Get yourself a great value vacation as now is the time to go to Iceland and save money!
One of the incredible advantages for tourists is that Iceland is incredibly different from the rest of Europe, and yet it is only a short flight away. Iceland’s top attractions are natural: stunning waterfalls, steaming geysers, dazzling glaciers, and of course, the beautiful Northern Lights.
One of the big decisions for travelers is deciding when to go to Iceland. Summers in Iceland are quite warm and winters are not as cold as one might think, although warm clothing is obviously a must. Some days can start out warm and quickly descend to a veil of fog, wind, and ice, so always come prepared for all kinds of weather. Peak season in Iceland is from June to August, so prices can be inflated at this time of year. To stay up to date on daily weather conditions, call the Icelandic Weather Office locally on 902 0600.
Some of the must-see parts of Iceland are the capital, Reykjavik, which is the northernmost capital in the world. Reykjavik is famous for having great nightlife, so make sure you head out after dark. During the day visit the amazing Blue Lagoon spa which makes use of the healing power of geysers and stroll through the pretty streets with their colorful buildings. More geysers and waterfalls can be seen in the Golden Circle and in the various national parks, such as Skaftafell National Park, which is the largest national park in Europe. The Westfjords are another area of rugged beauty worth seeing, while the Vestmannaeyjars are a group of volcanically active islands in the south of the country. If you go to the north of Iceland, there are amazing lava fields to see. Get yourself a nice four by four car and you can visit all of these different areas with no problem.
Among the great discounts on offer are those of Iceland Air, which has a number of special packages. You can enjoy a Northern Lights Special (a city break including a Northern Lights quest tour) for £269 from London, and this is valid until Christmas. Another good offer from Iceland Air is for the Iceland Airwaves festival. You get plane tickets, hotel accommodation and concert entry fees for a cost of £369. Iceland Airwaves takes place annually from October 14-18 and includes over 100 Scandinavian and North American acts.
If you’re looking for a bargain on accommodation, the gtahotels website is now offering 70% off their normal prices at a number of hotels in Reykjavik. They have prices ranging from 36-235 euros per night in double rooms in three and four star hotels. The longer you stay, the less you’ll pay, and all hotels serve complimentary breakfast. There is also no reservation fee.