Iceland

This island in the North Atlantic is so full of contrasts.  There are these long bright summer nights, with the midnight sun, so bright that you can read and play golf in the middle of the night.  On the other hand the  dark days and nights during winter,  but the advantage is  you are able to see  the extraordinary northern lights dancing in the sky at nights, when condition of the sky and solar storms are in favor, which happens quite often in Iceland durring winter.

Standards of hotels in Iceland are high.  Hotels are relatively small, few chains and more family run hotels.  

In Reykjavik, it is  always fun to stay down town, in walking distance from restaurants, bars and  shops.  We especially love to have our guests staying at 4* and boutique hotels style   For the bigger groups and self drive, we rather have guests staying where it is easy to park,

Once in the country side, there are so many  hotels at beautiful location, espcially in the South and North part of Iceland. 

Currently, there  are two 5* hotels in Iceland - but more are expected within three years.

We also offer some special accommodation, like glamping or camping  overnight in a glass bubble and around Iceland there are beautiful private cottages, with or without service to choose from.

 Experience distinctive accommodations, including glamping or camping under the stars in a glass bubble. Choose from beautiful private cottages around Iceland, with or without services. Book tours with us for an unforgettable stay. 

Iceland is a paradise for the active traveler both summer and winter. It is all about the nature, to explore and admire.  There are activities for all level and ages - and even if you are less active - there is no place  better to relax than surrounded by  in the quiet  nature and the breathtaking views. 

 Glaciers gives unlimited opportunities for outdoor activities, hiking, ice climbing, ice cave exploring, sailing on the glacier lagoon among the icebergs and  snowmobile driving on the icecap .  

The lava and extensive black lava sand fields are the same for hiking and cave exploring - the rivers for salmon and trout fishing, the ocean for sailing, surfing, bird, seal and  whale watching and hiking  or horseback riding in the unspoiled highlands . 

And you don´t want to miss out to try some of the  wonderful baths all around Iceland - but every tiny village has a swimming pool with hot jacuzzi, some hotels offer spa with outdoor jacuzzi, - and not to mention the number of nature baths around Iceland, the Blue Lagoon being the most famous. Newer lagoons are the  Skylagoon, Vok baths and Geosea - to name a few.

The settlement in Iceland started in the 8th century, when Iceland was discoverd by the Vikings that came mostly from Norway.  

Through the centuries, Iceland has suffered from brutal volcanic eruptions, earthquicks, extreme cold winters, and different pandemic causing severe situation in the country.   After the second world war, the economy of iceland began to improve and today, Iceland is among the weathiest coundtry of the world.  

Only 380.000 people live on the island, and the main industry has been fish related,  but aluminum smelting and tourism are getting  big industry aswell.  Infrastructer is good,  education level is high  and health care system is strong.  

Icelanders are well educated and physically strong and despite being few, there are surprisingly many icelanders that are world famous, for expample Bjork the singerr and in sport  the country has achieved some attenteion. So this question have been asked by foreigners,  what does those kid get for dinner ?  Fresh fsh and fish oil is still believed to be the key  for bringing up  stong induviduals !

Last but not least, Iceland is a destination where you can truly expect the sincerest and warmest of welcomes. The Icelandic people, descendants of tough Viking warriors and beautiful Irish princesses taken captive during raids, are down-to-earth hard- working people who are proud of their history and culture. By tradition how you welcome and treat a guest is a reflection on you and your honor.

 Reykjavík, the capital of Iceland, is today one of Europe´s most exciting cities when it comes to dining out. Taking advantage of the world´s freshest seafood, its unique mountain-raised lamb and a variety of game,  

Vegetable growing is getting more and more popular, using the geothermal heat for all year growing, The northernmost capital of the world is now a prime destination for those wishing to enjoy the best of New Nordic cuisine. 

The city has numerous fine dining restaurants where young ambitious chefs are making their mark by offering gourmet feasts from the freshest of ingredients.

In March the festival Food and Fun has got international attention .  World famous chefs visit restaurants to make creative menu for couple of days.

The size of Iceland is about 103.000. sq km  It is only possible to live along the cost line  and about 65% of the   population is around the capital, Reykjavik capital.  

The middle of the  islands, he highlands, can olny be visited during summer.

Thanks to Mother Nature Iceland´s environmentally-friendly geothermal water is used to heat up our houses and ensures that all accommodation is comfortably warm and cozy. And if too warm you simply open your window and let in some of that pure Icelandic fresh air.

Icelandic weather is unpredictable. It´s never boringly the same. We have a saying in Iceland, if you don´t like the weather, wait for five minutes! So be prepared and remember to bring the right clothing or plan to go shopping for such on the day of arrival.

Iceland stands out from the other Nordic countries for its extremely diverse landscape and nature. There´s the towering glaciers and active volcanoes, the unspoiled wilderness, the pure invigorating air and the crystal-clear water of our rivers and streams.Iceland like its Nordic neighbors is also a all-year round destination.

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