Parker O'Halloran

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5 good reasons to live in Iceland

Many who visit Iceland leave thinking, "I wouldn't mind living there." Here are some compelling reasons why they might be on to something.

GET INSPIRED

Handpicked articles to get you inspired by Iceland

Icelandic sweet buns

Iceland's Bolludagur - Cream Bun Day

The sweetest Icelandic tradition.

Iceland bucket list adventure on Breiðamerkurjökull Glacier

Iceland bucket list

Sea kayaking in East Iceland. Photo: Thrainn Kolbeinsson

Austurland Guide

Cod wings and fries from the Slippuriin Food truck at the harbor in the Westman Islands, Iceland. Photo: Anders & Kaitlin

Iceland Food Map

Hákarl is a national dish of Iceland consisting of a Greenland shark cured through fermentation and hung to dry for four to five months.

Þorrablót: A Table Full of Tradition

Kirkjufell with Northern Lights

West Iceland Guide

Rafters and kayaker enter a big drop into whitewater on Austari Jökulsá (East Glacial River) with Viking Rafting. Photo: Mirto Diego Menghetti

Chilled Thrills: Paddling North Iceland's pristine glacial rivers with Viking Rafting

Sea kayaking in East Iceland. Photo: Thrainn Kolbeinsson

Austurland Guide

Blue Lagoon Iceland

Reykjanes Guide

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HUMAN: Sculpture Exhibition by Steinunn Thórarinsdóttir

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Imagine Peace Tower on Videy Island, Iceland

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Imagine Peace Tower

On October 9th, 2024, the Imagine Peace Tower will be lit on Viðey Island in Reykjavík Harbor i...

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Wax your skis, harness the dogs, and saddle up—it’s time for the Mývatn Winter Festival!

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