The Blue Diary
The Museum of Icelandic Sorcery and Witchcraft yes, it’s a thing
Do you know what necropants are? If you have the stomach for learning about them and other sorcery-related stuff, make sure you visit the Museum of Icelandic Sorcery and Witchcraft in Hólmavík.
What do the colors of the Icelandic flag represent?
One would think there would be a long and interesting epic saga about the colors in the Icelandic flag and their meaning. Unfortunately, no.
Can you actually buy roasted sheep heads in jelly in stores?
Yes, of course, you can! Who doesn’t like to eat roasted sheep cheeks, tongues, etc., mashed into bits and covered in jelly?
New activities in Iceland in 2018
When we wanted to see what’s new and interesting for travelers in Iceland in 2018, we looked to see what the good people at Startup Tourism in Iceland are up to. Some of the activities are very interesting!
3 common misconceptions about Iceland
You’ve all heard rumours, seen memes or an exaggerated version of Iceland and Icelanders in TV shows or movies. We’re here to tell you that not all of it’s real!
When is spring in Iceland? Icelandic seasons explained
When is spring in Iceland? Sometimes it feels like: Never. But that’s not true. It’s in late March until the middle of June.
The best ways to enjoy the midnight sun
If you’re lucky enough to be in Iceland when the midnight sun appears, you’re in for a treat, if you bought a sleep mask!
What is Brennivin schnapps? AKA “Black Death”
Black Death was a nasty plague and luckily, our Brennivín booze has nothing to do with the pandemic.
The raven – Iceland’s smartest bird
Ravens have been a part of Iceland since the settlement. According to legend, the first person to settle in Iceland was Hrafna-Flóki or Raven-Flóki.