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Öll viðtölin úr þætti dagsins ásamt símatíma: Gunnar Birgisson íþróttafréttamaður um HM í knattspyrnu sem hefst í dag Agnes Ósk Marzellíusardóttir lögreglufulltrúi í fjármunabrotadeild um netsvik Símatími Guðmundur Andri Thorsson rithöfundur og fyrrverandi þingmaður Samfylkingarinnar um brottfararstöð Már Wolfgang Mixa dósent við Viðskiptafræðideild HÍ um vexti og verðbólgu hér heima og í Bandaríkjunum Valdimar Óskarsson netöryggisfræðingur og framkvæmdastjóri Keystrike um stafrænt fullveldi Íslands Andri Snær Magnason rithöfundur um myndina Time and Water

Öll viðtölin úr þætti dagsins ásamt símatíma: Björgvin Víkingsson framkvæmdastjóri Bónus um sjálfsafgreiðslu og sjampó Guðrún Heimisdóttir annar stofnenda Hvað nú Ásdís Kristjánsdóttir bæjarstjóri Kópavogs og Bragi Bjarnason bæjastjóri Árborgar hækka ekki gjaldskrár umfram 2,5% Sigurdís Haraldsdóttir krabbameinslæknir og prófessor við læknadeild Háskóla Íslands Ilmur Dögg Níelsdóttir Daníel Tristan Guðjohnsen leikmaður Íslenska landsliðsins sem hitti Messi

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Öll viðtölin úr þætti dagsins ásamt símatíma: Þorsteinn Hallgrímsson íslandsmeistari í golfi og golfsérfræðingur um afrek Gunnlaugs Árna Sveinssonar sem komst inná opna bandaríska meistaramótið í golfi Diljá Mist Einarsdóttir þingmaður Sjálfstæðisflokksins Símatími Bergþór Ólason þingmaður Miðflokksins um níðstöng við Alþingi, innviðafélag og þinglok Ingi Björn Sigurðsson ekkill Einar Sveinbjörnsson veðurfræðingur hjá Veðurvaktinni og Blika um blautt og þurrt veður og Super El Niño Elísabet Reykdal Jóhannesdóttir húð- og kynsjúkdómalæknir hjá Heilsuklasanum ræddi við okkur um sólarvörn og brúnkukrem

Í þættinum í dag ræða Ólafur og Andri um biskupssetrið Skálholt sem var um sjö aldir einn helsti höfuðstaður landsins.Biskupsstóllinn í Skálholti var stofnaður árið 1056, skömmu eftir kristnitökuna á Íslandi. Skálholt varð miðstöð kirkjulegs valds og þróaðist jafnframt í auðugt stórbýli sem safnaði miklum eignum og varð eitt helsta mennta- og lærdómssetur landsins. Á blómaskeiði Skálholts á 13. öld bjuggu þar tugir manna og má segja að þar hafi verið vísir að þéttbýli.Undir lok 18. aldar færðist stjórnsýsla og áhrifavald í vaxandi mæli til Reykjavíkur, og árið 1801 voru biskupsstólarnir í Skálholti og á Hólum lagðir niður. Þá mátti hinn forni höfuðstaður muna fífil sinn fegurri.Hlaðvarpið Söguskoðun má nálgast hér:Soguskodun.com | soguskodun@gmail.comEinnig á Facebook og Youtube. Hægt er að styrkja hlaðvarpið hér.

Are you enjoying this? Are you not? Tell us what to do more of, and what you'd like to hear less of. The Reykjavík Grapevine's Iceland Roundup brings you the top news with a healthy dash of local views. In this episode, Grapevine publisher Jón Trausti Sigurðarson is joined by Grapevine's Editor-in-Chief Bart Cameron, and Grapevine friend and contributor Sindri Eldon to roundup the stories making headlines in recent weeks. On the docket this week are: Should Iceland's National Poet, Jónas Hallgrímsson, Be Dug UpJónas Hallgrímsson was a poet and writer who was born in 1807. In 1845 he died after falling down a flight of stairs in Copenhagen whilst drunk. For the past 30 years his birthday, 16 November, has been celebrated as The Day Of The Icelandic Language. In 1946 his remains were moved to Iceland and buried in a new Icelandic national burial ground in Þingvellir. Whether or not it were in fact his remains that were moved from Denmark and buried in Þingvellir remains shrouded in mystery. Not least because the main proponent for finding the remains and moving them was convinced he was in telepathic communication with Jónas, and that communication was the main source of figuring out where the remains were to be found. The ridicule surrounding that led to nobody else ever being buried on the location, and aside from the alleged remains of Jónas Hallgrímsson, another poet, Einar Benediktsson also rests in the sacral plot. Now, documentary makers want to dig up those remains and subject them to a DNA analysis to figure out whether it is in fact Jónas that was buried there, or — as was the popular joke in the 1940s — if it was in fact a Danish baker. A 4,5 Earthquake Just East Of ReykjavíkMonday 1 June saw a 4,5 earthquake with over 1100 subsequent smaller quakes happen in a place called Svínahraun, just east of Reykjavík, near the Hellisheiði geothermal power plant. The area is geologically active, so this is in a sense not an unusual development, although such a large earthquake is rare. In other geologically related news, vulcanologists, geologists and the people of Grindavík are still waiting for the next eruption to matieralise near that town and the Blue Lagoon. However, new research on that volcanic system has indicated that even though the magma chamber under the Blue Lagoon has by now built up more magma than before all of the previous eruptions, an eruption might not take place at all. In Iceland, Your Name Can Now Be SnowRegularly, the Icelandic Naming Committee decides what names our children can and can not have. This week the committee decided that children can be named “Snjór” or snow, “Molly” and “Sifjar” to name a few. The names Mikhael and Danivaan were however rejected.Rapyd Lays Off 40 People, Citing AIOne of Iceland's few payment providers, Rapyd, announced recently that they have laid off 40 people, and replaced them with AI. In the past few years Rapyd has been experiencing some business problems, so the word on the street is that perhaps the whole AI framing is just a ploy to mask actual financial difficulties, or if not, perhaps these are the first AI related mass layoffs in IcelandSupport the show------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------SHOW SUPPORTDonate to the Grapevine here:https://support.grapevine.isYou can also support the Grapevine by shopping in our online store:https://shop.grapevine.is------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------This is a Reykjavík Grapevine podcast.The Reykjavík Grapevine is a free alternative magazine in English published 18 times per year, biweekly during the spring and summer, and monthly during the autumn and winter. The magazine covers everything Iceland-related, with a special focus culture, music, food and travel. The Reykjavík Grapevine's goal is to serve as a trustworthy and reliable source of information for those living in Iceland, visiting Iceland or interested in Iceland. Thanks to our dedicated readership and excellent distribution network, the Reykjavík Grapevine is Iceland's most read English-language publication.You may not agree with what we write or publish, but at least it's not sponsored content.www.grapevine.is

