Iceland the place to go in 2009
It’s a big world out there, for sure. But around the globe there are just 44 places that The New York Times recommends people visit in 2009. Just 44. Iceland is one of them, registering at number 31. An honor indeed. Even more so when you consider that we were the only recommended vacation spot to receive a full-page story on Jan. 11 in one of the Times’ popular 36 Hours features on the delights of Reykjavik. Roundtrip fares are $400-$499 and the exchange rate is at record lows, meaning your dollar goes almost twice as far. Take a look click here.
Explore the winding roads of Southern and Western Iceland, two regions that showcase the volcanic energy and wind tangled coastal scenery of Iceland, on a six-night tour.
Reykjavik is a great travel deal in late winter which also marks “Thorrablot,” when Icelanders remember their Viking heritage with feasts of traditional food. Reykjavik is a city founded by Norse Vikings, a heritage that is still very evident in the city’s architecture and traditions. Enjoy a private guided historical walking tour of Old Town Reykjavik, sample traditional Viking and Icelandic country cuisine at a charming local café, and visit several excellent museums showcasing the Viking history of both Reykjavik and the entire nation. You will also want to enjoy the great shopping opportunities, including jewelry and handicrafts based on Viking age designs.
Fuel costs have dropped dramatically and that’s good news for travelers on Icelandair. Effective immediately, the airline is reducing fuel surcharges to all destinations from its North American gateways. Round-trip fuel surcharges to Iceland have been lowered by $58, and to the U.K., Scandinavia and Continental Europe by $98.
Some of the best photography ever to come out of Iceland is displayed in the Tourist Board’s new 2009 travel brochure. From the country’s iconic Iceland horse on the cover, to scenes of non-stop fun under the Midnight Sun, plus puffins, snowmobiling, waterfalls and jeep touring, you’ll be spellbound, quite possibly overcome with an irresistible urge to start packing your bags. The 42-page brochure also includes information on the weather (of which we have plenty), accommodations, shopping, and a comprehensive list of outdoor activities. Order your free copy of this brochure, specially written for North American visitors, at 