Author: - The Reykjavik Grapevine

It’s hard not to miss the Icelandic sweater or ‘lopapeysa’ on your visit to the country. This wool is not…

So, you’re visiting Iceland for the first time, and you want to experience as much of Iceland’s culture as possible,…

As the ferry Herjólfur enters the narrow opening into the harbour of Heimaey at night, the sight of Ystiklettur and…

Inspired by urbanist William H. Whyte’s work in New York, a group of young Icelandic architects (plus one music composer…

When we arrive to the BSÍ terminal early in the morning, the air is crisp and clear and it looks…

After a few weeks in Reykjavík, I immediately felt welcome, and it was easy to adjust to everyday life. As…

Czech singer/songwriter Markéta Irglová has returned to Iceland and will perform along with her band at KEX Hostel’s Gym&Tonic lounge…

Walking down the main shopping street in Reykjavík, it is hard to miss the abundance of lava jewellery for sale….

Ojba Rasta is an eleven-piece dub/reggae band formed in 2009. In addition to obvious Jamaican influences, the band says they…

Today is Bun Day, or Bolludagur, which is celebrated on the Monday before Lent starts, seven weeks before Easter. On…

I first heard of The Reykjavík Grapevine in 2009 when my significant other returned from a 10-day trip to Iceland…

An interview with Eric Eymard on his creative video projectFrench expatriate Eric Eymard moved to Iceland several years ago and…