Are you enjoying this? Are you not? Tell us what to do more of, and what you'd like to hear less of. The Reykjavík Grapevine's Iceland Roundup brings you the top news with a healthy dash of local views. In this episode, Grapevine publisher Jón Trausti Sigurðarson is joined by Grapevine's Editor-in-Chief Bart Cameron, and Grapevine friend and contributor Sindri Eldon to roundup the stories making headlines in recent weeks. On the docket this week are: The Russian Spying Vessel Yuri Ivanov Within Iceland's Exclusive Economic ZoneSince a Nato exercise in the North-Atlantic in May, the Russian spying vessel Yuri Ivanov has been sailing within Iceland's 200 mile Oceanic Exlusive Economic Zone, and is now west of Iceland, which is highly unusual. The Icelandic coastguard has been watching the vessel and the Icelandic Foreign Ministry says it poses no threat. Around 70-80% Of Iceland's Farmsteads Do Not Engage In Traditional Farming The Agriculture University of Iceland held a seminar to discuss a new report on who owns farmland in Iceland. Around 600 farms are owned by estates of deceased farmer, and 13% of farms in Iceland are not in any use, while between 70-80% of farmland is generally not used for traditional farming. The report also points out that around 40 farms are owned by two foreign billionaires, one of which Jim Ratcliffe, is also the fourth largest holder of farmland in Iceland, behind the Icelandic state, municipalities and the Icelandic church. The report creates questions about whether or not current laws in Iceland on farms need modifications to deal with a changed reality in the use or - as in this case - the non-use, of farmland, and does actually suggest that changes should be made to the law to deal with specific aspects, such as unclear ownership, unclear use, foreign ownership, and better data collection with regards to use and ownership, citing numerous cases where such changes have been made in recent years in neighboring countries.Dettifoss Side Hiking Route ClosedNew research has revealed numerous fissures under one of the popular hiking routes from the west towards Iceland's (and the whole of Europe's) most powerful waterfall Dettifoss. Dettifoss is located in North-East Iceland, and is a popular tourist destination, made famous by its prominence in the opening sequence of Ridley Scott's 2012 film Prometheus. New research has revealed that the area is a fissure zone under a hiking route called Fosshvammur, and the route has been permanently closed. Other hiking routes on the west side of the river in which the waterfall is located are safe, and so is the viewing platform on that side of the river. Two Tourists On Bikes Rescued By SARS Teams In The HighlandsTow tourists who were attempting to bike a well known highland road in the southern highlands of Iceland had to be rescued by SARS teams, when snowmelts got the better of them. The Federation of Icelandic Industries Warns Of Increased Indebtedness In The Construction IndustryNot only that, the chair of the Icelandic Housing and Construction Authority  says that apartments and neighborhoods have been planned for people that don't exist. Housing prices have fallen in real terms, the number of apartments for sale has increased, and it is taking longer to sell properties, especially new apartments. The outlook is dire.Bubbi Morthens 70th Birthday Concert Last WeekendBubbi played two shows for more than 10.000 people total in Laugardalshöll stadium this weekend. He dropped some comments between songs on inflation and said it was time to say either “yes” or “no”. While Bubbi didn't explicitly mention the upcoming referendum on restarting negotiations with the EU on accession, the crowd non the less booed his statement. A few songs later he talked about his dismay about the importation of politics to Iceland that targeted minorities, before launching into his 1984 hit “Strákarnir á Borginni”, and important song for championing gay rights in Iceland in the 1980s. No booing was heard following the latter statement. Support the show------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------SHOW SUPPORTDonate to the Grapevine here:https://support.grapevine.isYou can also support the Grapevine by shopping in our online store:https://shop.grapevine.is------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------This is a Reykjavík Grapevine podcast.The Reykjavík Grapevine is a free alternative magazine in English published 18 times per year, biweekly during the spring and summer, and monthly during the autumn and winter. The magazine covers everything Iceland-related, with a special focus culture, music, food and travel. The Reykjavík Grapevine's goal is to serve as a trustworthy and reliable source of information for those living in Iceland, visiting Iceland or interested in Iceland. Thanks to our dedicated readership and excellent distribution network, the Reykjavík Grapevine is Iceland's most read English-language publication.You may not agree with what we write or publish, but at least it's not sponsored content.www.grapevine.is

Öll viðtölin úr þætti dagsins ásamt símatíma: Davíð O Arnar yfirlæknir á hjartadeild Landspítala um Christian Ericsen Arnór Sigurjónsson sérfræðingur í varnar og öryggisfræðum varðandi mögulega aðild að ESB og varnarsamninginn við Bandaríkin Símatími Finnur Beck framkvæmdastjóri Samorku um skýrslu norrænu ráðherranefndarinnar um orkuöryggi Brynhildur Georgsdóttir forstöðumaður þróunar og reksturs hjá Íslandsstofu um samkomulag sem snýr að því að vernda landaheitið Ísland og Iceland Magne Kvam framkvædastjóri og stofnandi Icebike Sigrún V. Heimisdóttir, sálfræðingur

19. september 1939 birtist þýskur kafbátur óforvarandis á ytri höfninni í Reykjavík. Síðari heimsstyrjöldin var þá nýhafin og þýskir kafbátar farnir að láta að sér kveða á hafinu. Það sem Íslendingar vissu ekki þá var að skipverjar einmitt þessa báts höfðu nýlega framið einn fyrsta stríðsglæp stríðs, og kafbátaforinginn átti síðan eftir verða örlagavaldur í stríðinu.

Two hours' drive from Reykjavík are some of Iceland's biggest natural thrills, including Seljalandsfoss waterfall and the rugged valley of Thórsmörk. For European travel information, visit https://www.ricksteves.com.

Öll viðtölin úr þætti dagsins ásamt símatíma: Siggi Stormur lofaði okkur góðu veðri en það er endalaus rigning og kuldi Jón Karl Ólafsson fyrrverandi forstjóri Icelandair og sérfræðingur í flugrekstri um kjaradeilu flugmanna við félagið Símatími Grímur Grímsson um nýja brottfararstöð fyrir hælisleitendur Ómar Úlfur dagskrástjóri Bylgjunnar um sumarið framundan. Bylgjan fagnar 40 ára afmæli í ágúst Ásrún Helga Kristinsdóttir forseti bæjarstjórnar í Grindavík um Þórkötlu Einar Bárðarson ræddi við okkur um Hengil ultra sem fram fer um helgina

Two hours' drive from Reykjavík are some of Iceland's biggest natural thrills, including Seljalandsfoss waterfall and the rugged valley of Thórsmörk. For European travel information, visit https://www.ricksteves.com.

Kóboykex er ein føroyskur superbólkur í orðsins rætta týdningi, tí Heiðrik á Heygum og Sigmund Zachariassen eru báðir kendir úr øðrum bólkum. Sigmund úr Joe & The Shitboy og Heiðrikur frá sínum soloútgávum og bólkinum Einangran. "Wagon Wheels" eitur debutplátan hjá bólkinum, sum bleiv stovnaður í einari barr í Reykjavík. 

Við lítum við á sýningu James Merry, sem opnaði um liðna helgi í Listasafni Íslands og hefur yfirskriftina Ummyndlingar. Þar eru til sýnis grímur sem James hefur búið til á 15 ára tímabili, að stórum hluta í samstarfi við Björk Guðmundsdóttur, en sýning hennar, Echolalia er sýnd í safninu samhliða. Við heyrum líka umfjöllun Trausta Ólafssonar um brúðuleiksýninguna Rót, sem sýnd er í Tjarnarbíói í tilefni af Listahátíð í Reykjavík, og rifjum upp umfjöllun og lestur úr vinningsbók Maístjörnunnar, Mara kemur í heimsókn, eftir Natöshu S.

Bítið á Bylgjunni með Heimi, Lilju og Ómari. Ásdís Hlökk Theodórsdóttir, aðjunkt við skipulagsfræði við Landbúnaðarháskóla Íslands og annar höfundur skýrslu um eignarhald á landbúnaðarlandi, settist niður með okkur. Óskar Hallgrímsson, blaðamaður og ljósmyndari, var á línunni beint frá Odessa í Úkraínu. Hildur Björnsdóttir, borgarstjóri Reykjavíkur, settist niður með okkur. Gunnar Dan, geimverusérfræðingur ræddi við okkur um það sem er að gerast vestan hafs. Gunnar Dan, geimverusérfræðingur ræddi við okkur um það sem er að gerast vestan hafs.  

Öll viðtölin úr þætti dagsins ásamt símatíma: Birna Íris Jónsdóttir framkvæmdastjóri Stafræns Ísland um Ísland punktur is Daði Laxdal Gautason framkvæmdastjóri Epic Bet um veðmál á Íslandi Símatími Gunnar Geir Gunnarsson deildarstjóri öryggis og fræðsludeildar hjá Samgöngustofu um drónaflug Heiðbrá Ólafsóttir varaþingmaður Miðflokksins í suðurkjördæmi og Stefán Jón Hafstein stjórnarformaður Ríkisútvarpsins Valur Páll Eiríksson íþróttafréttamaður hjá Sýn Sport ræddi við okkur um nýjustu tækni á HM í knattspyrnu Jón Gísli Jónsson hjá Kjötkompaníinu um vinsælustu steikurnar í sumar

Björk Guðmundsdóttir og James Merry opnuðu um helgina sýningu í Listasafni Íslands, Echolalia og Ummyndlingar. Sýningin er hluti af Listahátíð í Reykjavík og stendur yfir fram á haust. Við fáum Björk í heimsókn og ræðum við hana um samstarfið við James, sköpunarferlið, umhverfisbaráttu og gervigreind. Svo fáum við heyra nýtt lag með Skröttum, Stressed, og pistil frá Eiríki Erni Norðdahl, sem er að þessu sinni að rífast um liti.

