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Christmas and New Years in Iceland

Fri, 11 Dec 2020 14:28:00 +0000

Get aquainted with traditions during the holiday season in Iceland. Thirteen Yulelads, Leaf bread and something called the Christmas Cat.

Reykjavík Pride brings Rainbows to Iceland!

Wed, 01 Aug 2018 10:07:00 +0000

The year 2018 marks the 20th annual Reykjavík Pride, the biggest festival in Iceland! An estimated 200 000 people join the celebrations and visitors from all around Europe, the Americas and other parts of the world join the fun.

Understanding Icelandic Names

Sat, 02 Jun 2018 17:58:00 +0000

Iceland is very unique in terms of how it names its sons and daughters. A holdover from the countrys ancient roots, Icelanders still use Patronyms.

Celebrate the First Day Of Summer!

Thu, 19 Apr 2018 14:24:00 +0000

Never underestimate the enthusiasm with which Nordic people welcome the summer season.

Iceland's two Valentine's Days

Sun, 11 Feb 2018 10:32:00 +0000

If you visit Iceland in February, you will find that Valentines Day is not a big thing here at least yet because in Iceland there are so many other things to celebrate in midwinter. Including two separate days to remember your Significant Other.

Iceland in February

Thu, 18 Jan 2018 13:34:00 +0000

Five Great Reasons to stop by in Iceland in February

Secret Solstice 2017

Fri, 07 Jul 2017 14:36:00 +0000

A glimpse of Secret Solstice music festival

Kate's Best of Reykjavík

Thu, 29 Jun 2017 13:03:00 +0000

Whether you're here on an extended layover or for a fully-fledged vacation, making a rough outline of priorities will ensure you maximize your time, while leaving room for the spontaneous.

Icelandic Festivals - May to November 2017

Tue, 28 Mar 2017 13:23:00 +0000

Icelanders plain and simple just love festivals. Throughout the year there are many festivals and events held all over the country. Whether it be a music, activity or simply camping together. And for some the music and art scene is the biggest draw. Iceland offers anything from one-venue happenings to impressive multi-venue festivals where on show there are along with Icelandic talents often performances by international acts and artists. This is also a lovely way to meet the locals who especially in the smaller towns are very involved with the festival and proud to share the experience with their visitors. The summer ahead is no different. Here you have a little sneak peek on what Iceland has to offer this year.

We want to make people happy

Thu, 31 Mar 2016 09:36:00 +0000

What is it like to run a hotel in the growing tourism boom in Iceland? Two Berjaya Hotel managers tell about their jobs and why they ended up in the hospitality business in the first place. Fludir Margaret Runolfsdóttir and her husband Gudmundur...

Why Iceland celebrates Beer Day

Fri, 26 Feb 2016 10:00:00 +0000

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!

The Icelandic Swimming Pool Culture

Mon, 04 Jan 2016 10:39:00 +0000

Planning to experience the pools of Iceland? Nervous about how to go about the facilities? Never fear, our guide to proper swimming pool conduct is here! Going to the swimming pool is practically the official national pass-time in Iceland so it is definitely something you should enjoy on your visit, too.

Iceland's Famous Culture Night

Tue, 29 Sep 2015 14:20:00 +0000

Learn about Iceland's annual Culture Night, locally known as Menningarnótt.

Essential Icelandic - 12 Key Phrases

Wed, 19 Aug 2015 17:12:00 +0000

Most Icelanders are taught english at a young age, but learning some of the language is always a nice gesture in a foreign country.

What Its Like for an American to Live in Iceland

Tue, 18 Aug 2015 14:02:00 +0000

I am an American, married to an Icelandic woman, that lived in Iceland for two years from 2006 to 2008. The following is a distilled version of my experiences and opinions of living in Iceland. By David Brooks.

Iceland Bedtime Stories for a Winters Eve

Thu, 04 Dec 2014 20:38:00 +0000

Learn more about a fun activity offered at Berjaya Reykjavik Natura Hotel - Bedtime stories! And around the holidays, you might listem to the tale of Gryla, the Yule lads and other colorful characters.

Festivals in Reykjavik

Thu, 24 Jul 2014 12:18:00 +0000

No matter what the weather is, we Icelanders love to party. Our capital city is home to many world-class festivals, many of which have become popular within the international community. Its hard to pick favorites, but there are a few that belong on the top shelf. Here are our top five festivals in Reykjavik.

Reykjaviks Annual Gay Pride Event

Sat, 28 Jun 2014 14:51:00 +0000

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

Icelands Merchants Holiday

Sat, 28 Jun 2014 14:41:00 +0000

Learn more about Icelands Merchants Holiday or Frídagur verslunarmanna, which celebrates the beginning of workers rights. From Berjaya Hotels

Fisherman´s Day in Iceland

Tue, 27 May 2014 10:37:00 +0000

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 Fishermans Day festival.