Author: Steve Ganey
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Don’t Forget Your Speedo!
by Steve Ganey
Here’s a fun activity: Go to your nearest pool and start swimming. Swim around until your arms get tired, your…
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Going South: Road Tripping For N00bs
by Steve Ganey
The classic road trip is as old as roads themselves. Planning a road trip shouldn’t be a daunting task, but…
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Horseback Riding In The West: The Norse Horse
by Steve Ganey
Whether you’re looking for a tranquil stroll through the beautiful Icelandic countryside, or an exhilarating jaunt, this trip has got…
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The Golden Circle Is Thus Called For A Reason
by Steve Ganey
With a couple friends coming for a very short visit to Iceland, I was faced with that classic travel dilemma:…
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Team Iceland Triumphs In Mexico
by Steve Ganey
Team Iceland took the gold medal in the Young Men’s Division 3 (B Group) Ice Hockey World Championship in Mexico…
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The Art Of Death
by Steve Ganey
The National Gallery of Iceland, Fríkirkjuveguyr 7, runs until May 15, FreeDeath. It is something we must all face someday,…
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Pucks In Motion
by Steve Ganey
An ironic lack of ice in Iceland let hockey long go unnoticed in the world of Icelandic sports. But thanks…
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Icelander Going To Space
by Steve Ganey
Gísli Gíslason will be among the passengers of Virgin Galactic’s maiden voyage, which would make him the first second Icelander…
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Skyr’s New Partner In Crime
by Steve Ganey
Skyr. It’s creamy, filling, and good for you. It’s cheap. It comes in so many flavours. Everyone loves it. How…
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Sequences Art Festival Is Back
by Steve Ganey
Select Venues around Reykjavík. April 1 – 10, More info at www.sequences.isSequences 2011 will present a wide array of performances,…
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Dogsledding In Iceland: Puppy Love
by Steve Ganey
Dog-powered vehicles might not be the most efficient way to travel, but it’s probably the cutest. For dog-lovers, an Icelandic…
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Eat, Eat, And Eat Some More
by Steve Ganey
Bolludagur, Sprengidagur, and Öskudagur: an Icelandic holiday trifecta of food and fun. They take place on the three days leading…
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Prepare For Battle At Sódóma!
by Steve Ganey
Six bands square off at Sódóma on Saturday for the honor of playing at Wacken Open Air, a massive outdoor…
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Today Is Beer Day!
by Steve Ganey
Beer. It comes in countless colours and flavours. It’s been around for centuries. It’s drunk around the world. And it…
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Around The World At Reykjavik University
by Steve Ganey
The International Department of Reykjavik University is having their annual International Day on campus today from 11:00 – 13:00. The…
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‘Future of Hope’ Returns To Iceland
by Steve Ganey
…Following EDDA NominationWhen filmmaker Henry Bateman set out to create a film about Iceland’s economy, he had little knowledge of…
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New Music Festival Hits Reykjavik
by Steve Ganey
Reykjavik welcomes a new music festival this month called, BERGEN-REYKJAVIK-NUUK, which celebrates the relationship between Norway, Iceland, and Greenland. The…
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Glacier Walking On Sólheimajökull: Water, Water, Everywhere
by Steve Ganey
We all dream of the perfect vacation, filled with unforgettable moments and taking brochure-worthy photos to make our Facebook buddies…