Iceland

Icecapades in Iceland: Taking the Kids to Reykjavik

Iceland is the perfect location for a family getaway with a difference. It’s safe and welcoming, but also completely unique. Its astounding natural beauty seems a million miles away from the sun and sand of a standard beach resort, and the capital city Reykjavik enjoys a flourishing culture with museums and galleries jostling with bars and live music venues for space. Read on for a few of the best ways to experience the great outdoors on a family holiday to

Icelandic Eats: Delicacies for the Daring Diners

Letting loose on a holiday is the perfect opportunity to start testing your taste buds. You can often find weird and wonderful dishes everywhere you go, but if you’re off to Iceland, read this as a little head start so you know exactly what to look for. Svid If you’re a meat-lover at home, then there’s no harm in chomping down on a nice sheep’s head on your holidays. Packed with flavour, meaty goodness and a massive tongue, the dish

Whales, Vikings and Glaciers: Take on the Family Adventures of Reykjavik

Set in the dramatic Icelandic landscape of lava fields, snow-capped mountains, glaciers and wild, windswept oceans, Reykjavik feels like the perfect place for an arctic adventure. From jet skiing on glaciers and horse riding along ancient Viking trails, to boat trips promising sights of whales swimming and puffins diving for fish – there are plenty of activities to try here. Families can enjoy a range of activities together in a once-in-a-lifetime experience in Iceland’s welcoming capital city, whether swimming in natural thermal baths, hiking Mount Esja or, of course, watching the spectacular northern lights. The city of Reykjavik is the

Reykjavik

Uncovering the Quirky Side of Reykjavik

Reykjavik, Iceland’s capital, is situated on the country’s coast. This beautiful city not only boasts stunning views of the sea and hills, but it also has some of Europe’s weirdest and most wonderful attractions and museums. Despite being Iceland’s largest city with plenty of tourists, Reykjavik still has the feel of a small town. In fact, you can walk everywhere (it’s the best way to explore!). If you’re after a quick getaway, this city is a great choice for any free-spirited tourist looking for quirky one-off activities. You just need to know where to look… Visit the Whales of Iceland

Country Profile: Iceland

Iceland is a superb and diverse island country situated on the Atlantic Ocean, very close to the Arctic Circle. In it, you can find some of Europe’s biggest glaciers as well as some of the world’s most active volcanoes. Gorgeous fjords in the north become barren highlands in the centre and mossy lava fields in the south. Iceland’s culture is also fascinating, mixing pagan and Christian traditions that still stand to this day.