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Tag: Capital of Iceland

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Drip by Drip | Starbucks in Reykjavík

Apr 22, 2025May 1, 2025 Michael Chapman

As Starbucks prepares to open in downtown Reykjavík, the city’s beloved coffee culture faces pressure—from global chains, nostalgic tourists, and the quiet question of what makes a place truly local. Continue reading Drip by Drip | Starbucks in Reykjavík

City Guide

A Brief History of Reykjavik

Apr 17, 2025Apr 18, 2025 Michael Chapman

Starting out as a scattering of turf houses on the untamed shores of Faxaflói Bay, Reykjavík has slowly transformed into a lively, modern capital. Today, Iceland’s largest city is home to two-thirds of the country’s population. Though small and isolated, … Continue reading A Brief History of Reykjavik

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