Honest Iceland Talk

Honest Iceland Talk episodes:

• 06.22.2022

  The secret waterfall hike and dark tourism at Kárahnjúkar Dam (almost)

  Day 6: Waterfall hikes, Seyðisfjörður, and the start of the Horror Road Hi lovely people, it has been so long, I know. But here is the next episode from our 2021 summer ring road trip. This is the other half...

  
• 06.22.2022

  The secret waterfall hike and dark tourism at Kárahnjúkar Dam (almost)

  Day 6: Waterfall hikes, Seyðisfjörður, and the start of the Horror Road Hi lovely people, it has been so long, I know. But here is the next episode from our 2021 summer ring road trip. This is the other half...

  
• 12.03.2021

  Google sends us on a horror road in East Iceland

  Day 5: Flat Tire and driving back and forth As usual, we record on the next day, talking about the day before. You will get an intimate insight into our car conversation and how completely creeped and freaked out Steffi...

  
• 12.03.2021

  Google sends us on a horror road in East Iceland

  Day 5: Flat Tire and driving back and forth As usual, we record on the next day, talking about the day before. You will get an intimate insight into our car conversation and how completely creeped and freaked out Steffi...

  
• 10.31.2021

  Traveling back in time in East-Iceland & Indiana Jones vibes

  Day 4: Culture and Museum Day Petra's Stone and Mineral Collection: https://www.steinapetra.is/ https://en.visitfjardabyggd.is/things-to-do/museums/details/the-french-museum (The French Museum )in Fáskrúðsfjörður: Finding wild blueberries and eating them Finding a bench without sun Talking to very friendly locals Visiting the https://en.visitfjardabyggd.is/things-to-do/museums/details/the-icelandic-wartime-museum (Icelandic Wartime Museum) Visiting Helgustaðanáma mine near Eskifjörður No...

  
• 10.31.2021

  Traveling back in time in East-Iceland & Indiana Jones vibes

  Day 4: Culture and Museum Day Petra's Stone and Mineral Collection: https://www.steinapetra.is/ https://en.visitfjardabyggd.is/things-to-do/museums/details/the-french-museum (The French Museum )in Fáskrúðsfjörður: Finding wild blueberries and eating them Finding a bench without sun Talking to very friendly locals Visiting the https://en.visitfjardabyggd.is/things-to-do/museums/details/the-icelandic-wartime-museum (Icelandic Wartime Museum) Visiting Helgustaðanáma mine near Eskifjörður No...

  
• 09.24.2021

  The East Fjords: Unique Stones, Viking Film set & breweries

  The road trip continues... Day 2 (Part 1): Drive to Fjallsárlón (the better glacier lagoon) Drive to Jökulsárlon (no more vegan hot dogs for us) Sleep at Lambhús Cottages with glacier tongue view Visit to the restaurant and brewery Jón Ríki Day 3: Drive to Vestrahorn (and...

  
• 09.24.2021

  The East Fjords: Unique Stones, Viking Film set & breweries

  The road trip continues... Day 2 (Part 1): Drive to Fjallsárlón (the better glacier lagoon) Drive to Jökulsárlon (no more vegan hot dogs for us) Sleep at Lambhús Cottages with glacier tongue view Visit to the restaurant and brewery Jón Ríki Day 3: Drive to Vestrahorn (and...

  
• 09.17.2021

  Ring Road Adventure: Beautiful Glacier Hike & Rainy Camping Night

  Hiya, lovely listeners! We are back for a new season: Ring Road Adventure. We take you on a trip around the country. Get ready for sheep making love on the road, windy nights in the tent, pasta from a can, and...

  
• 09.17.2021

  Ring Road Adventure: Beautiful Glacier Hike & Rainy Camping Night

  Hiya, lovely listeners! We are back for a new season: Ring Road Adventure. We take you on a trip around the country. Get ready for sheep making love on the road, windy nights in the tent, pasta from a can, and...

  
• 02.04.2021

  Final Episode: Our amazing Trip to Katla Ice Cave

  Honest Iceland is taking a break. Will it be forever? We don't know yet. But we are proud to say that this episode took the least editing work ever; hopefully, you enjoy it. Thank you for your support! Alli and Steffi TQwieFckqwZ4NqrquKMi

  
• 01.14.2021

  Moving to Iceland: How to get started

  Playing with the thought of moving to Iceland? Many visitors fall in love with Iceland and consider living here either for a while or even long term. In this episode, I will tell you some facts and numbers, how to...

  
• 12.24.2020

  How to celebrate New Year's Eve in Reykjavík, Iceland

  If you are looking for a place to spend New Year's Eve, you will find Reykjavík on many top lists. With its bonfires, wild parties, and incredible fireworks display, Iceland's capital is not far behind New York or London. In this...

  
• 12.23.2020

  Bonus in German: Weihnachten in Island & 13 Isländische Weihnachtsmänner

  Liebe Island Freunde, um euch das Weihnachtsfest 2020 ein wenig zu verschönern, veröffentlichen wir heute eine Episode in Deutscher Sprache! Hier könnt ihr noch einmal alles über isländische Weihnachtstraditionen und die isländischen Weihnachtsmänner erfahren. Natürlich kommt die Weihnachtskatze nicht zu kurz. Erfahrt...

  
• 12.17.2020

  Meet the (rest) of the Icelandic Yule Lads & their parents

  Meet the other even creepier Yule Lads. This episode is probably one of the most fun and distracting as Alli and Steffi discuss the weird character of the Yule pranksters and go deeper into unexpected topics like the Icelandic Skyr...

