Author: The Reykjavík Grapevine
‘Let Me Fall’ Star Elín Sif Halldórsdóttir’s Perfect Day in Reykjavík
Elín Sif is one of the lead actors in the icelandic smash hit movie ‘Let Me Fall’ (‘Lof mér að…
This Year’s Must Hears: Our Tracks Of 2018, So Far, Part One
As we drift into autumn and both Airwaves and the end of the year get closer on the horizon, we…
The Invisible Canyon : A Hike In The Windblown Outback Of Landmannahellir
For many Icelanders, the summer isn’t complete without a visit to the vast, desolate heart of Iceland—The Highlands. This region…
Museums in Strange Places #20: A Visit to the War and Peace Museum
Hey there. I’m Hannah. I’m an American museum professional and Fulbright Fellow living in Reykjavík, and I’m the host of…
Good Viibrations: On Tour With Björk & Viibra, A Utopian Photo Diary
Björk’s 2017 album ‘Utopia’ saw her form a unique team to bring her vision into reality, and to tour it…
The Real Lava Experience: A Visit To Vík’s Brand New Icelandic Lava Show
This September, almost 100 years after Katla’s last eruption, a particularly volcanic piece of history is brought back to life….
Life In Pictures: Reykjavík Pride
From August 7th to August 12th, Pride took hold of Reykjavík in its loving hands to celebrate the variety of…
Museums in Strange Places #18: A Visit to Sagnheimar
Hey there. I’m Hannah. I’m an American museum professional and Fulbright Fellow living in Reykjavík, and I’m the host of…
PHOTOS: Detox, Heklina, Drag-súgur & More Bringing You PRIDE
On August 7th, Reykjavík Pride teamed up with Drag-súgur for a drag extravaganza the likes of which has never been seen…
Museums in Strange Places #19: A Visit to Eldheimar
Hey there. I’m Hannah. I’m an American museum professional and Fulbright Fellow living in Reykjavík, and I’m the host of…
Artist Playlist: Acid, Berghain And CGI Vaporwave With Hermigervill
Hermigervill is Sveinbjörn Thorarinsson, an accomplished electronic musician, performer, producer, and ever-present Reykjavík scene mainstay. With some exciting new music…
Cartoons: Climate Struggles With Elín & Lóa
Comic masterminds Lóa and Elín got you covered, even in times of climate apocalypses or just regular Icelandic weather. Lóa:…
Chilli, Curiosities & Comedy: Kimi Tayler’s Perfect Day In Reykjavík
When she’s not paper machéing or riding around Reykjavík on her tricked-out bicycle, comedian, visual artist and self proclaimed ‘Aspiring…
Museums in Strange Places #16: The Penis Museum
Hey there. I’m Hannah. I’m an American museum professional and Fulbright Fellow living in Reykjavík, and I’m the host of…
Cartoons: Cats vs. Babies And Optimistic Nihilists By Elín and Lóa
Cats, yes. Babies, no. Optimistic nihilism: maybe? Here are the latest comics from our resident illustrators Elín and Lóa. See…
Track By Track: ‘Allt í Einu’ by Andi
Andi is an Icelandic electronica producer whose self-titled debut album won him a Grapevine Music Award in 2017. Here, he…
Artist Playlist: Underwater Grooves With Marbendill
In Icelandic mythology, a Marbendill is the male version of a mermaid. It’s also the pseudonym of up and coming…
Best of South Iceland 2018: Best Bar
Southern Iceland is home to most of the most popular tourist routes in Iceland—with good reason. The coastal Ring Road…
Best of South Iceland 2018: Best Café
Southern Iceland is home to most of the most popular tourist routes in Iceland—with good reason. The coastal Ring Road…
Best Of South Iceland 2018: Best Museum/Gallery
Southern Iceland is home to most of the most popular tourist routes in Iceland—with good reason. The coastal Ring Road…
Best Of South Iceland 2018: Best Action Tour
Southern Iceland is home to most of the most popular tourist routes in Iceland—with good reason. The coastal Ring Road…
Best Of South Iceland 2018: Best Sightseeing Tour
Southern Iceland is home to most of the most popular tourist routes in Iceland—with good reason. The coastal Ring Road…
Best Of South Iceland 2018: Best Road Trip
Southern Iceland is home to most of the most popular tourist routes in Iceland—with good reason. The coastal Ring Road…
Best Of South Iceland 2018: Best Hike
Southern Iceland is home to most of the most popular tourist routes in Iceland—with good reason. The coastal Ring Road…