„Það er í raun mjög fyndið að við höfum öll farið þessa leið,“ segja systurnar Lilja, Ingibjörg og Sigurrós Birgisdætur um leiðina inn í myndlistina, en þær stofnuðu ásamt Jónsa bróður sínum ilmhúsið Fischersund sem hefur sprungið út sem hálfgerð sköpunarverksmiðja þar sem ilmvörur en líka myndlist og tónlist streyma út. „Pabbi er vélsmiður og mamma sjúkraliði, en það er kannski þetta traust og þetta frelsi sem að þau veita okkur sem gerir þetta að verkum. Þau eru ofboðslega skapandi og án þess að vera beint að skapa listaverk, þá eru þau lausnamiðuð og gera hlutina sjálf.“ Fischer systur eru gestir Víðsjár í dag og við ræðum ilmtónleika og hugmyndir að baki ilmi Listahátíðar Reykjavíkur en líka allt milli himins og jarðar; æskuna í Mosfellssveti, landasala, húsanda, útiveru og skapandi leiki. Lyktina af náttúru Íslands, minningarnar sem hún kveikir og lífið sem hún hefur gefið fjölskyldunni í formi sköpunarverka en einnig samveru og nýrra minninga.

Öll viðtölin úr þætti dagsins ásamt símatíma: Oddur Sigurðsson Hagalín forstöðumaður stoðdeildar Vegagerðarinnar Ingibjörg Ísaksen þingkona um kostnað við skurðaðgerðir erlendis Símatími Sigurður Ingi Friðleifsson sviðsstjóri sviðs orkuskipta og hringrásarhagkerfis hjá Umhverfis- og orkustofnun Áslaug Arna Sigurbjörnsdóttir um starfslok sín á Alþingi Tómas Brynjólfsson varaseðlabankastjóri um nýja netlausa greiðslulausn sem hægt er að grípa til þegar rof verður á nettengingum Össur Hafþórsson hjá Reykjavík Ink Icelandic Tattoo convention

Der vierte und letzte Teil unserer inoffiziellen Island-Sauna-Saga Manchmal entstehen die schönsten Sauna-Erlebnisse völlig unerwartet. Und genau so war es bei diesem letzten Teil unserer kleinen Island-Serie. Denn Ingvar hat in einer Sauna in Reykjavík jemanden kennengelernt, der ihm einen ganz besonderen Einblick gegeben hat:

Miðvikudagur 3. júní Ofbeldi, öryrkjar, fánar, íbúðamarkaður og sundlaugar Hrundið hefur verið af stað landsátaki gegn kynbundnu ofbeldi næstu fimm árin. Linda Dröfn Gunnarsdóttir ræðir í samtali við Björn Þorláks átakið, flutning athvarfsins, samstöðu og stuðning en einnig ökklabönd og kyrkingartök. Unnur Hrefna Jóhannsdóttir blaðakona og öryrki ræðir við Gunnar Smára um stöðu öryrkja í samfélaginu, hvernig fordómar og vanvirðing dregur niður lífskjör þeirra ekki síður en sjúkdómar, fötlun og fátækt. Ingólfur Gíslason lektor við Háskóla Íslands ræðir þá ákvörðun borgaryfirvalda að hætta að flagga fánum erlendra ríkja. Nýr meirihluti fer illa af stað, að mati Ingólfs. Sigurður Sigurðsson byggingarverkfræðingur segir Gunnari Smára frá pólitísk svik stjórnmálafólksins við ungu kyn­slóðina, einkum varðandi húsnæðismarkaðinn sem þjónar síst af öllu ungu fólki. Rán Flygenring, myndlistarmaður og rithöfundur, er mikil sundmanneskja og upp á síðkastið hafa gestir í sundlaugum rekið augun í myndlist hennar á sundlaugarbökkum Reykjavíkur. Rán ræðir við Björn Þorláks um þjóðareinkenni Íslendinga, útisundlaugina.

Jón Magnús Jónsson bóndi á Reykjabúinu og Þóra Jóhanna Jónasdóttir yfirdýralæknir hjá Mast Kári Stefánsson um bein Jónasar Símatími Ólafur Guðmundsson umferðaröryggissérfræðingur um steyptar götur Einar Þorsteinsson formaður borgarráðs Héðinn Unnsteinsson ráðgjafi um andlega heilsu ungs fólks  Hrefna Hlín Sveinbjörnsdóttir

Sameiginleg bein útsending Víðsjárog Lestarinnar frá Iðnó, sem hefur nú verið umbreytt í klúbb Listahátíðar í Reykjavík. Viðmælendur í þættinum eru Lára Sóley Jóhannsdóttir, listrænn stjórnandi Listahátíðar, Hrefna Lind Lárusdóttir, Eygló Höskuldsdóttur, Kjartan Hólm, Rósa Jóhannesdóttir, Helgi Zimsen, Jóhannes Zimsen, Viðar Eggertsson, Elísabet Indra Ragnarsdóttir, Anna Rún Tryggvadóttir, Chloe Loftus og Florent Devlesaver.

Þorvaldur Þórðarson jarðfræðingur um skjálfta á suð-vesturhorninu Bryndís Haraldsdóttir formaður stjórnskipunar- og eftirlitsnefndar  Símatími Sara Hlín Sigurðardóttir flugstjóri hjá Icelandair  Jón Helgi Egilsson fyrrverandi formaður bankaráðs Seðlabanka Íslands, með M.Sc.-gráðu í verkfræði og doktorsgráðu í hagfræði með sérhæfingu í peningamálahagfræði. Páll Pálsson fasteignasali hjá Palsson.is um nýbyggingar og spár um fasteignaverð Bjarni Hafþór Helgason 

Sameiginleg bein útsending Víðsjár og Lestarinnar frá Iðnó, sem hefur nú verið umbreytt í klúbb Listahátíðar í Reykjavík. Viðmælendur í þættinum eru Lára Sóley Jóhannsdóttir, listrænn stjórnandi Listahátíðar, Hrefna Lind Lárusdóttir, Eygló Höskuldsdóttur, Kjartan Hólm, Rósa Jóhannesdóttir, Helgi Zimsen, Jóhannes Zimsen, Viðar Eggertsson, Elísabet Indra Ragnarsdóttir, Anna Rún Tryggvadóttir, Chloe Loftus og Florent Devlesaver.

Bítið á Bylgjunni með Heimi, Lilju og Ómari Daði Már Kristófersson, fjármála- og efnahagsráðherra, ræddi nýja skýrslu um íslensku krónuna. Lilja Dögg Alfreðsdóttir, formaður Framsóknar, settist niður með okkur og ræddi flokkinn og efnahagsmálin. Gísli Rafn Ólafsson, ráðgjafi á sviði gervigreindar og höfundur bókarinnar The AI Fluent Leader, ræddi við okkur um áhrif gervigreindarinnar á líf okkar og störf. Hólmfríður Magnúsdóttir, fyrrverandi atvinnukona í fótbolta, safnar fyrir „litlu systur sína“ Kolfinnu Rán. Axel Ó, tónlistarmaður með meiru, ræddi við okkur um staðinn sinn, Bryggjuna. Rubin Pollock í Kaleo og Jónína Unnur Gunnarsdóttir, framkvæmdastjóri Mæðrastyrksnefndar í Reykjavík, ræddu stórtónleika Kaleo á Þingvöllum.  

Heimir Hannesson, Ólafur Stephensen og Rósa Björk Brynjólfsdóttir voru gestir Vikulokanna að þessu sinni. Þjóðaratkvæðagreiðsla um framhald aðildarviðræðna við Evrópusambandið og myndun nýs meirihluta í Reykjavík voru til umræðu. Umsjón: Magnús Geir Eyjólfsson

An easy day trip from Reykjavík, the 150-mile Golden Circle loop showcases dramatic scenery and natural wonders, from geysers to waterfalls and more. For European travel information, visit https://www.ricksteves.com.

Andrés Magnússon og Örn Arnarson ræða um nýjan meirihluta í Reykjavík og blendnar tilfinningar hægri manna til samstarfsins við Viðreisn og Framsókn, auk þess sem rætt er um áform um sölu á Ljósleiðaranum og Carbfix. Sjónum er beint að Alþingi og yfirlæti Þorgerðar Katrínar gagnvart þeim sem ekki fylgja ESB-vegferð ríkisstjórnarinnar, umræðu um eignarhald útgerðarinnar í íslensku atvinnulífi, stöðunni hjá Icelandair og verkfallsaðgerðum flugmanna og mörgu öðru. Þá eru hrós vikunnar, bókameðmæli og hraðaspurningar frá gestum Kringlukrárinnar að sjálfsögðu á sínum stað.

