bits and pieces from the northern island.
Icelandic weather is a commom conversational topic, so let’s spend a few more words on it. Only a couple of days ago the weather looked very promising. The air felt warmer, white clouds were hanging low and fluffy in the sky, the wind was giving us a break, and it was sunny for more than … Read the full article →
The cold is enveloping Reykjavík, with temperatures as low as -10°C — and less. It’s December, after all, isn’t it? It’s supposed to be cold. A bit of fresh air cannot hurt. Trivial note: I just bought a pair of gloves that actually allow to handle a camera without having my hands turn into icicle … Read the full article →
It’s true: I’m still wearing double socks and I wouldn’t dare going out without a scarf or two. But it doesn’t matter, ’cause I’m a sissy and everybody knows it. Today is the First Day of Summer in Iceland. And this year this date marks also the start of Easter celebrations. Jeez, it’s Thursday already. … Read the full article →
After all the fuss of the last days, when the whole world was hungry for details and information about local volcanos going bonkers, at least some peace has been restored. Everybody feels safer now that air travel companies and travel agencies seem to have reaffirmed the victory of human power over nature – and everybody … Read the full article →