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The Yule Lads

These are 13 different figures from Icelandic folklore and are the Icelandic version to Santa Claus.

Snow all over

The winter is surely here. By the 1st of December, there is snow everywhere

November has been good

November weather has been good in the North of Iceland, even though it is the sixth week of winter there has hardly been any snow on the fields.

Lights on the Christmas tree

There will be a festive moment at the Town Hall Square on Saturday, when the lights will be turned on the town's Christmas tree.

Good autumn in Grímsey

The weather has been exceptionally good north of the Arctic Circle for the past few weeks—sunny and calm day after day.

Fiske Celebrations

On last Saturday, the Fiske-Celebration took place in Grímsey, as is the custom every year.

Lonely Planet recommends Hrísey

"The small island of Hrisey is a 15-minute ferry ride from the North Iceland village of Árkógssandur, but it’s a world away from the hustle of the Ring Road.

Womens strike

Roughly one hundred thousand women in Iceland went on a strike yesterday and women in Akureyri were no exception.

Cosy Days

The Annual Cosy Days have started. Enjoy treating yourself at Cosy Days with concerts, exhibitions and various events happening around the town.