It is hard to describe the wonder of Iceland – it has a natural beauty: sort of stark or fresh, untouched with landscapes of jagged lava flows, towering waterfalls in remote settings, volcanic and geothermal activity, creaking glaciers and vast open vistas. Like no place I have ever visited.
Last month I did a cruise to Iceland – it was absolutely fabulous and we agreed with other past passengers that have visited this country that it is an enchanting island with its stunning panoramas and unique experiences.
For quite some time Iceland has been trending as a “in” destination and now I can see why.
Iceland can be visited on a cruise, done as a fly/drive package, a bespoke tailor-made package or as part of an organised guided tour. Regardless of your style of travel, at Travel and Cruise Professionals we can assist you with your Icelandic travel bookings. Iceland would be a valuable addition to any European holiday. Cruises can be on regular cruise lines or with various Expedition Cruises companies, where the sightseeing can be done by zodiacs and/or kayaks, allowing you to explore parts of Iceland not accessible to the big ships. We book all the companies that visit Iceland. Cruises can be Iceland specific or include Iceland along with other Northern Countries – not only Scandinavian nations but also Scotland or Ireland or Greenland.
With some major European destinations suffering from over tourism and large crowds, Iceland generally is an escape from the masses. Iceland can also be a summer or a winter destination, especially if the Northern Lights are on your bucket list.
Although never guaranteed, the Aurora borealis is easier to spot in the winter months and can provide colourful displays so magical they look otherworldly. It is impossible to predict when the Lights will show, there is a higher chance of seeing them during the dark, cold winter nights, between October to March. They are as changeable as the weather so there is no guarantee that they will be on display. Scientists do know that there is a link between the solar flares and the Northern Lights. We were in Iceland in September and they appeared 3 nights running which was spectacular and we were very lucky.
Iceland has a vibrant culture and an interesting Viking history, being settled 250 years ago by the Norse people in the Viking Age. Daily flights connect Reykjavik (the country's capital and largest city) to many other European cities. This city has a population of only 130,000 and is home to the National and Saga museums, tracing Iceland’s Viking history, plus has a thriving nightlife and hosts music festivals.
To discuss a holiday to Iceland come and speak to Kymberly or Brian from our office who have both recently travelled to this island nation (or contact us by
phone or
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