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INSIDER'S GUIDE TO ICELAND TRAVEL IN ALL SEASONS Summer (June – August): During peak season, see the midnight sun, which is a constant steam of Arctic light. Fall (Sep - Nov): Fall is ideal for horseback riders, seeking an adventure like riding on a beach under a volcano. Winter (Dec - Feb): See the Northern Lights, explore ice caves, glacier hike, and snowmobile. Spring (Mar - May): Catch Orcas swimming off the coast, as well as Puffins and other wildlife starting to coming out. WHERE TO STAY Budget: Fosshotel Lind is a fantastic, centrally located three-star hotel that offers an in-house restaurant and bar. Moderate (pictured):The four-star, Hilton Reykjavik Nordica provides the comforts of home with its spacious rooms, stylish décor and warm hospitality. Luxury: For the best luxury hotel in town, we would have to recommend Hotel Holt. A trendy, art-inspired hotel, its staff prides itself on their exceptional and personalized service to guests. WHAT TO EAT Due to the geographic isolation, Icelandic cuisine emphasizes the quality and freshness of the food, rather than the variety. The cuisine showcases high-quality, animal-based ingredients that are farmed or bred in a clean environment. Lamb, fish, and dairy products are staples in Icelandic cuisine. Iceland also has an extensive and growing beer scene. SIGHTSEEING MOST POPULAR The Blue Lagoon (pictured): Natural geothermal waters warm guests seeking a relaxing soak. Northern Lights: Between October and April, have the best chance to experience the mysterious Aurora Borealis light up the sky. Golden Circle: Travel through beautiful Thingvellir park, marvel at Gulfoss Waterfall and visit a field of hot springs. ADVENTURE SEEKERS Inside the Glacier: Wander through mad-made ice tunnels and caverns of Langjokull Glacier with a stop at Europe’s highest flow hot spring. South Coast and Waterfalls: Experience Iceland’s black sand beaches , staggering cliffs and sea stacks rise across Reynisfjara shore. AGENT INFO Name: Phone: Email:.

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