Iceland
This beautiful island roughly the size of Ohio is the youngest on Planet Earth, barely out of kindergarten at 25 million years old, where European and American tectonic plates are drifting apart at the rate of 1 – 2 cm a year. Volcanoes and glaciers jostle each other for primacy (lava fields: 30%, glaciers 11%). Despite the formidable six months of dark, the people are some of the happiest on earth, enjoying the breathtakingly beautiful dance of the Northern Lights to pass the time. The Norse language is a cool 1000-years old, the climate is never too hot or cold, and they secretly believe in elves. Mosquitos do not exist here, crime is virtually absent, and Reykjavik is the cleanest capital in the world. We can go on and on with reasons to visit, but you’d be better off finding out on your own.
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What better time to go to Iceland than when the streets of Reykjavik never sleep and the entire country is rejoicing in 24/7 sunlight? Expect swathes of tourists, some in large tour coaches, but Iceland is big enough to take it all. Book in advance though; its geographic location, almost equidistant from Europe and North America, has made it a hot tourist destination.
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On the cusps of winter, these 2 months will see a tapering off of tourists. The visiting conditions are still optimal for travellers who do not mind a little rain and snow in the interests of lesser crowds and attractive prices on hotels and excursions.
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This is when the country is slowly plunging into, or slowly climbing out off, an extended nightfall that lasts 7 months. However, the temperatures are still comfortable, with a min/max of -10 C and 5 C (not that much different from peak summer temperatures). Certain areas may become snowed in and impassable, although winter activities like skiing and snowshoeing come alive. And the piece de resistance, which you will never see in summer, the magnificent Northern Lights light up the sky most nights.
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Trip Idea Description:
All Tripifini journeys are completely customizable. Our Iceland trip ideas are designed to give you any easy starting point for your personal experience - feel free to make changes. Want to make your trip a little longer? Have multiple generations in your family or group members that want to do slightly different things? Is there a special anniversary or birthday you want to celebrate? Your Tripifini Iceland travel expert will custom craft an amazing experience just for you.
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With very few exceptions, there is always a good time to visit Iceland at any time of the year. Low seasons can work best for those wishing lesser crowds and better prices. A shoulder season is often the best time to visit, weather and accommodation-wise. Conversely, the peak season can be the most crowded and expensive times of the year. Always check with your travel expert; their advice on when to go to Iceland is invaluable.
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Read as many country-guides as you wish; there is no substitute for on-the-ground expertise of a local travel expert. Apart from customizing your Iceland vacation entirely and advising you on best things to do and best hotels to stay at, our local travel expert will also provide 24/7 support. Let our team of travel agents in Iceland help make your vacation the best it could be.
Blog Article Description:
Here are a few must read travel articles in case you are planning a family trip to Iceland soon. These Iceland travel tips & insights will help familiarize you with the best places to visit, culture, cuisine and all those travel details a first time traveller to Iceland should be aware of.
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