The Eastfjord’s Prophetess – Folklore Friday
At the summit of Hólmaháls, just above the road, lies the grave mound of a Völva, or prophetess, who has been believed to protect Reyðarfjörður and Eskifjörður from sea attacks for centuries. W...
2 Aug 20245min
The Lore Behind the Northern Lights in Iceland – Folklore Friday
In the mystic landscapes of Iceland, the northern lights weave tales as ancient as the glaciers. According to some Icelandic folklore, these shimmering lights are more than just natural phenomena. Thi...
26 Jul 20248min
Your Complete Guide to Celebrate Pride in Reykjavík, Iceland
Whether you’re part of the LGBTQ+ community or an ally, visiting Iceland during Pride is an unforgettable experience. This guide will delve into why you should consider timing your visit to coincide w...
24 Jul 202417min
Bárður The Guardian of Iceland’s Snæfellsnes Peninsula – Folklore Friday
This episode is part of my Folklore Friday series where I am sharing a folklore story every Friday in 2024. Bárður’s Background Bárður’s mother was human, while his father was half giant (risi) and ha...
19 Jul 202410min
The Icelandic Waterfall of the Gods – Folklore Friday
This episode is part of my Folklore Friday series where I am sharing a folklore story every Friday in 2024. Back in the year 1000 AD Þorgeir, the Law Speaker in Althingi or Icelandic Parliament, made ...
12 Jul 20245min
My Life After Being in Iceland for 8 Years
The last 8 years have been a whirlwind for me but I have loved the journey. This is a relatively short episode but I thought it would be nice to give some insight into my life since I moved in 2016. I...
10 Jul 20248min
Iceland’s Tragic Ghost Children – Folklore Friday
This episode is part of my Folklore Friday series where I am sharing a folklore story every Friday in 2024. Who are Iceland’s Ghost Children? with what’s known as a child ghost. The tale begins when a...
5 Jul 20246min
The Mysterious Hot Spring Bird – Folklore Friday
This episode is part of my Folklore Friday series where I am sharing a folklore story every Friday in 2024. What is a Hot Spring Bird? This is a relatively short folklore story but is one that might i...
28 Jun 20246min
