Rúnar Karlsson chats with host Tim Sweeney from Ísafjörður, Iceland, where he runs Borea Adventures with his partner, Nanný Arna Guðmundsdóttir. Rúnar, Nanny and their team take worldwide visitors on wildlife photography trips, ski touring adventures, whale watching cruises, and hiking and kayaking trips in the remote West Fjords of Iceland.

A true local expert who grew up in the area, Rúnar explains how to approach your own Iceland adventure and tells us why the famed arctic fox loves to pose for photos with the guests he draws from around the world. An outdoor lover, he also discusses how a digital detox in nature can reinvigorate a guest. Finally, Runar explains how a “career” in Iceland can be a winding, varied path and why skills and experience are never a bad thing as you plot your own journey.

SHOW NOTES:
02:25 - Exploring Iceland's Tourism Boom

05:05 - Life in the Westfjords

10:37 - The Remote House and Its History

16:08 - Wildlife Photography and Nature Exploration

18:55 - Skiing Adventures in Iceland

21:32 - The Unique Experience of Remote Living

33:17 - Digital Detox in Nature

44:05 - Travel Tips for Iceland

49:59 - Career Paths and Life Lessons

55:29 - Exploring Iceland: A Unique Perspective

55:39 - Career Insights and Alternative Paths

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