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The unpredictable nature of the Icelandic nature never seizes to amaze. Or catch visitors by surprise. That’s why we asked the Icelandic search-and-rescue professionals ICE-SAR what are the best ways to stay safe when exploring the incredible country.

Yes, you read right. Beer Day. Even though Icelanders have a reputation of being big drinkers, beer has been legal only since March 1, 1989. So why not celebrate the end of the 74-year prohibition annually!

Amongst all of the other things happening in Iceland, there are a number of international conferences located there as well. Here is our list of the conferences being held in Iceland this year.

Here is our quick "top 5" listing of the restaurants that you need to check out during your Iceland trip.

Learn more about fishing in Iceland, both freshwater and in the ocean.

Learn about Iceland's first female president, Vigdis Fimmbogadottir. Much beloved, her election made history.

One of the many quirks of this country is it's surprisingly high literacy rate. Literacy in Iceland is universal, and has been since the early 18th century.

Before you go on an actual whale watching tour out to sea, get to know these amazing creatures at the Whales of Iceland exhibition.

Winter is naturally the darkest time of year – and up north „dark“ means pitch black for a very long portion of the day. But that just makes a visit to Iceland in the wintertime more exotic! What are the best things to do in the different Berjaya Hotels towns in midwinter and how do locals survive the dark months until spring?

The launch of Slippbarinn's new Steam Punk cocktail menu draws ever closer. Here we present four of the eight new drinks that will be available soon, so you know what to order when you step into this Reykjavík Marina based cocktail heaven.