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From the ice of the glaciers to the black church near the lava fields and on to the steaming hot pools of the blue lagoon, Iceland is a country of stark natural beauty and interesting folklore.

In this interview, Michael Ridpath talks about the hidden people, the trolls, and the ghosts in the mist, as well as the landscape as a character, and why he keeps returning to the country for inspiration.

Michael Ridpath is a British author of crime and thriller novels. His Magnus crime thriller series is set in Iceland. And he has a website, WritingInIce.com, which features articles and pictures from his research travels.

Show notes

Why Iceland is so compelling to visit
Suggestions for the most beautiful places to visit in Iceland
The Hidden People, and other interesting folklore of the region
How long winters impact the Icelandic temperament
Things to see and do in Reykjavik
How to write evocative stories where the landscape is a character
Recommended books about or set in Iceland

You can find Michael Ridpath at MichaelRidpath.com

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From the stunning Northern Lights of Lofoten, to the fjords of the western coast, scenic train journeys across the mountains, Viking history, and the culture of the cities, David Nikel evokes a country that has much to explore. In this pandemic year, I’m certainly dreaming of kayaking the fjords!

David Nikel is a British writer specializing in all things Scandinavia. Since moving to Norway in 2011, he’s traveled the length and breadth of the country producing the first and second editions of The Moon Norway Guidebook. He also runs a successful website and podcast Life in Norway where he talks about everything from relocation and travel advice to stories from the Viking age.

Show Notes

Why fjords are such a feature of the Norwegian landscape
The Northern Lights at Lofoten
The different ways to explore Norway including by car and railway
Places to visit in cities like Oslo
On the New Nordic cuisine movement focused on simple, fresh ingredients
Locations for authentic Viking experiences
Aspects of Norwegian culture that are unique from the rest of Scandinavia
How Norse mythology fits into present-day life in Norway

You can find David Nikel at LifeInNorway.net

Lava Fields, Trolls, And The Hidden People. Iceland with Michael Ridpath

Fjords, Vikings And The Northern Lights. Norway With David Nikel

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