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Iceland

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This breathtaking island country is truly impressive anytime, day or night. Home to Europe’s largest glacier, Iceland also contains 30 active volcanic systems which produce a third of global lava output. The photogenic wildlife includes world famous Icelandic horses, puffins and Arctic foxes. Not to be outdone by nature, man has made a substantial contribution as well; Iceland’s iconic Viking history is a top tourist attraction. Architectural wonders range from historic turf houses to an award winning geometric glass concert center in Iceland’s capital Reykjavík. Activites include... sightseeing, photography workshops, kayaking, boat tours, ice climbing, popular music festivals, and a vibrant nightlife. The Secret Solstice festival recently made a unique musical venue inside of The Langjökull Glacier. Iceland is a prime Arctic location for viewing the beautiful, otherworldly Northern Lights. The Midnight Sun shines nearly 24/7 hours of daylight in the summer, while Icelandic winters are in near 24/7 darkness. With it’s wide-ranging attractions, Iceland perfectly embodies the DayNight travel ideal.

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<span>Photogenic Wildlife:</span> Icelandic horses gather in a snowy field; a puffin surveys it’s surroundings from a rock perch; and a grey Arctic fox sits in the snow.
<span>Challenging Outdoor Sports:</span> A watchful kayaker paddles through a glacial lagoon, navigating past an outcropping of small icebergs.
<span>Rest & Relaxation:</span> The Blue Lagoon Geothermal Spa near Grindavík, Iceland; two glasses of champagne; and hotel guests in a heated pool.
<span>Geographic Treasure:</span> Icebergs wash onto Diamond Beach from the Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon, creating a dazzling contrast with the volcanic black sand.
<span>Icelandic Shelter:</span> The Black Church of Búðir; an abandoned house in Westfjords; and a turf house at the Árbær Open Air Museum, Reykjavík.
<span>Majestic Landscapes:</span> A dramatic view of Vestrahorn Mountain as seen from a beach on the Stokksnes Peninsula, in southeastern Iceland.
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<span>Charged Particles:</span> Iceland is a prime Arctic location for viewing Northern Lights; the Aurora Borealis is visible September through mid-April.
<span>Unplugged:</span> With proper cold weather gear, winter camping is challenging and rewarding; energetic campers build an igloo for shelter.
<span>Tectonic Virtue:</span> Located atop the Mid-Atlantic Ridge, Iceland has 30 active volcanic systems which produce a third of global lava output.
<span>Glacial Raves:</span> Icelandic music festivals include Sónar Reykjavík, Iceland Airwaves, and Secret Solstice; unique venues include The Langjökull Glacier interior.
<span>Cultural Exploration:</span> The award winning Harpa Concert Hall and Conference Centre is a cultural and social nexus in the heart of Iceland’s capital, Reykjavík.
<span>Midnight Sun:</span> Summer at Vestrahorn Mountain; located in the Arctic Circle, Icelandic summers are in near 24/7 daylight, with winters in near 24/7 darkness.

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