Once upon a time … an odd task force got to work. A giant and a witch. Mission: to drag and drop the Faroe Islands close to Iceland. An undertaking that turned out to be far more difficult than expected. Even though the giant and the witch reached the Faroe Islands’ north-westernmost mountain Eiðiskollur, they didn’t manage to put their heavy rope in place …
Read MoreBirgir Enni, Captain of the Norðlýsið: A Faroese Institution
Person or institution? In this particular case: both. Tórshavn, the port promenade undir Bryggjubakka next to Tinganes. Alongside the quay: colorful houses and all kinds of boats, including the majestic schooner Norðlýsið, just back from the dry dock. On deck: the person and institution I’m talking about. Skipper Birgir Enni …
Read MoreStreymoy’s Central Highlands: Whirlwinds & Balm For The Soul
Bad weather and storm around the Faroe Islands recently, damage, ferry services and bus routes getting canceled. In the central highlands of the island Streymoy, whirlwinds speed up to angry 42,5 m/s at the moment. Hotspots: The old mountain road Oyggjarvegur and the mountain pass Norðadalsskarð …
Read MoreCongratulations! Michelin Star for Restaurant KOKS
The artistry of distilling all kinds of unique tastes: That’s the name of the game. And they know how to play it. Today, the Faroese restaurant KOKS has been awarded a Michelin star. Congratulations! Let’s approach the art of KOKS by taking a closer look at three stunning KOKS signature dishes – and some of the Faroese stories behind them …
Read MoreVideo: Gjógv. Famous gorge seen from village, cliff and sea
Scene of event: The outermost north-eastern tip of Eysturoy, about 30 inhabitants. The picturesque village of Gjógv, named after a sweeping 200-meter (656ft) gorge. Gjógv, the other way around: Very few people get a glimpse of the place seen from the ocean. This is where my video comes in …
Read MoreSaksun: A Symphony of Colors
Imagine a beautiful winding road that leads through a picturesque valley. This it what you see at the road’s end: Saksun, a place in the northwestern part of Streymoy. In the autumn, Saksun’s 50 Shades of Green turn into a Symphony of Brown and Red. At low tide, you can take a walk up to the waterfront. A scenery of surreal beauty …
Read MoreG! Festival: The sky's the limit
Kick-off, G! Festival 2016. Warm-up. Zion Train, Konni Kass, Phlake and Punjab. Take a look at my pictures and find out what you have missed, in case you actually did miss the start of this unique festival. Two more nights to go. Looking forward to seeing Jacob Bellens perform, one of my favorites. See you. Tonight at the G! Festival …
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