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Iceland's Best
by Frank Lárus
My name is Frank Lárus and I'm half Icelandic and half American. I'd like to share my journey from growing up in the USA to moving to Iceland 20 years ago. If you're interested in coming to Iceland or just curious about everyday life and many other topics related to Iceland i.e.history, culture, nightlife, sightseeing and much more, then look no further. The name says it all. Iceland's Best highlighting some of the best things Iceland has to offer in the opinion of myself and my guests. Part of the focus of the show will be questions from listeners or on behalf of friends. Join us on this fulfilled insight into Iceland's Best.
Episodes
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Iceland is Weird
Send a text Hello, Friends – and welcome back! We’re so glad to have you here with us again. In this episode, we’re exploring some of the more unique – and sometimes downright quirky – customs in Icelandic culture. You might already know the classic fun fact: Iceland is green, and Greenland is…
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Pickpockets beware!
Send a text Hello Friends! In this episode, I talk about being aware of your surroundings. Especially in crowded tourist areas. When my wife and I travel we try hard not to look like tourists. Sometimes you just can't help it. You are what you are. There's no need to be afraid. Just be aware....
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It's Spring again! Is it though?
Send a text Hello Friends! I'm back to talk to you about spring's arrival here. The days are getting longer, the birds are starting to make their yearly trek back. The weather is getting warmer. I'm so excited! January marks the end of Christmas and the start of the winter celebrations that are...
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13 Santa Clauses! Really?
Send a text Hello Friends! Christmas in Iceland is really special. From the food, people, decorations and folklore. If you're coming to Iceland in December, you'll be delighted to know that Iceland is the best place in world to be. Christmas here brings me to a special place in my mind when I was…
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Summer wrap up. Now what?
Send a text Hello Friends! I'm talking about where we are in the tour season, northern lights in September. I'm also touching on Rettir this is the gathering of sheep and horses after they've been roaming free in the countryside since May. Rettir is also the name of the corral used to sort the...
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Fun Fact: I married my cousin!
Send a text In this Episode, I'm chopping up some facts about Iceland I hope you'll find fun like eating ice cream behind the wheel of an automobile, dating your own family, the confusion with Icelandic last names, Elves, Icelandic animals and more. Thanks for listening and hope to see you all in...
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Northern Lights in USA! Wait! What?
Send a text Hello Friends! Happy Summer! Summer is here. Officially. We will see the real summer weather in the next couple of months, but now the low temps are well above freezing and the highs are 10-12C/ 50-55F Which to me is great weather. Humidity is low so these temps feel warmer.…
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What NOT to do in Iceland
Send a text Hello Friends! In this episode I talk about being safe when coming to Iceland. There is so much to see and so many places to go. It's easy to be distracted by the intoxicating beauty of this wonderful country. I'll be speaking to common sense and being focused on being safe. New…
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Rokksafn. The Icelandic Rock ´n´Roll Museum
Send a text The Icelandic Rock ´n´Roll Museum opened in 2014. Of the thousands of famous and world famous Icelandic musicians, many are exhibited here. Shout out to the musicians that are not featured yet! When you come to Iceland make sure to put this museum at the top of your list. All musical...
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Volcano Update Christmas/New Year Recap 2023/24
Send a text Hello Friends! It's time for an update as to what's going on with the volcano and what to expect going forward. Since the prior podcast we've had an eruption, the winter solstice, 25 days of Christmas (I think I said 26 on the pod) 12 leading up to and 12 going out until the 6th of...
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Anticipating a Volcano
Send a text Hello Friends! We are currently anticipating a volcanic eruption. Well, since Friday we've been on an "anytime now" or "maybe never" status. It basically means that experts can theorize what may happen. However, you just can't know until it actually happens. I hope that makes sense. l...
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Winter is Coming !
Send a text Hello Friends! Winter is coming! I'm excited about it! Summer is my favorite season in Iceland, fall is a close second. Northern lights are shining brightly like a rainbow in the night sky. Halloween (Hrekkjavaka) is coming, and it has been growing in popularity every year people...
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Icelandic Phallological Museum
Send a text Hello Friends! In this latest episode of Museum Visits, I visited the Icelandic Phalloloigcal Museum. It was founded in 1997 by Sigurdur Hjartason. His son Hjortur Gisli Sigurdsson now runs the museum. I visited this museum many years ago before it moved from Husavik way up north. It…
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Burning Questions
Send a text Hello Friends! In this episode I'm answering your questions! it's a mix of questions sent in and ones that have been asked in conversations about Iceland. I´ll be touching on different subjects such as the Blue Lagoon vs Sky Lagoon, the most visited places in Iceland, when to come and...
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Volcanic eruption Update Thursday July 13, 2023
Send a text In this episode. I go into further detail about being safe if you're thinking about taking the hike out to see this ongoing eruption. I also talk about the importance of heeding warnings that are issued. As of Tuesday night at 21:30. The Mayor of Grindavik (closest town) has ordered…
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Volcano Eruption 2023 (some of what we know so far)
Send a text I'm talking about the volcano that just erupted today. I'm also talking about last year's trip to the volcano and the adventure that it was. (There were three eruptions in as many years) I also discuss ways to stay safe out there. How I made it out there and back unscathed. If you're...
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Icelandic Independence Day and summer Solstice
Send a text In this episode I talk about June 17th 1944. the day Icelanders became independent from Denmark. Seventy nine years later the celebrations are still goin strong. I also talk about June 21st the summer solstice. The longest day of the year. the day to witness the midnight sun. A couple...
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Icelandic hamburgers are awesome!!
Send a text People always say get an Icelandic hotdog when you go visit Iceland. In this episode I'll explain why you should also put the Icelandic hamburger high on your to-do list and why they are underrated. If you enjoy hamburgers I think you'll enjoy this episode. If you've had the…
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Arbaer Open Air Museum
Send a text First episode in the "Museum Visits" series. A short review on this "living Museum" just 10 minutes from downtown Reykjavik. This one is a definite must see. A complete view of what life was like in the 18 and early 1900s. There were moments when I felt like I was back in those times!...
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Museum Visits (Introduction)
Send a text This is a basic intro to an exciting segment of my podcast called "Museum Visits" Support the show Tell a friend that you have a friend in Iceland!
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Contact Info
Send a text Youtube.com/@icelandsbest instagram.com/@icelandsbest TikTok:@icelandsbest1 email: [email protected] Send me your questions and if you've been to Iceland send me your "Icelandic experience" and I'll share it with our listeners. Let's have some fun! Support the show Tell a friend...
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Introduction to Iceland´s Best
Send a text Hello Everyone! My name is Frank Lárus. I'm half Icelandic and half American. I'm really excited to talk to you about Iceland from my point of view and from the guests that I'll be chatting with. I love my Icelandic heritage and would love nothing more than to share "the Icelandic...
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
My name is Frank Lárus and I'm half Icelandic and half American. I'd like to share my journey from growing up in the USA to moving to Iceland 20 years ago. If you're interested in coming to Iceland or just curious about everyday life and many other topics related to Iceland i.e.history, culture, nightlife, sightseeing and much more, then look no further. The name says it all. Iceland's Best highlighting some of the best things Iceland has to offer in the opinion of myself and my guests. Part of the focus of the show will be questions from listeners or on behalf of friends. Join us on this fulfilled insight into Iceland's Best.
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My name is Frank Lárus and I'm half Icelandic and half American. I'd like to share my journey from growing up in the USA to moving to Iceland 20 years ago. If you're interested in coming to Iceland or just curious about everyday life and many other topics related to Iceland i.e.history, culture,...
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