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Traveladvisor in Iceland: Are you going on a vacation you can get lots of free and professional help, traveladvice and information from the National Tourism Organisation.
Discover the country and the cities getting the most out of your vacation with the professional help from the people who knows their country and their culture the best.
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As the name implies, Iceland is constantly covered in ice as more than 11 percent of the country is covered by ice glaciers. I know, that doesn’t sound very cozy, but Iceland’s climate is surprisingly mild and filled with countless geothermal hot spots.
Located in Northern Europe, Iceland is actually a large mountainous island in the North Atlantic that comprises one of the most picturesque places you will ever see. It is never dark in Iceland and nearly the entire landscape is filled with beautiful and colorful wildflowers, especially around the hills that surround the island’s deep fjords. The view of the ocean, mountains and delicate grassy shores is spectacular and breath-taking.
The typical Iceland vacation starts with a cruise from one of the many ports of Europe. You will sail through the country’s beautiful deep natural harbors and witness its quaint farming villages perched delicately on the rocky shores.
Once in Iceland, you will have every opportunity to try their natural hot springs, which are known all over the world and are universally recognized as sort of a native national pastime. Like bears in hibernation, Icelanders enjoy spending most of the winter and much of the summer months blissfully soaking in these springs to pass the long months of night away in relative comfort. It seems like the entire island is filled with these natural hot springs.
Traveling by car around the countryside is a novel experience as well since there is only a single road that traverses the whole rim of the island and affords a majestic view of island’s barren and icy interior.
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Escape to another world with an unforgettable Iceland vacation. If you want to truly leave the ordinary behind, a getaway to this vibrant country in the North Atlantic is the perfect way to do it. Between glaciers, thermal hot springs, lava fields, and roaring rivers, the landscape is unique and stunning. The capital, Reykjavik, is a young and vibrant city known for exceptional restaurants, art galleries, and lively nightlife. South Iceland is the birthplace of many Icelandic folktales, and is also has its share of hot springs including Golden Falls and Geysir. The Ring Road, a coastal route around the whole country, lets you see it all.
Iceland is uniquely gorgeous, and vacation here makes unforgettable memories. Most visitors choose to base their stay in the capital city, Reykjavik, for the perfect blend of outdoor fun and city pleasures. Go farther afield, in the towns outside of Reykjavik or in North Iceland to be immersed in the special beauty of the country.
Make your basecamp in Selfoss and Hella, for simple, budget-friendly motels or lodges that combine rustic touch with upscale amenities. Stay in the Reykjanes Peninsula area for the county’s most beautiful sunsets and tempting geothermic waters. Sleep in any of the privately-run hotels in Akureyri, North Iceland, or a bed and breakfast for a laidback vacation.
Reykjavik, the world’s northernmost capital, is filled with colorful buildings and high energy. Start your visit by walking along the northern harborfront and enjoying the view with other strollers, runners, and cyclists. Reykjavik is known for its late-night live music scene, as well as a lively arts scene. The Harpa Conference and Concert Center is a stunning glass building set on the city’s old harbor, and host to musical performances, ballet and comedians.
You’ll find family fun at Laugardalslaug, a water park, and the whole family will appreciate. The National Museum with exhibits on the early history as Iceland as well as more recent history. The Open-Air Folk Museum, just outside the capital, gives visitors a sense of life in old Iceland, and has on-site crafting demonstrations. For shopping, including local crafts, stop by the Kringlan Mall.
Not far from Reykjavik is Iceland’s largest waterfall, Golden Waterfall, or Gullfoss, that flows from a glacier lake. Nearby is Thingveller National Park, one of Iceland’s most popular sites, famous for its fissures: it’s located on the boundary of two tectonic plates. The park also has an interactive museum, and plenty of hiking and fishing. In the other direction on the Reyjanes Peninsula, visit Viking World, home to a recreated 9th century Viking ship.
The Blue Lagoon is one of Iceland’s most famous and popular attractions. It’s a geothermal natural pool with 104-degree waters that are said to have therapeutic properties. Soak in the lagoon, get a massage, and experience a special slice of Icelandic culture.
In Selfoss, admire the geyser called Geysir—it’s where we get the name—which spouts every 10 minutes, and take a ride on one of Iceland’s horses, the descendent of the Viking horse that’s smaller than American breeds.
Akureyri is the gateway to North Iceland. Around the time of the summer solstice, the sun never sets here. This provides the opportunity for activities that would be impossible anywhere else: a midnight round of golf, for example. Other activities in the area include horseback riding, fishing trips, and Sundlaug Akureyrar, a pool complex with waterslides, saunas and steam rooms.
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