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All Things Iceland

Jewells Chambers

Discover Iceland’s language, history, culture, & nature

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8:26

Iceland’s Magical 13th Day of Christmas – Folklore...

All Things Iceland ·

2024/01/05

Today is the first episode of my Folklore Friday series, where I am sharing fascinating stories from Icelandic folklore on Fridays throughout 2024. This one is extra special because tomorrow is January 6th and it is said that many magical things happen then in Iceland. Why January 6th is the end of Christmas in Iceland On January 6th, Iceland bids a vibrant farewell to its Christmas season, a day steeped in magic and folklore. Known as Þrettándinn or "The Thirteenth," this day marks the

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33:04

2023 Iceland Wrap-Up: Big News Stories & What’s...

All Things Iceland ·

2023/12/29

It’s the end of 2023 and it has been quite year in Iceland, my personal life and for All Things Iceland. This episode is a recap that hits on all those areas, and I share what I have in store for 2024! Of course, included in my recap is an update about the most recent volcanic eruption.Like most of my episodes, I will also have a random fact and an Icelandic word of the episode to share at the very end. How My Life in Iceland Has Changed in 2023 I’ll start out with the personal bits first

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8:16

The Latest on Iceland’s Volcanic Eruption – December...

All Things Iceland ·

2023/12/20

The latest volcanic eruption in Iceland started on Monday, December 18th at 10:00 PM UTC. When it started the fear was that the town of Grindavík would be in danger of being submerged in molten hot lava. Here is the latest on what is happening and if the town is in danger. Will Grindavík Be Spared in Iceland’s Latest Volcanic Eruption? The eruption started north of Grindavík on the Reykjanes Peninsula. Due to major damage from earthquakes and the potential of magma breachin the surface,

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25:48

7 Wonderful Ways to Experience Christmas in...

All Things Iceland ·

2023/12/14

The Christmas season is in full swing in Iceland. Many of my podcast listeners and followers on social media have asked about some awesome ways to experience Christmas in Iceland. Back in 2019, I shared 16 Christmas Activities to Do While Visiting Iceland on the podcast. While that list is still helpful, I wanted to update it a bit and provide some more links to activities that you might find helpful.Iceland during Christmas is a wonderland of unique traditions and festive activities, particularly

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29:42

August in Iceland – Weather, Fun Things to Do & What...

All Things Iceland ·

2023/11/29

If you plan to visit Iceland in August, this information will help you to know what to expect when traveling during this month.That includes the following:Road conditionsWhat to wear/pack, what makes it worth it to visit during that monthSome tips on driving in that timeTop activities, and events that happen annually during this monthThis episode is part of a series about months in Iceland. Here are the other months. Review of the All Things Iceland Podcast "I’ve been interested

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Why Reykjavik, Iceland Banned Dogs & Now Cats Rule...

All Things Iceland ·

2023/11/22

As you stroll the streets of Reykjavik, with its vibrantly painted houses and Mount Esja as a backdrop, you're likely to encounter many four-legged and furry locals. Yes, cats are roaming freely around the city.These furry residents are not only tolerated but adored by the city's human inhabitants. Please know that these are not stray cats. Rather, they have homes, but their owners let them roam around to explore and interact with other living beings. After learning this fact, you might be wondering

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Icelandic Streets Torn Apart by Earthquakes & a...

All Things Iceland ·

2023/11/16

As I mentioned in the previous episode, residents of Grindavík have been evacuated. Scientists have been anticipating a potential eruption but no lava has come up to the surface as of right now. However, that doesn‘t mean damage has not been done. The tens of thousands of earthquakes in Grindavik have resulted in major cracks in the earth opening up. There are literal holes in the streets where a whole car could fall in. Damage to buildings and parts of the town is extensive and it will take a lot

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Iceland’s Blue Lagoon Closes Due to a Possible Eruption

All Things Iceland ·

2023/11/10

Iceland's iconic Blue Lagoon closed recently and here is why.Since the end of October, land has been rising and thousands of earthquakes have taken place on the Reykjanes Peninsula near the Blue Lagoon and a neighboring town called Grindavík.Even though no one is certain an eruption will happen, land rising and tens of thousands of earthquakes, some strong enough to be felt in Reykjavík, are what happened before each of the last three eruptions on this peninsula. We've had an eruption each year

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7:38

Gunnuhver – A Haunted Hot Spring on Iceland’s...

All Things Iceland ·

2023/10/30

Welcome to this special Halloween episode of All Things Iceland. Today I’m sharing about Iceland’s haunted hot spring called Gunnuhver on the Reykjanes Peninsula. The Reykjanes Peninsula is the same area where the Blue Lagoon, the international airport, and our last eruption are located. It’s an area that most visitors never explore extensively and yet there are fascinated attractions, places to eat, accommodations, and, of course, this haunted hot spring. How Gunnuhver Hot Spring was

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24:06

Renting A Camper Van in Iceland: 6 Important Pros & Cons

All Things Iceland ·

2023/10/27

Over the years, I have traveled extensively around Iceland in a camper van, so the pros and cons I’m sharing in this episode are from personal experience. While the list might not cover every possible pro and con, I think it will give you enough insight about the experience to help you decide if this is something you want to do. Rent a Camper Van in Iceland & Save If you plan to rent a camper van, I highly recommend using Go Campers. I’ve use two of their campers on long road trips. One

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24:36

Iceland in July – Weather, Fun Things to Do & What to...

