Viktor Ólason

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Viktor Ólason is an Icelandic entrepreneur and founder of Iceland Now. Born and raised in Iceland, he writes about Iceland travel, culture, and news from a true local's perspective - helping readers experience Iceland more deeply and authentically.

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Years of Tension Lead to Demands for New Mayor KV25

Randers Municipality: A Call for Collaboration Amid Political Tensions Randers Municipality has made national headlines — not for anything it has achieved, but for the...

Uncovering Djúpavík: Hidden Tales of the Past

"My sister and I attended school on the other side of the mountain," recalls Héðinn Birnir Ásbjörnsson, gesturing across the fjord. "When the roads...

Overseeing the Huge Ballot for East Denmark’s New Region

A Large Field of Candidates for Regional Elections in Eastern Denmark When voters head to the polls on Tuesday, they'll be greeted by something few...

Gunmen Kidnap Schoolchildren in Nigeria

Early Monday morning, armed attackers stormed a local school, firing indiscriminately before making off with dozens of students. Police confirmed in their statement that...

Oslo Car Fire Suspected to Be Arson

Car Fire Extinguished in Oslo; Possible Arson Investigated Just after 3:17 AM on Monday, emergency services were called out to Sandaker in Oslo to deal...

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How Iceland Geothermal Energy Powers Daily Life

Almost every hot shower taken in Reykjavík is heated...

Renting a Car in Iceland: What You Need to Know

More people rent a car in Iceland than you...

Iceland Camping: Rules, Gear, and What to Expect

Why camping in Iceland is nothing like camping elsewhere Iceland...

Best Iceland Photography Spots Worth the Effort

The first time I took a camera to Reynisfjara,...
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