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Author: L.K.D.

Series 19 – Landscapes and Streetscapes

Two videos and some Icelandic humor.

August 23, 2025
Series 19 – North of Akureyri

Today we visited 3 small settlements north of Akureyri.

August 22, 2025
Series 19 – East of Akureyri

We toured the sites East of Akureyri, which were, of course, stunning examples of natural beauty.

August 21, 2025
Series 19 – Akureyri’s Botanical Gardens

Today we toured Akureyri’s botanical gardens and downtown area.

August 20, 2025
Series 19 – Iceland’s Unique Appeal Amid Global Heat

Over the years, the “Inspired by Iceland” campaign has pointed to many factors that make Iceland a unique travel destination. One thing not specifically mentioned? Other popular tourist destinations are scorching hot.

August 19, 2025
Series 19 – Pictures of Reykjavik

Included are some snapshots of our time here in Reykjavik.

August 18, 2025
Series 19 – Why You Can’t See Auroras in Iceland During Summer

Is anyone sure how the Earth works? Enough people have asked if I will see the auroras in summer to make me concerned.

August 17, 2025
Series 19 – Now Departing

The entire population of Iceland is approximately 390,000 people. In U.S. terms, this is the same size as the city of New Orleans, living in an area nearly identical to the state of Kentucky. (Kentucky is the birthplace of bourbon, also known for its crushing poverty, obesity, abnormally high lung cancer rates, contaminated drinking water,…

August 16, 2025
Welcome to Series 19 – Northern Iceland

We’re back with Series 19! In a few days we return to Iceland, this time to explore the northern, more remote coast.

August 14, 2025
Series 18 – Jet Lagged and Home

Our time together has come to a close. We arrived home Sunday morning.

April 28, 2025

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