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Here are another 10 European city breaks. This is the third article in my series of European city breaks, the places you can fly or drive to in a...
Everything from Iceland
Iceland, a Nordic island nation in the North Atlantic, is a land of extreme geological contrasts with vast glaciers, active volcanoes, geysers, and hot springs. It has a small population of around 370,000. The capital and largest city is Reykjavík, the world’s northernmost capital. Settled by Norse and Celtic migrants in the 9th century, Iceland is home to the ancient Viking sagas. It gained independence from Denmark in 1944.
Today, it is one of the world’s most developed countries, powered almost entirely by renewable geothermal and hydroelectric energy. Iceland boasts a strong literary tradition, an egalitarian society, and an economy built on tourism, fishing, and aluminum smelting. Its dramatic, otherworldly landscapes make it a unique destination.
Iceland is a country in the region Sandalsand has defined as North and Central Europe. There are introductions to this region and other regions in the Destinations menu.
Pictures from Iceland
This is a collection of pictures from Iceland, the result of a trip in 2016 in the western part of the country. Find all Iceland entries on...
The Snæfellsnes peninsula in Iceland
I wanted to see rural Iceland, the desolate, moon-like landscape, with dramatic cliffs, remote farms and small fishing ports. I found it: Compared...
VIDEO – Iceland – The Golden Circle
This video is from the Golden Circle, the most famous and popular day-trip out of Reykjavik. The scenery is awesome, the sights are splendid and...
World Heritage #1152 – Thingvellir National Park
The sacred area of Thingvellir has more than a symbolic meaning for the Icelanders. It is also a place where you can stand with one foot on one...
The Golden Circle of Iceland
The Golden Circle of Iceland is varied, it takes a full day to complete and even then you will have to skip some of the sights. Iceland is about...
Reykjavik attractions
Reykjavik is small enough to let you discover most of the sights on foot, and large enough to keep you going for a couple of days at least. In...
How to get the most out of four nights in Iceland
Iceland is beautiful and peaceful. It is also expensive and not so small as you might think. How many days should you stay, where should you go and...