Gunnar Gunnarsson ritstjóri Austurfrétta Steinunn Þórðardóttir formaður Læknafélags Íslands um dánaraðstoð Símatími Birgir Olgeirsson fréttamaður Sýnar um kjaradeilu Icelandair og Félags íslenskra atvinnuflugmanna Kristrún Ágústsdóttir verkfræðinemi við Háskóla Íslands og Steinar Ingi Kolbeins fyrrum varaformaður ungra Sjálfstæðismanna  Fréttagetraun Halldór Kristján Sigurðsson fasteignasali og stofnandi Fjöldakaup is

Bítið á Bylgjunni með Heimi, Lilju og Ómari. Freyja Jónsdóttir, dósent við lyfjafræðideild Háskóla Íslands og Adam Bauer, réttarefnafræðingur á Rannsóknastofu í lyfja- og eiturefnafræði við Háskóla Íslands og doktorsnemi, ræddu við okkur um ópíóða og verkjalyfjameðferðir í íslensku samfélagi. Símatími Páll Magnússon og Vigdís Hauksdóttir veltu vöngum yfir nýjum meirihluta í Reykjavík. Bjarni Benediktsson, framkvæmdastjóri Samtaka atvinnulífsins, er á hringferð um landið.

Sigurgeir Björn Geirsson yfirverkefnastjóri Vaðölduvers um flutning vindmylla Hildur Björnsdóttir verðandi borgarstjóri Símatími Sigurbjörg Sæunn Guðmundsdóttir formaður Lyfjafræðingafélags Íslands um Ivermectin Þorbjörg Sigríður Gunnlaugsdóttir dómsmálaráðherra Gunnlaugur Már Briem formaður Félags sjúkraþjálfara um stoðkerfisvanda  Helgi Gíslason skólastjóri Fellaskóla 

Are you enjoying this? Are you not? Tell us what to do more of, and what you'd like to hear less of. The Reykjavík Grapevine's Iceland Roundup brings you the top news with a healthy dash of local views. In this episode, Grapevine publisher Jón Trausti Sigurðarson is joined by Heimildin journalist Aðalsteinn Kjartansson, and Grapevine friend and contributor Sindri Eldon to roundup the stories making headlines in recent weeks. On the docket this week are: Ten Since Municipality Elections, But No Majority Coalition Yet Formed In ReykjavíkThe big winner of the Reykjavík municipality elections was The Independence Party. The party's slogan for the city elections was Strax-D or Immediately-D, yet 10 days after the election, with no new coalition in sight, voters may start to wonder what exactly “immediately” actually means.Iceland N-Korean Friendship Association Formed During PsychosisThe founder of the Iceland - North Korean Friendship Association told visir.is she had been in a pshcosis when the association was formed. Mia Marcelina Alexa Guðmundsdóttir founded the association back in 2022 along with a Sunneva Náttsól. According to Mia, she at that point, she supported extreme interpretation of communism. She now says, in a op-ed she published on visir.is, that psychosis had caused her to support extreme, simplified ideology, which she does not support anymore.Icelandair Flights Keep Getting CancelledNumerous Icelandair flights have been cancelled in the past days and weeks because of the airline being unable to get pilots to pilot their plains. While the pilots don't explicitly say why this is, on the face of it it looks to be a part of a debate between the airline and the pilots that work for it, with regards to Icelandair possibly moving parts of their operations abroad, probably to get out of the baggage of paying Icelandic salaries to crews.Do The Icelandic Fisheries Own Everything In Iceland?A new parliamentary report addresses the ownership of Icelandic fisheries in other sectors of the economy. However, the report has been reported for being too limited in its definitions of what is and isn't owned by the fisheries, and one parliamentarian said that the report only caught the “top of the Iceberg” that is that sectors ownership in Icelandic businesses.Nobody Wants A Ferris Wheel In Reykjavík, AgainDuring the past few summers, a ferries wheel has been operated by Reykjavík's harbor, to little enthusiasm by the locals, and what seems like little attendance. The mayor of Reykjavík has suggested that the ferries wheel should be put up yet again, but locals have started a petition to oppose the motion.The Synthetic Windpipe Scandal, Paolo Machiarini and IcelandA tort case filed by against the Icelandic state by the widow of Andemariams Teklesenbet Beyene, who had a synthetic trachea implant in Sweden in a procedure performed by Paolo Macchiarini in 2011, was concluded last week, with the widow winning the caseSupport the show------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------SHOW SUPPORTDonate to the Grapevine here:https://support.grapevine.isYou can also support the Grapevine by shopping in our online store:https://shop.grapevine.is------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------This is a Reykjavík Grapevine podcast.The Reykjavík Grapevine is a free alternative magazine in English published 18 times per year, biweekly during the spring and summer, and monthly during the autumn and winter. The magazine covers everything Iceland-related, with a special focus culture, music, food and travel. The Reykjavík Grapevine's goal is to serve as a trustworthy and reliable source of information for those living in Iceland, visiting Iceland or interested in Iceland. Thanks to our dedicated readership and excellent distribution network, the Reykjavík Grapevine is Iceland's most read English-language publication.You may not agree with what we write or publish, but at least it's not sponsored content.www.grapevine.is

Oddvitum Sjálfstæðisflokks, Viðreisnar og Framsóknarflokks var tíðrætt um traustið sem ríkir milli þeirra þegar þau kynntu nýjan meirihluta í borgarstjórn í Viðey í morgun. Hildur Björnsdóttir, sem fer fyrir Sjálfstæðismönnum, verður borgarstjóri, Björg Magnúsdóttir Viðreisn verður forseti borgarstjórnar fyrsta árið og Einar Þorsteinsson Framsóknarflokki formaður borgarráðs. Þau skipta svo um hlutverk eftir árið. Eva H. Önnudóttir prófessor í stjórnmálafræði segir sögulegt að sjálfstæðismenn leiði nýjan meirihluta í borginni. Sjálfbærniverkefni, sem hófst við gerð Kárahnjúkavirkjunar og byggingu álvers Alcoa í Reyðarfirði er lokið, eftir tæplega 20 ára vöktun á áhrifum þessara framkvæmda á samfélag, atvinnulíf og umhverfi á Austurlandi. Austurbrú, sem fer með sameiginleg málefni sveitarfélaga á Austurlandi, hefur haft umsjón með verkefninu frá 2013 og hefur nú gefið út lokaskýrslu þar sem helstu niðurstöður þessarar vöktunar eru teknar saman.

Maria Csizmás, ábyrgðarmaður undirskriftalista gegn kílómetragjaldinu - Daði Már Kristófersson fjármálaráðherra Jón Steinar Gunnlaugsson fyrrverandi hæstaréttardómari Símatími Ari Edwald oddviti Miðflokksins Jón Ármann Steinsson Þorgerður Katrín Gunnarsdóttir utanríkisráðherra Lilja Alfreðsdóttir formaður Framsóknarflokksins um fæðingartíðni

Forward-thinking British architect Jayden Ali joins to detail his new galleries at V&A East in London. Then: unpicking Icelandic design stereotypes at DesignMarch 2026. Plus: highlights at this year’s NYCxDesign. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Kristján Leó Guðmundsson tölvunarfræðingur og Bjarki Sigurjónsson Thorarensen með Slapp appið Stefán Einar Stefánsson blaðamaður Morgunblaðsins og umsjónarmaður Spursmála á mbl is um meirhlutaviðræður í Reykjavík og Davíð Odddsson Símatími Tesla - sjálfkeyrandi - Björn Kristjánsson sérfræðingur hjá FÍB Pétur Óskarsson  formaður samtaka ferðaþjónustunnar Bjarni Halldórsson formaður félags íslenskra Flugumferðarstjóra. Dómur Landsréttar Steraleikarnir Guðríður Erla Torfadóttir eða Gurrý þjálfari

Helga Lára Þorsteinsdóttir safnstjóri RÚV kom til okkar í dag með gullmola af safni RÚV. Í þetta sinn var það efni úr útvarpsþættinum Um daginn og veginn frá árinu 1946 þar sem Vilhjálmur S. Vilhjálmsson blaðamaður fjallar um nýafstaðnar kosningar í Reykjavík, þáttöku, framkvæmd talninga og áróðusaðferðir, með áherslu á nauðsyn siðfágaðrar kosningabaráttu. Svo var það veðurspjallið með Einari Sveinbjörnssyni. Hann byrjaði í dag á að tala um hitana í Evrópu og ástæðu þeirra. Svo voru það horfurnar hjá okkur og spár um jafnvel vorhret í byrjun júní. Og í því samhengi rifjaði hann upp með okkur upp sumarhret á sama tíma í fyrra og ekki síst hitteðfyrra. Lesandi vikunnar í Mannlega þættinum í þetta sinn var Birna Hjaltadóttir kennari í Brúarskóla við Dalbraut, en hún er einnig með meistaranám í ritlist. Við fengum hana til að segja okkur frá því hvað hún hefur verið að lesa undanfarið og svo hvaða bækur og höfundar hafa haft mest áhrif á hana í gegnum tíðina. Birna talaði um eftirfarandi bækur og höfunda: Frumbyrjur e. Dag Hjartarson Huldukonan e. Fríðu Ísberg Formaður húsfélagsins e. Friðgeir Einarsson Tók ég eftir því þá eða tók ég eftir því eftir á e. Höllu Birgisdóttur Jakobína, saga skálds og konu e. Sigríði Kristínu Þorgrímsdóttur. Salka Valka e. Halldór Laxness Tónlistin í þættinum: Það er svo ótalmargt / Ellý Vilhjálms (Jackie Smith & Derry Lindsay, texti Jóhanna G. Erlingsson) Angelía / Vilhjálmur Vilhjálmsson (W. Meisel, texti Theódór Einarsson) Northern Sky / Nick Drake (Nick Drake) UMSJÓN: GUNNAR HANSSON