  
• 12.10.2020

  Meet the Icelandic Yule Lads

  No, Iceland does not have a Santa Clause. Iceland has 13 Santa Clauses. But instead of bringing gifts, the Yule Lads play tricks with the children, steal their presents, and behave mischievously during their stay in town. Meet the Santa Clauses...

  
• 12.03.2020

  Celebrate Christmas like an Icelander

  Christmas time is finally here! Have you ever wondered about Icelandic traditions and how Icelanders celebrate during the darkest time of the year? We invite you to join Icelandic Christmas this year! Find the blog post HERE. Almost everyone knows about the...

  
• 11.19.2020

  The best time to visit Iceland: Summer vs. Winter

  Most people will tell you that summertime is the best time to visit Iceland. But what about Northern Lights, Ice Caves, and special prices that are only available in the wintertime? Read our latest blog post: https://honesticeland.com/when-is-the-best-time-to-visit-iceland/ If you like our show,...

  
• 11.12.2020

  Traveling with Icelandair during COVID-19 - Our Experience

  Some people miss traveling internationally and the pure feeling of sitting in an airplane, looking out the window. But in 2020, it is almost impossible to travel abroad. To see my German family again, Alli and I took several challenges...

  
• 10.29.2020

  Halloween Special Part Two: Icelandic Ghost Stories & Folk Tales

  What happens to Helga's mother after the elves visit her? Hear the rest of the story now. Listen to two more creepy ghosts stories from Iceland and find out how those tales still connect to Icelands society today. Books: Elves, Trolls...

  
• 10.22.2020

  Halloween Special: Icelandic Ghost Stories & Folk Tales

  In the old days, most Icelanders believed in ghosts, and some do until today. Iceland has a great variety of folk tales, giving you a distinct picture of the life and beliefs of past generations. In this episode, we bring you...

  
• 10.22.2020

  Halloween Special: Icelandic Ghost Stories & Folk Tales

  In the old days, most Icelanders believed in ghosts, and some do until today. Iceland has a great variety of folk tales, giving you a distinct picture of the life and beliefs of past generations. In this episode, we bring you...

  
• 10.15.2020

  Iceland's Volcanoes - Is the next eruption just around the corner?

  Iceland is situated right between the Eurasian and North American tectonic plates, and its geology is nothing short of extraordinary and fascinating. The inhabitants live with the constant threat of a sudden volcanic blow with a volcanic eruption on average...

  
• 10.15.2020

  Honest Iceland Trailer

  For Iceland lovers and explorers - every Thursday, we share with you great stories, little known mysteries, and how to explore Iceland like a pro! Visit our website: https://honesticeland.com/ Steffi from Germany and Aðalbjörn from Iceland deliver you more Iceland wisdom every...

  
• 10.01.2020

  I come completely from the mountains - Fun & Weird Icelandic phrases explained

  Coming completely from the mountains? We get it, Icelandic is pretty hard to understand. The Icelandic language did not change much in the last couple of centuries, which is why most Icelanders can still read ancient books and texts. Preserved with...

  
• 09.24.2020

  Challenges of Living in Iceland - What no one tells you

  The darkness in the wintertime? High prices? While the nature in Iceland is breathtaking, living in the country can be challenging. Although we wouldn't choose anywhere else to live, in this episode, we explore several reasons that might throw you...

  
• 09.10.2020

  Rotten Fish & Dirty Business - Political Scandals in Iceland

  When it comes to corruption and tax evasion, Iceland is no exemption. While there are a few rotten apples amongst politicians, one MP manages to rise from the ashes, again and after. In this episode, we explore what impact the three...

  
• 09.03.2020

  How to catch Northern Lights in Iceland

  Fascinating and mysteries, seeing Northern Lights in Iceland, is every travelers' dream. The new hunting season just started, and we tell you everything you need to know: How to read Autora forecasts, best spots to watch Northern Lights, and what...

  
• 08.27.2020

  The Blue Lagoon in Iceland - is it worth the hype?

  The Blue Lagoon is one of the most popular tourist destinations in Iceland. But is it a must-do, or can you skip it? We tested it for you in August 2020: Pros and cons, and what you need to know...

  
• 08.20.2020

  Don't do this in Iceland - Tourist Mistakes and what you can learn from it

  Getting lost on an ice sheet, driving a 6-hour detour, or literally finding yourself after an intense search, all this happened in recent years since Iceland became such a popular tourist destination. We talk about different mistakes and mishaps that travelers...

  
• 08.20.2020

  Don't do this in Iceland - Tourist Mistakes and what you can learn from it

  Getting lost on an ice sheet, driving a 6-hour detour, or literally finding yourself after an intense search, all this happened in recent years since Iceland became such a popular tourist destination. We talk about different mistakes and mishaps that travelers...

  
• 08.13.2020

  Things you did not know about Iceland

  The ban on alcoholic beverages, strict shower rules, and how the president of Iceland addressed the nation after collection rubbish around his estate: all these are topics we talk about in this week's episode. Things are done differently by the people...

  
• 08.13.2020

  Things you did not know about Iceland

  The ban on alcoholic beverages, strict shower rules, and how the president of Iceland addressed the nation after collection rubbish around his estate: all these are topics we talk about in this week's episode. Things are done differently by the people...

  
• 07.30.2020

  Jaja Ding Dong - Fact Check on Netflix's Eurovision movie

  In this episode, Steffi and Aðalbjörn discuss the new Netflix movie "Eurovision Song Contest: The Story of Fire Saga." Eurovision is very popular in Iceland although they never won the competition. This year, Daði Freyr's Song Think About Things was...