogs, leafed through the latest Frommers and consulted an oracle. But did you ever think to…

Deig’s Bakery Responds to Criticism Over Increased Prices

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Local bakery Deig has found itself in the spotlight after a photo of their menu was shared on Twitter last…

4.2 Magnitude Earthquake Hits North Iceland

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A 4.2 magnitude earthquake struck just west of Grímsey island on the morning of April 18, visir.is reports. The earthquake…

Tragic Drowning in Vestmannaeyjahöfn

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A tragic incident occurred at the harbour of the Westman Islands on the evening of April 11, 2023 when a…

Puffins Return to Grímsey, Bringing Signs of Spring With Them

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Puffins have returned to Grímsey Island ahead of schedule, ruv.is reports. Visitors to the island can expect to see more…

Icelandic Skier Breaks National Record

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Andri Teitsson did something productive with his long weekend, breaking an Icelandic cross-country skiing record by skiing 238.9 kilometers in…

Cat Missing for Six Years Found Safe and Sound

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In a heartwarming tale of lost and found, a cat that went missing in Reykjavík six years ago has been…

Scrapie Discovery in Iceland Triggers Strict Measures for Sheep Farming

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A recent finding of scrapie on a farm in northern Iceland’s Vestur-Húnavatn has resulted in the immediate culling of 690…

Iceland’s First Go-Kart Track in Years Opens in Akureyri

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Excitement is brewing across the country as plans for a new go-kart track in Akureyri are coming to light. Set…

Condor Cancels Scheduled Flights to Akureyri and Egilsstaðir for 2023

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Those hoping to fly direct from Germany to North or East Iceland are out of luck. German airline Condor has…

Pickpocketing On The Rise At Þingvellir National Park

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One of Iceland’s top tourist destinations, Þingvellir National Park has been hit by a spate of pickpocketing incidents over the…

Woman Died After Falling Into Gorge of Glymur Waterfall

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A woman died Wednesday after falling roughly 200 metres into the gorge of Glymur waterfall, visir.is reports. The woman died…

Iceland Named Third Happiest Nation

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According to the 2023 World Happiness Report, Icelanders are the third happiest populace in the world, rounding out the top three…

Trial for Attempted Murder Charges in Club Assault Case

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Reykjavík District Court on Monday began hearings in a case of 30 defendants accused of perpetrating a mass stabbing at…

Toddlers Protest Pre-School Shortage at City Council Meeting

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There is a severe shortage of pre-school spaces for young children in Reykjavík, prompting parents to take their toddlers to…

Iceland to Subsidise Electric Cars for Rental Companies

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The Icelandic government is going to spend ISK 1 billion on subsidies for car rental companies to purchase electric vehicles….

Pool Culture and Laufabrauð Being Registered With UNESCO

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Preparations are underway for the registration of two unique Icelandic cultural practices — swimming pool culture and laufabrauð making —…

From Free Music Video for FM Belfast to Winning Seven Oscars

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From making a free music video for FM Belfast to making a film that has garnered high praise and recognition…

Gunshot Fired at The Dubliner Pub, Suspect in Custody

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A gun was fired at The Dubliner Irish pub in central Reykjavík around 10:30 p.m. Sunday. Eyewitnesses reported seeing the…