Hlasujte pro Ptám se já v anketě Podcast roku.--Celkem 36 zemí, včetně Česka, se zavázalo připojit se k zvláštnímu tribunálu pro zločin ruské agrese proti Ukrajině. Stanout by před ním jednou měli nejvyšší ruští velitelé a ti, kdo nesou zodpovědnost. Co bude jeho hlavním cílem?Hostem Ptám se já byla bývalá ústavní soudkyně, někdejší soudkyně Mezinárodního trestního tribunálu pro vyšetřování zločinů v bývalé Jugoslávii a bývalá politička Ivana Janů.Česká republika se pro zřízení zvláštního tribunálu pro zločin ruské agrese proti Ukrajině vyslovila už na zasedání Rady Evropy v Reykjavíku v květnu 2023. V polovině letošního května jsme se pak zavázali připojit se k tribunálu na dvoudenní schůzce ministrů Rady Evropy v moldavském Kišiněvě, kde Česko zastupoval šéf diplomacie Petr Macinka (Motoristé).K vytvoření tribunálu se zavázalo 34 členských států Rady Evropy z celkových 46, dále Evropská unie, Austrálie a Kostarika. Ze zemí EU se nepřipojily Bulharsko, Maďarsko, Malta a Slovensko.Záměr vytvořit zvláštní tribunál, který by soudil ruské vedení za zločin agrese proti Ukrajině po vzoru norimberského procesu s vedením nacistického Německa, ohlásila Rada Evropy loni v létě. Letos v lednu EU poskytla prvních deset milionů eur na fungování tohoto tribunálu, který podle médií plánuje pohnat k odpovědnosti přinejmenším dvě desítky lidí.Válka na Ukrajině, kterou v únoru 2022 rozpoutalo Rusko vpádem svých vojsk na ukrajinské území, si podle různých odhadů vyžádala statisíce životů. Ruští vojáci se v ní podle Kyjeva a Západu dopustili řady válečných zločinů a zločinů proti lidskosti. Na ruského prezidenta Vladimira Putina v roce 2023 Mezinárodní trestní soud (ICC) vydal zatykač kvůli zavlečení ukrajinských dětí z okupovaných území do Ruska.„Jakmile se přijde na válečný zločin, je nepromlčitelný. Čili nikdo neunikne. Já jsem v tomto směru optimistická. Myslím, že to půjde rychle a že to je dobře, že na Putina to půjde ještě z druhé strany,“ uvedla v Ptám se já bývalá soudkyně Ivana Janů a zdůraznila význam zvláštního tribunálu:“Jenom oběti můžou dělat čáru za minulostí a každý jenom za svým bezprávím, které se mu stalo. Jinak účty zůstanou nevyrovnané. Nemůže to dělat nikdo politickým rozhodnutím, jako se začalo říkat, že by se to na Ukrajině nějak urovnalo, že by se smazaly zločiny, které se tam staly, a byla by beztrestnost. To by mělo strašné následky do budoucna." Je šance, že zvláštní tribunál spravedlivě potrestá ruské válečné zločiny? A mohl by před ním jednou stanout i Vladimir Putin?--Podcast Ptám se já. Rozhovory s lidmi, kteří mají vliv, odpovědnost, informace.Sledujte na Seznam Zprávách, poslouchejte na Podcasty.cz a ve všech podcastových aplikacích.Archiv všech dílů najdete tady. Své postřehy, připomínky nebo tipy nám pište prostřednictvím sociálních sítí pod hashtagem #ptamseja nebo na e-mail: audio@sz.cz.

Gestir Vikulokanna eru Nanna Margrét Gunnlaugsdóttir þingmaður Miðflokksins, Sigmundur Ernir Rúnarsson þingmaður Samfylkingarinnar og Diljá Mist Einarsdóttir þingmaður Sjálfstæðisflokks. Þau ræddu meðal annars bæjar- og sveitarstjórnarkosningar, meirihlutaviðræður í Reykjavík, efnahagsmál og boðaða þjóðaratkvæðagreiðslu um aðildaviðræður við Evrópusambandið. Umsjón: Höskuldur Kári Schram Tæknimaður: Úlfhildur Eysteinsdóttir

Síðastliðinn laugardagur – 16. maí – kjördagur – var góður dagur fyrir alla hægrimenn á Íslandi. Haldi forystufólk borgaralegra afla rétt á spilunum geta sveitarstjórnarkosningarnar markað tímamót – orðið straumhvörf í íslenskum stjórnmálum. Fyrir ríkisstjórnarflokkana eru úrslitin hins vegar áfall. Í höfuðborginni var samanlagt fylgi Samfylkingar, Viðreisnar og Flokks fólksins aðeins rétt liðlega 32% á móti rúmlega 51% stjórnarandstöðunnar. Flokkur fólksins þurrkaðist út. Sjálfstæðisflokkurinn er langstærsti stjórnmálaflokkurinn í Reykjavík, undir forystu Hildar Björnsdóttur. Miðflokkurinn fékk góða kosningu en Framsóknarflokkurinn tapaði verulegu fylgi en hélt einum borgarfulltrúa.

Are you enjoying this? Are you not? Tell us what to do more of, and what you'd like to hear less of. The Reykjavík Grapevine's Iceland Roundup brings you the top news with a healthy dash of local views. In this episode, Grapevine publisher Jón Trausti Sigurðarson is joined by Heimildin journalist Aðalsteinn Kjartansson, and Grapevine friend and contributor Sindri Eldon to roundup the stories making headlines in recent weeks. On the docket this week are: Iceland's Municipality ElectionsElections were held in Iceland's municipalities on Saturday. These elections take place every four years and unlike parliamentary elections have a wider voting base, since people who don't have an Icelandic citizenship can vote in them. In Reykjavík, the ruling coalition in the city lost its majority. While no single party gained a pure majority, the Independence Party was the winner of the election landing 9 municipality seats, out of the 23 available with 32,9% of the vote. We discuss the election, and what it may mean for the current government and the upcoming referendum on continuing negotiations with the EU.Summer VibesToday's forecast expects up to 14 degrees celsius, meaning that today, Monday, may feel like summer in Iceland has begun, finally.AMOC Doomsday Prophecies May Effect Government PolicyHalldór Þorgeirsson, the chairman of Loftslagsráð, or “The Climate Council” which is a council set up by Icelandic law to provide advice to Iceland's government on the climate, has sent the government a memo, warning that the likelihood of the collapse of the so called AMOC in the North Atlantic, calls for immediate action by the Icelandic government. he AMOC is the Atlantic Meridional Overturning Circulation — a system of ocean currents in the Atlantic that moves warm, salty water northward near the surface and cold, denser water southward at depth. The Gulf Stream is part of it. According to reporting on the AMOC the mean temperature in Iceland may drop by 9 degrees Celsius if the AMOC collapses, and that the odds of that happening by the end of this century are now so high, that something needs to be done — globally — if Iceland is not to become uninhabitable. The Council recommends that Iceland adopt the official position that the potential collapse of the AMOC is a national security issue, and start applying pressure internationally to reduce carbon emissions.Support the show------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------SHOW SUPPORTSupport the Grapevine's reporting by becoming a member of our High Five Club: https://grapevine.is/high-five-club/Or donate to the Grapevine here:https://support.grapevine.isYou can also support the Grapevine by shopping in our online store:https://shop.grapevine.is------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------This is a Reykjavík Grapevine podcast.The Reykjavík Grapevine is a free alternative magazine in English published 18 times per year, biweekly during the spring and summer, and monthly during the autumn and winter. The magazine covers everything Iceland-related, with a special focus culture, music, food and travel. The Reykjavík Grapevine's goal is to serve as a trustworthy and reliable source of information for those living in Iceland, visiting Iceland or interested in Iceland. Thanks to our dedicated readership and excellent distribution network, the Reykjavík Grapevine is Iceland's most read English-language publication.You may not agree with what we write or publish, but at least it's not sponsored content.www.grapevine.is

