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Word Of The Issue: Hálkurök

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Throughout Iceland’s wintertime weather reports, you will frequently see the word “hálka.” This refers to the icy conditions, usually brought…

Ask A Philosopher: What Led To The 2008 Crash?

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As we look back on the 10th anniversary of the post-crash protests that brought down the Icelandic government, the root…

The Big Chill: Subzero Temperatures Across Iceland This Week

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No matter where you might be in Iceland this week, you’d better bundle up—temperatures are expected to dip well below…

Town Guide: Glaciers, History & Restaurants Galore In Höfn

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The seaside town of Höfn in Hornafjörður is just off the edge of the main South Iceland tourist trail. Lying…

Australian Couple Suing Tour Company After Being Lost For 7 Hours In Storm

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An Australian couple are asking for 4 million ISK in damages from Mountaineers of Iceland, in direct response to being…

WARNING: Falling Icicle Alert Issued For Reykjavik

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Reykjavík Metropolitan Area Police have issued a warning advising people to take care when walking downtown, as there is a…

Chilly, Snowy, And Sunny: The Weather This Week In Reykjavik

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This week in Reykjavík looks to be a winter wonderland. According to the latest forecast from the Icelandic Met Office,…

Safari of the North: Hunting for Northern Lights

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I immediately regret the sun having fooled me into not dressing properly when we are waiting for the bus from…

Brace Yourself, Winter Is Upon Us

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Iceland’s Road and Coastal Administration is warning of a short but powerful storm due to hit the southwest of Iceland…

VIDEO: A Day in The Life Of A Glacier Tour Guide In Iceland

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Francesco Li Vigni is a glacier tour guide for Arctic Adventures. Originally from Palermo, Sicily, he came to Iceland after…

Snow Storm To Hit The Westfjords Today

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Snow and high winds can be expected in the Westfjords today, a region where avalanches can be a serious problem….

Weather In Iceland This Week: Starts Like Winter, Ends Like Autumn

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Low temperatures and snow are going to be prominent through most of the week, but as the weekend approaches, the…

Severe Wind Storm In North Iceland Today And Tomorrow

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Winds at speeds from 35 to 50 metres per second can be expected across North Iceland today, according to the…

Happening This Week: Our Picks!

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The first weeks of January—we’re all broke, cold, and desperate for entertainment. But never fear, dear readers, here are your…

Stormy Weather Across Western Iceland, Up To 20° In The East This Week

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This week is going to bring plenty of rain and wind to western Iceland, while the east will remain dry,…

Icelandic Road Administration Issues Reindeer Warning

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If you are driving in northeast Iceland, keep your eyes peeled for reindeer. As RÚV reports, a large herd of…

Dyrhólaey: South Iceland’s Most Awe-Inspiring Viewpoint

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Ten minutes drive from Vík, Dyrhólaey is named after a stone arch that was eroded by the ocean from the…

There’s A New Ramen In Town: Hi Noodle Prioritises Authenticity & Consistency

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Reykjavík foodies have long lamented the relative lack of Asian cuisines in this city that are readily available is most…

New Years In Iceland: Less Pollution, No Serious Fireworks Injuries

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Fireworks either got cleaner this year, or fewer people exploded them, because while air pollution over New Year’s was high,…

Weather On New Year’s Eve: Cloud Cover For Most Of Country Likely

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What kind of weather you can expect on New Year’s Eve in Iceland depends entirely on what part of the…

Questions Raised About Fatal Traffic Accident In Iceland Today

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More details have come in regarding the traffic accident that claimed three lives this morning, but the exact cause remains…