Blog

Learn more about Reykjavik’s annual Gay Pride event which continues to grow in size and popularity every year.

Learn more about Iceland’s Merchant’s Holiday or Frídagur verslunarmanna, which celebrates the beginning of worker’s rights. From Berjaya Hotels

In the northwestern corner of Iceland, you’ll find the Westfjords, one of our country’s best-kept secrets. This huge peninsula is off the beaten path, but it’s home to some truly stunning scenery. If solitude and natural beauty are your cup of tea, the Westfjords are what you’re after.

Elves are deeply embedded in Icelandic culture. Medieval tales of Viking battles with elves and trolls has transcended generations, remaining a traditional part of Icelandic upbringing.

Few professions are as deeply ingrained in Icelandic society as fishing. For centuries, Icelanders have been sustained by the food we harvest from the sea. Every year on the first Sunday in June, we celebrate seafarers of all stripes in the Fisherman’s Day festival.

There’s a good reason why Þingvellir National Park is one of the most visited tourist destinations in Iceland. Just an hour’s drive from Reykjavik, this geological wonder is rich with history and natural beauty. Whether you want to camp or are just interested in a day trip, Þingvellir should definitely be on your list of things to see.

Every country has a national holiday, and in Iceland, we celebrate on June 17. Icelandic National Day observes the foundation of the Republic of Iceland, as well as our independence from Denmark. The date marks the birthday of Jón Sigurðsson, the leader of the Icelandic independence movement during the 19th century.

In Iceland, we’re proud of our Viking heritage. Nowhere is that sentiment more apparent than at the annual Viking Festival, held at the Viking Village in Hafnarfjörður. Just a short drive or bus ride from Reykjavik, the Viking Festival takes place every year in mid-June. It’s a great time of year to get outside and make merry.

A bit off the beaten path, Reykjanes peninsula is a truly unique destination. Home to the international airport, this up-and-coming part of Iceland has its own distinct flavor. If you want to get a taste of Iceland’s small towns, but don’t want to stray too far away from your next flight, Reykjanes is the perfect place to visit.

Þórbergssetur, The Writers’ Museum, is located between Skaftafell Park and Höfn. The museum was built in memory of author Þórbergur Þórðarson in 2006. Inside are exhibits that tell the story of Þórbergur’s life (1888-1974) and his artistic vocation, as well as a display of the work by other famous Icelandic writers.