Why Choose Iceland As Your Holiday Destination

By: Chris Robertson

Whether it’s sleeping between the finest linen sheets in a fourstar hotel or watching the northern lights from an outdoor hot pot by your summerhouse or campsite, Iceland has accommodation to suit all tastes and budgets. While you can find places to stay year-round, it is a good idea to book ahead during the busy summer months. If you’re traveling as a family, don’t forget to ask about children’s discounts, which are often available.

Strolling down the main shopping street, Laugarvegur, in Reykjavik can sometimes feel like you’re on one long catwalk of tres chic boutiques. Allow yourself to be tempted on one of the oldest thoroughfares in the city, or at modern indoor shopping areas like Kringlan in Reykjavik and Smaralind in Kopavogur.

It is a serious power shopper’s secret that designer labels like Hugo Boss and Max Mara are typically 10 to 35 percent less expensive in Iceland than in Europe and the US. The 15 percent tax-free refund for tourists on a minimum purchase of 4000 ISK (approx. $55 USD) adds to the shopping nirvana. Alongside these famous fashion brands dwell a highly creative and artistic collection of Icelandic designers, who add new dimensions to the image of fashion. Jewelry inspired by the country’s nature and pagan history are often made from lava stones or other local minerals and can be specially designed for you.

Of course you won’t want to forget to bring home some traditional Icelandic souvenirs. Hand-knitted Icelandic woolens, sheepskin outerwear, lava-laced pottery, Viking inspired novelty gifts, stunning photographic books, music and artwork from local artists are available in shops throughout the country and in the duty free stores of Leif Eriksson International Airport in Keflavik.

Here are some facts on Iceland:

Iceland is a European island midway between North America and the continent of Europe. It’s the same distance from New York to Iceland as from New York to Los Angeles.

Icelandair flies from six different US gateways, many on a daily basis. All fights connect at Iceland’s Keflavik International Airport with flights to other popular destinations on the European continent. Many people discover Iceland by taking advantage of stop-over opportunities while on their way to or from somewhere else.

It’s about the size of Kentucky. Iceland has almost 300,000 people, most of whom live in coastal areas.

The official language of Iceland is Icelandic, but most Icelanders speak fluent English. In fact, they welcome the opportunity, so don’t be shy about approaching an Icelander.

In summer, you won’t see much darkness. In mid-winter, expect only four to five hours a day of daylight. Spring and fall daylight hours are roughly the same as in North America.

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