Sjálfstæðisflokkurinn er ótvíræður sigurvegari sveitarstjórnarkosninganna um helgina og í dag hefur ítrekað verið talað um að Hildur Björnsdóttir, oddiviti í Sjálfstæðisflokksins í Reykjavík, sé með öll spil á hendi þar. En aðrir flokkar geta víða vel við unað, meðal annars flokkar sem eru lengra til hægri eða vinstri en verið hefur um langa hríð. Gengi flokka í höfuðborginni virtist skiptast mjög eftir hverfum. Ingólfur Bjarni Sigfússon ræddi við Viktor Orra Valgarðsson, aðjúnkt í stjórnmálafræði við Háskóla Íslands. Hver er munurinn á því að bera upp spurninguna á að hefja á ný aðildarviðræður við Evrópusambandið eða spyrja á að halda áfram viðræðum um aðild Íslands að Evrópusambandinu? Meirihluti utanríkismálanefndar vill eftir athugasemdir orða spurninguna þannig að talað sé um að hefja á ný en ekki halda áfram. Rætt við Pawel Bartozek (C) og Sigurð Inga Jóhannsson um orðalag og tímaramma og líka úrslit sveitarstjórnarkosninga.

Reykjavík blends hardscrabble roots with a modern urban vitality, crowned by its imposing church and pulsing with art, color, and a cosmopolitan vibe. For European travel information, visit https://www.ricksteves.com.

Flugmálafélag Íslands stóð fyrir fundi um Reykjavíkurflugvöll og flugið í aðdraganda sveitastjórnarkosninga. Fulltrúar allra framboða sem bjóða fram í höfuðborginni mættu, hlustuðu á erindi og greindu frá afstöðu sinni og síns flokks. Þessi þáttur er stutt samantekt frá þessum fundi og samanstendur af inngangsorðum frá Matthíasi Sveinsbjörnssyni forseta Flugmálafélagsins, á eftir honum fer Viðar Jökull Björnsson flugvallarstjóri á Reykjavíkurflugvelli yfir stöðu vallarins og þar á eftir koma stutt erindi frá hverjum frambjóðenda um afstöðuna til flugvallarins.

I sat down with an inspiring Venezuelan-born entrepreneur, Valenttina Griffin, who has made Iceland her home. Through a lively conversation, Valenttina shares her experiences of navigating different cultures, thriving in the tech industry, and her entrepreneurial journey that spans multiple continents. Join us as we explore her insights on leadership, the power of community, and the importance of personal growth. Valenttina’s Journey Across Borders Valenttina's journey began in Venezuela, where she enjoyed a tropical, sun-filled upbringing surrounded by strong women and positive role models. She fondly recalls the freedom of her childhood and notes the cultural contrast when she moved to Norway as an exchange student in the early 2000s. Her adventurous spirit and curiosity led her to embrace this transition. Learning the Norwegian language and culture opened doors for her, eventually helping her adapt quickly when she moved to Iceland. https://youtu.be/O2q2l8V1bdU Save 25% on Your Stay at Center Hotels in Reykjavík The sponsor of this episode is Center Hotels, a collection of nine stylish hotels located throughout downtown Reykjavík. Whether you want to stay close to the harbor, shopping streets, restaurants, nightlife, or some of the city's most iconic landmarks, there's a location that fits your travel style. I've partnered with Center Hotels to offer my audience an exclusive 25% discount when booking directly through their website using the code ATI25 at checkout. The code is valid through May 2026, making it a great opportunity to save on your stay while experiencing some of the most conveniently located hotels in Reykjavík. Adapting to Icelandic Culture Life in Iceland was quite different. Valenttina immersed herself in the local culture, learned the Icelandic language, and embraced the insular lifestyle. She reflects on the warmth of Venezuelan interactions, marked by hugs and close personal contact, contrasting sharply with the reserved nature of Icelanders who value personal space. Yet, the support she received from the Icelandic community has been invaluable, helping her form a deep connection with her new home. Women in Tech: Establishing a Supportive Network* As a woman in the tech industry, Valenttina shares her personal experiences and challenges in navigating a male-dominated field. She is part of Women Tech Iceland, an organization that provides a platform for women to feel safe and share their stories. Valenttina emphasizes the importance of recognition for women in tech and the need for creating role models for future generations. The group facilitates events that foster community support and networking opportunities, bridging the gap between Icelandic and foreign professionals. Cultural Insights and Leadership Challenges Valenttina Griffin discusses the nuances of working in Icelandic companies and how she manages cultural differences. She has witnessed firsthand the challenges of integration for foreign women in the workforce, highlighting language as a significant barrier. Despite these challenges, she credits her success to the Icelandic language skills and cultural understanding, which have helped her build trust and rapport in leadership roles. Valenttina’s Approach to Embracing Personal Growth and Neuroplasticity Beyond her professional achievements, Valenttina is passionate about neuroscience and neuroplasticity. She believes in the power of personal growth and continuously adapting to change. Her advice to women, and to anyone seeking growth, is to love themselves, set healthy boundaries, and not ignore red flags in personal or professional relationships. These principles guide her as she navigates her entrepreneurial journey and raises her family in Iceland. Launching UGrow: Revolutionizing the Service Industry in Iceland Valenttina’s latest venture,  UGrow, focuses on optimizing recruitment processes within the Icelandic service industry. This initiative aims to streamline seasonal hiring, ensuring that both employees and employers are well-matched and meet legal standards. By doing so, Valenttina hopes to improve the experience for foreign workers and support the thriving tourism sector in Iceland. A Vision for a Diverse and Welcoming Iceland Through her work with Women Tech Iceland and You Grow, Valenttina is helping shape a more inclusive and diverse Iceland. She envisions a future where international talent is integrated seamlessly into Icelandic society and where everyone is encouraged to embrace change and growth. This conversation is not only a testament to Valenttina's strength and adaptability but also an inspiration for anyone looking to explore new horizons and make a difference in their communities. Share this with a Friend Facebook Email Threads Let’s Be Social Youtube Instagram Tiktok Facebook

