While wandering Reykjavik on a rainy, dreary day, I caught a glimpse of color out of the corner of my eye: a purple sign: “Virðið Garðin Ykkar.” Peering through an small alley, I thought for a moment that I had stumbled into Cool World (it’s a 1992 Brad Pitt movie–if you haven’t seen it, you haven’t missed … Continue reading
Prohibition started in 1920 and ended in the United States on this day in 1933. Prohibition in Iceland went into effect in 1915 and lasted, to some extent, until March 1, 1989 (since celebrated as “Beer Day”). That’s quite a long time without a cold one to end the day. Luckily, Icelanders have embraced beer and its quickly becoming the … Continue reading
Continued from Part 1… Eat: While cured shark (hákarl) is a traditional dish in Iceland, don’t worry that you’ll starve trying to find something to eat. People from around the world have settled in Iceland and, as a result, the cuisine is diverse–there are Italian, French, Mexican, Thai, Japanese and even Ethiopian restaurants. There is plenty to … Continue reading
When Icelandair introduced non-stop flights to Denver, I was elated. Iceland has been on my radar for a few years now due to glowing reviews from a few friends and, really, because it’s Iceland. I learned the whole, “Iceland is green and Greenland is icy” in school–who doesn’t want to visit a country that’s possibly … Continue reading
Lonely Planet just released its Best in Travel 2013 list of cities, countries and regions. While there is definitely fodder for future trips, I’m a bit confused by some of their picks. Don’t get me wrong: I love San Francisco and had a great time in Amsterdam. Beijing: not so much, though the fact that it’s getting … Continue reading
I’ll admit it. Halloween is one of my favorite holidays. It’s not the candy (though I’m not adverse to those mini Reese’s cups); it’s not the movie marathons showing Friday 13th Part 37 or Halloween 200 (though I did watch An American Werewolf in London this afternoon); it’s not the cute little kids dressed up … Continue reading
I love jewelry, particularly earrings. My problem arose when I realized that I was not utilizing my jewelry to its full advantage. I would get into the habit of wearing one or two pair of earrings over and over, forgetting about other options. When I moved into my place for the summer, my friend was kind enough to lend … Continue reading
Katie on the Map 