Volcanic Activity In Iceland
From geysers to volcanic eruptions Iceland's geological activity is not only abundant but sensational. The country owes its very existence to its unique volcanic prone position on the North Atlantic Ridge.

From our favourite locations to watch the northern lights to top travel trends, the best places to watch whales in Canada to a guide how to sleep on ice at Sweden’s Icehotel, read our blog for all your holiday inspiration.
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From geysers to volcanic eruptions Iceland's geological activity is not only abundant but sensational. The country owes its very existence to its unique volcanic prone position on the North Atlantic Ridge.

Endurance athlete Sophie Radcliffe, aka Challenge Sophie, shares the highlights of her recent East Iceland road trip with Discover the World.

Discover the secrets to the best northern lights watching in Iceland with our Q&A guide to the electrifying – and sometimes elusive – aurora borealis...

Our Scandinavia Travel Specialist, Kim, spends a day whale watching under the beautiful winter sun in Tromso.

Discover the World client, Kate Muggleton, travelled on our Journey to the Centre of the Earth self-drive holiday in January 2016. This was Kate's first trip to Iceland.

From the beautiful Bay of Fundy to the rugged landscapes of Fogo Island – here are our top 5 amazing places to stay in Atlantic Canada

From the shores of Newfoundland and Labrador to the bays of Nova Scotia, whale watching is a popular pastime for locals and visitors alike. With a variety of species making an appearance year-round, here's our guide to whale watching in the provinces of Atlantic Canada...

Churchill, on the edge of Hudson Bay in northern Canada is known as the 'Polar Bear Capital of the World' - Pam discovers if it lives up to its impressive name.

Iceland Travel Specialist, Thora, heads to East Iceland to uncover the myth of the Hidden People of Borgarfjordur Eystri.

Award-winning travel writer Will Gray journeyed to Iceland in September this year to discover the secrets of the East Fjords. Find out his top five reasons for exploring this lesser-visited region.

Award-winning travel writer and photographer, William Gray heads to Canada's Churchill to catch a glimpse of the mighty polar bear.

We sent Doug, one of our Travel Specialist's to Newfoundland's Gros Morne National Park, to find out why the locals say that photographs just do not do this area justice.

Natural wonders, fascinating wildlife, intriguing history and charming cultures – the world is a truly spectacular place to explore.

Iceland is said to be full of eerie mythology and folklore that’s waiting to be discovered

Abisko National Park lies in Swedish Lapland close to the Norwegian border. It is recognised as the most reliable place in the world for northern lights sightings, where displays can be more intense or prolonged than anywhere else.

Rugged mountain ranges, thundering rivers, fascinating wildlife and clear-blue skies: Canada is an absolute wonder to behold.

Have you ever sledged across a frozen river? Searched for the northern lights on an Icelandic horse, or whizzed across the snow on a thrilling snowmobile? Travelling to Swedish Lapland is an adventure in itself. And, once you arrive, the fun doesn't stop!

Doug, one of our Worldwide travel specialist, visited Canada on a wildlife adventure and the Great Bear Lodge in British Columbia's Great Bear Rainforest was certainly the highlight.

Our Nordic Specialist Mark was treated to an incredible display of the northern lights out at Malangen Resort's Camp Nikka on his trip to northern Norway this winter

Fresh air, exercise, long daylights hours and natural wonders around every corner: if you love hiking and walking then read on.