Iceland's West Fjords with Renaissance man Rúnar Karlsson

from The Long Distance Lounge: More Than Travel · host Tim Sweeney

Rúnar Karlsson chats with host Tim Sweeney from Ísafjörður, Iceland, where he runs Borea Adventures with his partner, Nanný Arna Guðmundsdóttir. Rúnar, Nanny and their team take worldwide visitors on wildlife photography trips, ski touring adventures, whale watching cruises, and hiking and kayaking trips in the remote West Fjords of Iceland. A true local expert who grew up in the area, Rúnar explains how to approach your own Iceland adventure and tells us why the famed arctic fox loves to pose for photos with the guests he draws from around the world. An outdoor lover, he also discusses how a digital detox in nature can reinvigorate a guest. Finally, Runar explains how a “career” in Iceland can be a winding, varied path and why skills and experience are never a bad thing as you plot your own journey. SHOW NOTES:02:25 - Exploring Iceland's Tourism Boom05:05 - Life in the Westfjords10:37 - The Remote House and Its History16:08 - Wildlife Photography and Nature Exploration18:55 - Skiing Adventures in Iceland21:32 - The Unique Experience of Remote Living33:17 - Digital Detox in Nature44:05 - Travel Tips for Iceland49:59 - Career Paths and Life Lessons55:29 - Exploring Iceland: A Unique Perspective55:39 - Career Insights and Alternative PathsAd read for Twin Thieves Media :35 secondsSubscribe to the podcast and share with friends. Long Distance Lounge podcast is produced by Twin Thieves Media For more information, visit TwinThievesMedia.com Follow Tim Sweeney on Instagram at @tesweensLogo by Kyle Johnston Designs

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