Reykjavík Archives – Oakenglass

Photo by Niccolò Salvi

Solitude

Solitude > I was sitting alone at the picnic table next to the harbour fountain, when I noticed a guy riding a bicycle packed with more than twice my luggage. He passed right behind me, heading to one of the only two restaurants in town.“So, I’m not the only one bikepacking in this region…pity that I have to depart today.”I waited there until the last whale sightseeing tour had left, then I reached the gas station to catch the bus to Borgarnes. While I was rearranging my gear to ease the loading of my bike in…

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October 24, 2018

Photo by Niccolò Salvi

Iceland

Loneliness

Loneliness > “Ladies and gentlemen, this is the Captain. We have just been cleared to land at Keflavík Airport, Iceland. As we start our descent, please make sure your seat backs and tray tables are in their full upright position. Also, make sure your seat belt is securely fastened and all carry-on is stowed underneath the seat in front of you or in the overhead bins. Cabin crew, please take you seats for landing.”I watched outside the window and saw my dream land touched by sunrays and scattered rainy clouds. Then I noticed that my two…

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October 16, 2018

Photo by Jonatan Pie

Iceland

Solo: A West Fjords Story

Solo: A West Fjords Story > Backpacking for three months in Iceland, from June to September, to loop Route 1. That was the original idea. Reading about all those people who had lived grand adventures by walking around the world awakened a forgotten thrill. The thrill of exploring. I also wished to relieve the burden of living in a hard-hearted society, to immerse myself into the world, to drift on foreign lands, to sense a deep connection with the earth, to enjoy the little things every day. Feel their same freedom. Unfortunately, my checking account didn’t agree.…

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July 21, 2018

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