Author: Gitte Van der Meersch
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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,…
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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…
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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…
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Paradise Found: Our First Day Of Summer Adventure
by Iryna Zubenko and Gitte Van der Meersch
Thursday, April 20 07:18 “Are we going somewhere?” — our phones buzz with a notification at dawn. It’s sumardagurinn fyrsti,…
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Well You Asked: Paw-Some Questions that Bring on the Giggles
by Gitte Van der Meersch and Iryna Zubenko
If you were a dog in Reykjavík, where would you go? If I were a dog in Reykjavík, I would…
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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…
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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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….
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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 —…
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From Free Music Video for FM Belfast to Winning Seven Oscars
From making a free music video for FM Belfast to making a film that has garnered high praise and recognition…
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Gunshot Fired at The Dubliner Pub, Suspect in Custody
A gun was fired at The Dubliner Irish pub in central Reykjavík around 10:30 p.m. Sunday. Eyewitnesses reported seeing the…