Contrary to popular belief, Iceland’s volcanoes are relatively quiet right now
Iceland is a very geologically active country, there’s no question about it. There are frequent earthquake swarms, large earthquakes (over 3 on the Ri...
The largest scout moot ever held in Iceland starts tomorrow
Around 4000 scouts and 1000 volunteers are getting ready for the 15th World Scout Moot in Iceland, which starts tomorrow. Setting up and planning such...
Icelanders named in Panama papers buy ISK at a 20% discount
RÚV reports that 21 Icelanders who’s names came up in the notorious Panama papers, purchased large amounts of ISK (Icelandic króna) at a 20% dis...
Uncertainty about legality of parking fees at Hraunfossar waterfalls
RÚV reports that after meeting with representatives from the Environment Agency of Iceland, landowners at Hraunfossar waterfalls are unsure about whet...
Reykjavík Excursions receives Viator’s 2017 Travel Awards
Reykjavík Excursions, one of Iceland’s largest tour operators, recently received Viator’s Top Rated Award. Viator recognizes Reykjavík Excursions as a...
Glacier exhibition in Reykjavik – A milestone for the Icelandic Museum of Natural History
The Icelandic Museum of Natural History recently signed a contract with Perla Nordursins holding company about housing large-scale exhibitions about I...
Sweden’s Prime Minister likes to “throw sandwich” in the Swedish nature
The Swedes are always up to something fun out in nature. Apparently, “Kasta macka” or “throwing sandwiches” is on the list of top 5 things for prime m...
Possible whale sanctuary in the Vestman Islands
The municipality of the Vestman Islands and Merlin Entertainment are looking into the possibility to establish a Whale sanctuary for captive whales by...