When Do Puffins Arrive in Iceland?
The Atlantic puffin (in Icelandic, lundi), is something of a national symbol, with many tourists and Icelanders alike flocking to bird cliffs to catch a
The Atlantic puffin (in Icelandic, lundi), is something of a national symbol, with many tourists and Icelanders alike flocking to bird cliffs to catch a
Update: As of March 8, negotiations between Efling and SA have been concluded. Read more about the contract here. Strikes, short-lasted and contentious negotiations, and
The fact that Icelandic students still learn Danish in school is tied up with the long history of Icelandic-Danish relations. Up until Iceland’s independence in
The classic answer is certainly Reynisfjara, a black sand beach on the South Coast of Iceland. Its location off of Route 1 makes it ideal
For some years now, there has been a shortage in healthcare professionals in Iceland. In fact, despite the relatively high standard of public healthcare, Iceland
Iceland is relatively expensive compared to many other countries but on the other hand, the average salary is higher than in most other countries. There
Iceland does still practice whaling, though its days may be numbered. Due to low market demand, expanded supply from whaling in Japan, and the COVID-19
The conventional date given for the settlement of Iceland is 874, plus or minus a couple of years. In terms of evidence of human activity
In response to a reader request, we present this article from the archives. Feasting Traditions at Christmastime Árni Björnsson (1980) The section on Christian law
A common myth you hear sometimes is that on a clear day, from some places in West Iceland, you can see parts of Greenland. This
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