On day five of our Iceland trip, we visited the Goðafoss waterfall. While we were there, I decided to record audio of the relaxing water sounds. The waterfall was huge and beautiful. I wanted to get pictures of it from as many angles as possible, but because of fences, you could only go so...
A Day in Reykjavik
On our last full day in Iceland, some of us on the trip decided to spend the day in the city of Reykjavik which ended up being a very eventful day. The main thing that we wanted to do that day was get tattoos! I thought it would be a really fun souvenir, and...
The Thirteen Icelandic Yule Lads
The Icelandic Yule Lads, known as “Jólasveinar” in Icelandic, are a mischievous bunch of characters who play a central role in Icelandic Christmas traditions. According to folklore, these Yule Lads are the sons of Gryla, a fearsome giantess, and her husband Leppaludi. Each year, they descend from their mountain home one by one in...
Icelandic Food Diaries
Exploring Icelandic snack foods is like going on a tasty adventure, where every bite is a surprise waiting to be discovered. From salty to sweet, Iceland has snacks for every craving. Whether you’re munching on the famous licorice, crunching on local potato chips, or enjoying creamy skyr-based treats, each snack gives you a peek...
Cascading Tales: Exploring Iceland’s Waterfall Wonders
One of my favorite parts of Iceland was exploring the incredible waterfalls. My two favorite waterfalls were the Glymur and Godafoss, which I am going to highlight in this story! Trekking to the lower viewpoint of Glymur waterfall in the midst of winter was an expedition into a world transformed by the season’s icy...
A Culinary Adventure in Iceland
Throughout my time in Iceland, I got to experience many different foods that are unique to Iceland and I have not seen in the United States. As the chilly Icelandic winds swept across the cozy café patio, my friends and I huddled around a rustic wooden table, each clutching a steaming mug of Swiss...
Journeying Through Iceland’s Glacial Majesty
edited sound of snow and walking with crampons Stepping onto the glacier, I felt a rush of exhilaration mingle with a tinge of apprehension. The ice stretched out before me, vast and imposing, its surface adorned with shimmering patterns carved by nature’s hand. With each step, the crunch of snow beneath my feet echoed...
Kaylie’s Tales From Reykjavik
We spent the last 2 nights of our trip in the capital city of Reykjavik, Iceland. Here we had some amazing experiences that I will never forget. This was highlighted by seeing the Northern Lights, wondering the city, and hearing from an Icelandic native. slightly edited picture of the Northern Lights Emerging from the...
Creating “Digital” Storytelling Iceland
It was a crisp March afternoon when we gathered at the Iceland Air counter at Dulles International Airport. Excitement filled the air as we prepared for our long-awaited journey to Iceland, each exploring Fire and Ice. At 7:40 PM, flight FI644 took off, carrying us towards our adventure. We settled into our seats, watching...
Post Card to Grandma 1 Word At a Time
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