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

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.

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

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

If you visit Iceland in February, you will find that Valentine‘s 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.

Five Great Reasons to stop by in Iceland in February

A glimpse of Secret Solstice music festival

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.

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.