All Things Iceland ·

2023/10/11

If you plan to visit Iceland in July, this information will help you to know what to expect when traveling during this month. That includes road conditions, what to wear/pack, what makes it worth it to visit during that month, some tips on driving in that time, top activities, and events that happen annually during this month. July Weather & Average Temperature in Iceland July is one of the warmest months in Iceland, though "warm" by Icelandic standards might be considered mild in many

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28:35

Local Insider Tips for Visiting Iceland in Winter

All Things Iceland ·

2023/09/30

Winter is Iceland often has many potential visitors shaking in their boots. To be fair, the country is called Iceland, so I understand people being a bit worried about the weather conditions and wondering if winter is a good time for them to visit.When this episode is published, we are in autumn and winter is fast approaching. While you might be tempted to shy away from exploring this island of fire and ice in the North Atlantic during the winter season, my aim is to share with you why Iceland is

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23:26

Enchanting Saenautasel Turf Houses in East Iceland’s...

All Things Iceland ·

2023/09/23

Over the summer, I had the pleasure of traveling around Iceland, which has become an annual trip for me in the last few years. To my surprise, I always get to experience something new each time. East Iceland has a lot of hidden gems, so don’t skip out on making time for this area. Get Access to More Hidden Gems in Iceland Sænautasel, the turf houses and farm I m featuring in this episode, and hundreds of other attractions, activities, and accommodations in Iceland are available on My Iceland Map. I

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25:43

Iceland in June – Weather, Fun Things to Do & What to...

All Things Iceland ·

2023/08/29

If you plan to visit Iceland in June, this information will help you to know what to expect when traveling during this month. That includes road conditions, what to wear/pack, what makes it worth it to visit during that month, some tips on driving in that time, top activities, and events that happen annually during this month. Review of the All Things Iceland Podcast Jewells is truly a gem!! This podcast provides such great information for those who are planning a visit to Iceland and for those

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5:39

The Easiest Way to Plan a Trip to Iceland

All Things Iceland ·

2023/07/23

Over the last 7 years of living in Iceland, I've had the pleasure of exploring and sharing about every region of this amazing country of fire and ice.The adventures to remote hidden gems in the highlands, raw nature that has blown my mind, geothermal hot pools to relax in, and delicious food that excited my taste buds have given you a glimpse into what this country has to offer. An Easy Iceland Trip Planning Tool To make planning your adventure even easier, I have put together a map of over

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16:41

Iceland’s 2023 Volcanic Eruption – What You Need to Know

All Things Iceland ·

2023/07/19

Some of you might have heard that we had another volcanic eruption that started last week. Well, to be fair it is a continuation of eruptions that have been happening the last couple of years on the Reykjanes Peninsula. We’ve now experienced three volcanic eruptions three years in a row. All of them are being labeled as “tourist” eruptions because they can be visited, and they pose no harm to important infrastructure or towns. I plan to share a brief update about the eruption and what we know so

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19:40

Iceland in May – Weather, Things to Do & What to Expect

All Things Iceland ·

2023/06/20

If you plan to visit Iceland in May, this information will help you to know what to expect when traveling during this month. That includes road conditions, what to wear/pack, what makes it worth it to visit during that month, some tips on driving in that time, top activities, and events that happen annually during this month. Praise for the All Things Iceland Podcast Jewells provides the best information about visiting and the local culture in Iceland. Great travel trips—both must know and

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19:20

Celebrating 7 Years of Living in Iceland

All Things Iceland ·

2023/06/09

Wow, it‘s amazing that I have been living in Iceland for seven years! Even though I know this is a decent amount of time, it feels like it i has flown by. So much has changed since I moved here in 2016, and I‘m sharing some of the major changes/transitions that have happened in my life this year. 5th Year All Things Iceland Podcast Anniversary June is a major month in my life. I was born in this month, I moved to Iceland during this month, and I started the All Things Iceland in June of 2018. The

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7:59

Being Featured on Geography of Bliss with Rainn Wilson

All Things Iceland ·

2023/05/25

I have exciting news!! On May 18th a show named Geography of Bliss became available on Peacock, NBC’s streaming service. It’s hosted by Rainn Wilson. He is most known for playing Dwight Shrute on the American version of The Office. The show asks which nations are the happiest on Earth, and what it is about these countries that makes their citizens so joyful. Watch Geography of Bliss on Peacock Iceland is the first episode on the show. I am beyond excited and honored to say that I am one of the

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20:57

Iceland in April – Weather, Things to Do, & What to...

All Things Iceland ·

2023/05/20

Learn what to expect when traveling to Iceland in April. That includes road conditions, what to wear/pack, what makes it worth it to visit during this month, some tips on driving during this time, top activities, and events that happen annually during this month. Weather in Iceland in April April marks the transition from winter to spring in Iceland. The weather can be unpredictable, with varying temperatures and frequent changes. The average high temperature is 44 F (6.8 C), and the low temperature

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