Along with hearing about volcanoes, waterfalls, black sand beaches, and gorgeous landscapes, one of the biggest things people associate with Iceland is how expensive it is. And honestly, that conversation comes up constantly. It's one of the most common questions when I am helping travelers planning their first trip here. Iceland has built a reputation online for being adventurous and fascinating, but also very expensive. And to be fair, it absolutely can be. Publications like Travel + Leisure have even ranked Iceland among the most expensive travel destinations in the world. From my perspective as someone who has lived in Iceland since 2016 and helped thousands of travelers through my podcast, social media channels, private consultations, and my in-depth video course, The Savvy Traveler's Guide to Iceland, what stands out to me is this: most people don't create a realistic budget for Iceland. Inside This 5-Day Iceland Budget Guide Knowing where to start with Budgeting for 5-days in Iceland Why the Season You Visit Changes Your Entire Budget What Kind of Iceland Experience Do You Want? Flights to Iceland Accommodations: The Biggest Budget Variable Rental Cars & Iceland’s New Road Tax How to Save on Renting a Car and Camper Van in Iceland The Hidden Iceland Expense Most Travelers Forget: Parking Fees Food Costs in Iceland Activities & Tours: What to Expect Use Discount Codes Strategically to Save Money Unexpected Costs Realistic 5-Day Iceland Budgets by Season Winter Budget Breakdown Shoulder Season Budget Breakdown Summer Budget Breakdown Knowing Where to Start with Budgeting a 5-day Trip for Iceland I think that people don’t always create a realistic budget for Iceland because they don’t know where to start. Travelers are often unsure about  how much to set aside for accommodations, activities, rental cars, food, parking, or even how much the season changes everything. So instead of just throwing random numbers at you, I want to walk you through how I would personally budget for a 5-day trip to Iceland depending on your travel style, the season, and the choices you make while you're here. Because the reality is that a 5-day trip to Iceland could cost one person around $1,300 and another person over $4,000 — and both of them could still have incredible experiences. The Season You Visit Iceland Changes Everything If there's one thing I really want travelers to understand before budgeting for Iceland, it's this: the season you visit impacts almost every single part of your trip. That includes accommodations, rental cars, flights, activities, and even how you spend your time while traveling. I'm honestly not exaggerating when I say that the exact same hotel room can literally double or triple in price depending on the month. For example, a hotel room that costs around $120 per night in winter can easily jump to $250–350 per night in summer. Same room. Same location. Same hotel. The only thing that changed is the season. Now, I don't say that to scare anyone. There are also unique events that can create unusually high prices, like the 2026 total solar eclipse in Iceland, where some accommodations are charging thousands of dollars per night because demand is so intense. That's not the normal reality for Iceland travel, but it does show how much seasonality and demand affect pricing here. Rental cars work exactly the same way. In summer, demand skyrockets, and travelers are often shocked by how quickly prices increase if they wait too long to book. What Kind of Iceland Experience Do You Want? Another huge part of budgeting for Iceland is understanding the type of trip you actually want to have. I think social media sometimes makes this harder because people see inspiration online and accidentally start comparing their budget to someone else's completely different trip. Maybe you want to see the Northern Lights, but you're planning to come in summer, which, by the way, isn't possible because the sun barely sets. Maybe you want to base yourself in Reykjavík and do day trips, or maybe you want to road trip around the country and stay in multiple places. Perhaps you want to rent a camper van or stay in luxury hotels for part of the trip because you're celebrating something special. All of those decisions affect your budget. One thing I regularly help people understand during my private video consultations is that Iceland often looks much smaller on the map than it actually is once you start driving around it. For example, if someone wants to stay in Reykjavík the whole trip but also drive to Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon, I explain that this is about a five-hour drive one way. That's ten hours of driving in a single day before you even stop at waterfalls, black sand beaches, or anywhere else along the route. That's why route planning matters so much in Iceland, not only for your sanity but also for your budget. Flights to Iceland – Cost per Season Flights to Iceland fluctuate constantly depending on the season, where you're flying from, how early you book, and global fuel prices. For winter, flights are often around $400–700 roundtrip, while summer flights can range from $600–1,200 or even higher. And honestly, airfare pricing lately has become even harder to predict because of global fuel market instability and international conflicts affecting energy prices. Those things trickle into airline pricing too, so whenever I give ranges for Iceland travel costs, I always want people to understand that these numbers are based on averages and trends, not guarantees. One thing I personally recommend is signing up for airline email lists, like Icelandair or Delta Air Lines, because they regularly send flight sales. I also use Google Flights to track pricing trends, and you'd honestly be surprised how much prices can fluctuate from one week to another. Accommodations in Iceland: The Biggest Budget Variable Accommodation is usually where people underestimate costs the most. For budget accommodations like hostels, guesthouses, smaller rooms, or shared bathroom situations, you're generally looking at around $400–700 total for five nights in winter and about $700–1,400+ in summer. For mid-range accommodations, such as private hotel rooms, apartments, or guesthouses with private bathrooms, winter pricing is usually somewhere around $700–1,400 for five nights, while summer can jump to $1,200–2,000+. And yes, summer pricing really can get that high. If you're considering a camper van, that can sometimes help reduce accommodation costs, though prices vary dramatically depending on the vehicle and the season. I always recommend booking accommodations as early as possible for summer travel. Honestly, if you can plan a year in advance, that's ideal. Six months minimum is usually what I suggest if possible. Rental Cars Cost & Iceland's New Road Tax If you're planning to leave Reykjavík, I strongly recommend considering a rental car because it gives you so much flexibility. Winter rental prices for a smaller car are often around $120–150 per day, while SUVs are closer to $170–180 per day. In summer, smaller cars can easily be $150–200+, and SUVs can go even higher depending on the size and capability of the vehicle. For a five-day trip, many travelers spend somewhere between $600–1,200+ once you include gas and insurance. And there's another thing travelers now need to budget for. Starting in 2026, Iceland implemented a kilometer-based road tax system that applies to vehicles, including rental cars. Iceland Kilometer Fee Information Most travelers won't calculate this themselves because rental companies typically include it either as a per-kilometer fee or as a flat daily charge. For example, Go Car Rental Iceland currently charges approximately €10.50 per day as a flat mandatory road tax fee. Fuel prices in Iceland have lowered somewhat since the road tax was introduced, but global events still impact fuel pricing significantly. How to Save on Renting a Car & Camper Van in Iceland Through my discount links with Go Car Rental Iceland and Go Campers, you can save 7% on your rental. Go Car also includes free 4G WiFi, while Go Campers includes a free sleeping bag. And honestly, the WiFi is incredibly useful because you can check weather, road conditions, maps, email, WhatsApp, and social media while driving around Iceland You can head to gorentals.is/allthingsiceland Once you enter your travel dates, the 7% discount is automatically applied. For Go Car:When you get to the extras section, select 4G WiFi. You'll see the price stays the same, even though it has been added.  For Go Campers:Choose a sleeping bag under the “extras” section, and same thing, the total price won't increase. And just so you know, using my link gives me a small commission at no extra cost to you. It's one of the ways you're supporting All Things Iceland and the content I create. So thank you for that. The Hidden Expense in Iceland that Most Travelers Forget: Parking Fees Many waterfalls, black sand beaches, scenic viewpoints, geothermal areas, and hiking spots now charge for parking. This is especially in popular areas like the Golden Circle, South Coast, Snæfellsnes Peninsula, and downtown Reykjavík. I've seen this change a lot over the years since I moved here in 2016. There were many places that used to have completely free parking, but because of the increase in tourism, road maintenance, parking lot maintenance, and of course landowners wanting to make money, parking fees have become much more common. I usually recommend budgeting around $80 USD total for parking during a 5-day trip depending on how much driving you're doing. You can also use the Parka app to look up parking fees in advance, which can help a lot with planning. If you're unsure where to go or how to organize your route efficiently, I highly recommend checking out My Iceland Map on Rexby. It includes 350+ personally recommended locations around Iceland that I've visited and enjoyed myself. Food Costs in Iceland Food absolutely adds up in Iceland if you eat every meal out. A casual restaurant meal is usually around $20–35 per person, while a nicer dinner can easily be $40–80+. Coffee and a pastry are often around $10–15, and cocktails in Reykjavík can easily cost over $20 each. For five days, I'd say a budget traveler who cooks some meals or makes sandwiches could probably spend around $150–300, while a mid-range traveler who eats out more regularly could spend around $300–700+. One of my favorite budget hacks is booking accommodations with breakfast included. Then you can eat a larger breakfast, make sandwiches or grab snacks for later, and only pay for dinner out. For groceries, Bónus is generally the cheapest option, while Krónan is another great alternative. And surprisingly, IKEA Iceland is one of the cheapest places to sit down and eat a full meal in Iceland. I’m not suggesting that you eat at IKEA every day but I just think it is fun to share that random information. What to Budget for Activities & Tours in Iceland This category really depends on what type of traveler you are. Some people are perfectly happy exploring waterfalls, scenic drives, geothermal areas, and hiking trails, which can keep costs relatively low. Others want glacier hikes, snorkeling, whale watching, ice caves, and snowmobiling. All of these activities can add up quickly. The Blue Lagoon and Sky Lagoon are generally around $100–150+, glacier hikes are around $100–200+, whale watching tours around $118–150+, and ice cave tours can range from $150–300+ depending on the experience. One of my favorite lower-cost alternatives to the major lagoons is going to a local swimming pool like Laugardalslaug. It has Olympic-sized pools, hot tubs, a cold plunge, slides, and it gives you a chance to experience Icelandic swimming pool culture alongside locals for a fraction of the cost of the lagoons. And if you love museums, there are actually certain times of year when you can visit many for free during events like Winter Lights Festival in February and Menningarnótt (Culture Night) in August. Use Discount Codes & Links to Save Money in Iceland One of the easiest ways to save money in Iceland is by not paying full price when you don't have to. My free Iceland Discount Code Bundle includes discounts for rental cars, camper vans, tours, activities, hotels, outerwear, and more. Most tour discounts are around 10% off, and when you apply those savings across multiple activities, it really does make a noticeable difference in your final trip budget. Always Leave Room for Unexpected Costs This is honestly one of my biggest Iceland budgeting tips overall: always leave room for flexibility. Weather changes quickly in Iceland, and road conditions can shift plans unexpectedly. That could mean rerouting, staying somewhere an extra night, changing accommodations, or adjusting activities because of storms or warnings. Whenever possible, I recommend keeping a few hundred dollars of flexibility in your budget if you can. It just makes the trip feel significantly less stressful. Realistic 5-Day Iceland Budget by Season For winter travel between November and March (excluding holidays), a budget traveler is usually looking at around $1,300–2,000, while a mid-range traveler is closer to $1,800–2,700. Winter tends to be cheaper because hotel demand is lower, rental cars are less expensive, and there are fewer crowds. The trade-off, of course, is less daylight and more unpredictable weather. For summer, budget travelers are usually spending around $1,800–3,000, while mid-range travelers are closer to $2,500–4,000+. Summer costs rise because of peak tourism demand, midnight sun season, easier travel conditions, Highlands access, and limited accommodations. The biggest reason I wanted to make this episode was honestly to help people manage expectations. Iceland can absolutely be expensive. But once you understand how seasonality works, where your biggest expenses are, and how to budget realistically, it becomes much easier to create a trip that works for your finances and travel style. And honestly, being informed ahead of time makes Iceland feel so much less overwhelming. The Random Fact of the Episode Did you know that Iceland has around 41 active volcanic systems — including volcanoes beneath the ocean? According to Náttúra Íslands (Natt.is), a volcano is considered “active” if it has erupted within the last 11,000–12,000 years, which is actually pretty recent in geological terms. The most active volcanic system in Iceland is called Grímsvötn, located in Southeast Iceland. It has erupted on average about once every decade over the last thousand years. Meanwhile, Iceland's largest volcanic system is Bárðarbunga, and many of the country's enormous lava fields were created from eruptions there. What's also fascinating is that volcanic systems in Iceland are often made up of: a central volcano, plus a fissure swarm, all connected to a shared underground magma chamber deep within the Earth's crust. Which honestly explains why Iceland can sometimes feel like you're standing on another planet. Icelandic Word of the Episode ferðakostnaður — travel expenses or cost of travel Pronunciation: FEHR-tha-kost-na-thur This felt like the perfect word for this episode because honestly… that's exactly what we've been talking about the entire time.  In Icelandic: ferð = trip/journey kostnaður = cost/expense So together: ferðakostnaður = the cost of traveling. Example: “Ferðakostnaður á Íslandi getur verið hár á sumrin.” “Travel costs in Iceland can be high during the summer.” And trust me… Icelanders definitely understand this too, especially when traveling around their own country during peak season. 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Karl Alvarsson er fyrrverandi flugumferðarstjóri og lögfræðingur og hefur unnið ýmis sérfræðistörf tengd fluginu. Hann er í dag formaður Fagráðs um flugmál sem er innviðaráðherra til ráðuneytis í málaflokknum og er þar að auki formaður skipulagsnefndar fyrir Keflavíkurflugvöll. Í þættinum er rætt við Karl um skipulagsmálin, þá einkum í Reykjavík. Karl gagnrýnir að alþjóðaflugvöllurinn í höfuðborginni, sem jafnrframt er hjartað í innanlandssamgöngukerfinu, skuli háður starfsleyfi frá heilbrigðiseftirliti borgarinnar. Hann ræðir líka um fyrirkomulag skipulagsmála á Keflavíkurflugvelli og um helstu verkefni sem þar eru framundan. Ásælni flugfélaga í að hafa leyfi til flugrekstrar á Möltu eru líka til umræðu í þættinum og þeirri spurningu varpað fram hvort íslensk stjórnvöld geti gert eitthvað til að efla íslenska flugrekendur í alþjóðlegri samkeppni. Áhugavert spjall fyrir alla þá sem vilja fylgjast með í flugmálum.

