Category: Local Guides

Top Flea Markets and Thrift Stores in Reykjavik

January 25, 2012

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Kolaportid Flea Market has great deals in Iceland. Photo courtesy of Cuttlefish via Flickr.

With their well-known economic challenges, it’s not surprising that the Icelanders have a healthy interest in recycling clothes, household goods and other things. It’s actually not a new thing for them – I suppose living on a small island like Iceland makes you naturally resourceful

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Christmas Tree Lighting in Reykjavik

November 15, 2011

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It’s already started snowing in Iceland – well, the first snows have fallen on the mountains across from Reykjavik – so you’re pretty well guaranteed a white Christmas if you head there for December. With the onset of the cold and long dark days ahead, Icelanders embrace the festive season by emblazoning their towns with light.

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