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Holidays to Iceland

Iceland is a year-round destination with a wealth of experiences to offer

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Iceland at a Glance

Iceland is bursting with natural wonders from active volcanoes, glaciers, huge waterfalls, lava fields, geysers, thermal pools, and the opportunity to try and see the majestic Aurora Borealis.

Straddling the mid-Atlantic ridge, Iceland is very geologically active which in turn creates some of the most striking scenery in the world.

The magnificence of the island is not just limited to the scenery. Wildlife such as whales can be spotted off the coast, Puffins make their visits in the Summer months, and in the west fjords, you might spot arctic fox – making it the perfect destination for nature lovers.

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Reykjavik

The Capital city of Iceland, Reykjavik, is the perfect place if you want to have the ability to stay in one location, take trips out to see parts of the country, and then come back to check out some of the amazing restaurants and bars in the evening.

Despite feeling quite small there is a lot to discover in Reykjavik whether it is visiting the incredible architecture of the Harpa events centre (and perhaps catching a performance there), or Hallgrímskirkja

The city offers a wealth of fascinating places to eat and also has a huge choice of vegan restaurants too – then there are the cafes, bars, record shops, and music venues – there is always some music being performed somewhere here!

If you are aiming for a more relaxing city escape then you can discover the brand new Sky Lagoon or head to the local pools dotted around the city for a more authentic experience.

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South Iceland

South Iceland has plenty to discover from the stunning waterfalls of Skógafoss, Gullfoss, Seljalandsfoss to the famous black sand beaches of Reynisfjara in Vik. Reynisfjara is a very famous location used in film and television and it also has basalt columns there too.

Further along the south, there is the famous diamond beach located by Jökulsárlón glacier lagoon and Jökulsárlón itself is fascinating to discover and see the icebergs floating within the lagoon.

Other places to discover are the LAVA Centre which displays the geophysical activity in Iceland, there is the National Park of Þingvellir where you can step between the two tectonic plates.

What makes the south so perfect to explore is the ability to travel there almost year-round – if you are after combining see the natural wonders with the possibility of northern lights then look to travel from September through to March!

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East Iceland

East Iceland is best known as Austurland, a part of Iceland that perhaps gets overlooked far too often given that it has lots to offer.

A short plane ride from Reykjavik City Airport will see you land into Egilsstaðir, or you can drive along the south coast (just make sure you plan some stops along the way), this is the perfect location to head out and discover some more hidden parts of Iceland that really are worth seeing.

For a start, there are the stunning beaches that exist in the area including Djúpivogur black sand beach, then in Breiðdalsvík you’ll discover Meleyri, and then further inland are the highlands to discover.

Here you can witness Iceland’s highest mountain Snæfell not to mention that you are not too far from Vatnajokull the largest glacier in Europe!

There is the stunning bay of Seydisfjordur and for hikers, one can head out to find the circle of waterfalls before hopping into a hot pool at Laugarfell.

So, when you plan to visit Iceland, make sure you make time to visit this part of the country.

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North Iceland

North Iceland is one incredible place to discover a whole host of activities and natural wonders. For a start you can head out whale watching from Húsavík, Iceland’s whale watching capital, and allow yourself the chance to spot mink, humpback, and (if you are really lucky) blue whale.

In one direction you can discover Myvatn and marvel at the bubbling mud pools, Europe’s most powerful waterfall Dettifoss, and soak in their nature baths. You might want to head in the other direction and discover Siglufjörður – Nordic Noir fans might recognise this location from the famous Iceland TV Series Trapped but you will also discover Iceland’s largest maritime museum from the herring ere.

Then there is Akureyri which is Iceland’s second city! A perfect hub to explore what the North can offer!

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West Iceland

West Iceland is split into two key regions to discover. First, there is Snæfellsnes peninsula which is roughly a two-hour drive from Reykjavik, here you will discover Snæfellsjökull which is famous for inspiring Jules Verne and his book Journey to the Centre of the Earth. The glacier-capped volcano is a truly remarkable natural wonder to witness, further to that is Djúpalónssandur black sand beach, the opportunity to head out whale watching from Ólafsvík, and then there is Kirkjufell – the most photographed mountain in Iceland!

From the port of Stykkisholmur, you can get a ferry that goes to Brjánslækur via Flatey Island. This will now open up the second part of the West – the West Fjords. Here you will discover stunning bird cliffs, head out on trips to Hornstrandir Nature reserve to spot arctic fox, and stay in the town of Ísafjörður which offers some of the most dramatic views of northwest Iceland.

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