Are you enjoying this? Are you not? Tell us what to do more of, and what you'd like to hear less of. The Reykjavík Grapevine's Iceland Roundup brings you the top news with an (un?)healthy dash of local views. In this episode, Grapevine publisher Jón Trausti Sigurðarson is joined by Grapevine editor-in-chief Bart Cameron, and Grapevine friend and contributor Sindri Eldon to roundup the stories making headlines in the past week. On the docket this week are: Elderly Man In Húsavík Prosecuted For Killing Five MinksAccording to a very brief report on visir.is. a man in his 70s has been charged for violating the laws against the protection of wildlife for trapping five minks and subsequently killing them. The Mink slaying happened near the town of Húsavík in North Iceland.The Reykjavík Mayor's Credit Card “Scandal” And Upcoming Municipality ElectionsOutgoing Mayor Heiða Björg Hilmisdóttir paid the city of Reykjavík back 28.000 ISK because of unauthorised use of the mayor's credit card. This she did after the Icelandic media requested information about her card usage. The mayor was featured in a cover story here.  Municipality elections will take place next weekend, learn about who's running for office in Reykjavík here.There Will Be Violence - Anti-EU Discussion Heats Up In The Reykjavík GrapevineThis publication interviewed meteorologist, university professor, and chairman of anti-EU group Heimssýn Haraldur Ólafsson for our latest cover feature. In the interview Haraldur suggests that the EU debate could become so heated that people might resort to violence. His comments went viral over the weekend after visir.is picked up on the comments.Romanian Hacker Steals Millions From Icelandic Arion BankA Romanian man has been arrested in his home country for embezzling millions of krónur from the Icelandic bank, Arion. The man will be extradited to Iceland to face prosecution.Support the show------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------SHOW SUPPORTSupport the Grapevine's reporting by becoming a member of our High Five Club: https://grapevine.is/high-five-club/Or donate to the Grapevine here:https://support.grapevine.isYou can also support the Grapevine by shopping in our online store:https://shop.grapevine.is------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------This is a Reykjavík Grapevine podcast.The Reykjavík Grapevine is a free alternative magazine in English published 18 times per year, biweekly during the spring and summer, and monthly during the autumn and winter. The magazine covers everything Iceland-related, with a special focus culture, music, food and travel. The Reykjavík Grapevine's goal is to serve as a trustworthy and reliable source of information for those living in Iceland, visiting Iceland or interested in Iceland. Thanks to our dedicated readership and excellent distribution network, the Reykjavík Grapevine is Iceland's most read English-language publication.You may not agree with what we write or publish, but at least it's not sponsored content.www.grapevine.is

There are places in Iceland that are easy to visit. And then there are places that require a bit more effort, but reward you in ways you honestly don't expect. I'm sharing 5 places across the country that are absolutely worth the detour. These aren't your typical Golden Circle stops. These are the kinds of places that make people say: “Wait… THIS was in Iceland?!” If you're planning a trip and want to go beyond the basics, this list is for you. Table of Contents How to Reach These Places (Car & Camper Van Tips) Látrabjarg (Westfjords) Seyðisfjörður (East Iceland) Hveradalir (Highlands) Plan Your Trip with My Iceland Map Westman Islands / Vestmannaeyjar (South Iceland) Siglufjörður (North Iceland) Sample Route Using These 5 Detours Random Fact of the Episode Icelandic Word of the Episode How to Reach These Places (And Save on Your Rental) Let's be real for a second. To visit places like these, especially the Westfjords, Highlands, and North Iceland, you'll need your own vehicle. Public transport won't get you to most of these locations, and guided tours often don't go this far off the beaten path. That's where having the right rental car or camper van makes all the difference. I personally use and recommend: Go Car Rental Iceland Go Campers I've partnered with them for years because: They have a wide variety of vehicles (from small cars to fully equipped campers) Their customer service is amazing And they make it easy to travel around Iceland confidently How to Save + Get Free Extras When you use my link:gorentals.is/allthingsiceland You'll automatically get: 7% off your rental Plus some really helpful extras Here's exactly what to do: For Go Car Rental: Click the link and enter your travel dates The 7% discount is automatically applied When you get to “Insurance & Extras” Select 4G WiFiYou'll see the price does not increase, it stays the same For Go Campers: Click the same link and choose your camper The 7% discount is automatically applied Under the “Sleeping” section Select a sleeping bag Again, the price stays the same It's one of those little things that makes a big difference when you're traveling around Iceland. 1. Látrabjarg (Westfjords) If you're craving something remote, raw, and wildly beautiful, this is it. Látrabjarg is the westernmost point of Iceland, and is known for its dramatic sea cliffs and incredible birdlife. Why Látrabjarg worth the detour: One of the best places in Iceland to see puffins up close Massive cliffs stretching for kilometers A true “edge of the world” feeling Important tips: The road can be rough, so take it slow Best visited in summer (June–mid August for puffins) Not recommended in winter, late fall or early spring. You can use a 2wd to get here but a 4×4 makes the trip easier and smoother. This is exactly the type of destination where having the right vehicle matters. 2. Seyðisfjörður (East Iceland) This town feels like stepping into a completely different side of Iceland. The drive into Seyðisfjörður alone is unforgettable. The winding road down a mountain pass into a peaceful fjord surrounded by waterfalls is incredible. What makes Seyðisfjörður special: Eclectic, artistic vibe The iconic