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Follow in the Footsteps of Alexander Armstrong in Iceland

The Land of Fire and Ice returned to the small screen in the three-part travelogue 'Iceland with Alexander Armstrong' aired on Channel…

Tuesday, 12th October 2021

Pam Forrest

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The Coolest Things to Do in the Nordics in Winter

Witnessing the northern lights tops the wish list of many who plan a visit to the Nordics in the winter, and rightly…

Monday, 27th September 2021

Pam Forrest

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How to choose your perfect winter hideaway in the Nordics

With so many exceptional properties across Iceland, Sweden, Finland and Norway, it can be tricky to choose between them. We've compiled this…

Sunday, 5th September 2021

Pam Forrest

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The Best Places To Visit In Autumn

From remote islands, glaciers and tranquil fjords, to ways to catch the start of aurora and polar bear season in Canada, we…

Wednesday, 1st September 2021

Doug

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Autumn Equinox gives Green Light to Aurora Hunters

The autumn equinox occurs around the 21-23 September each year marking the official end of summer and beginning of autumn, a time…

Monday, 30th August 2021

Destination Specialist

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Photographing the Northern Lights

Turn protons into pixels with William Gray's enlightening guide to snapping the aurora borealis.

Tuesday, 10th August 2021

Will Gray

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Our Top 5 Reasons to Ski in Scandinavia

We're partnering with ski experts, skiScandinavia, to offer a some of the best skiing holidays in Sweden and Norway. We asked their…

Sunday, 18th July 2021

Destination Specialist

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The Best Hotels to See the Northern Lights in the World

From waking up in a suspended glass cube high in the treetops to falling asleep under an aurora display inside a cosy…

Thursday, 1st July 2021

Doug

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Visiting Iceland’s volcanic eruption at Fagradalsfjall by guide, Cathy Harlow

Expert guide, Cathy Harlow, recounts her experience of witnessing Iceland's spectacular volcanic eruption at Fagradalsfjall on the Reykjanes Peninsula in June 2021.

Tuesday, 29th June 2021

Cathy Harlow

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Iceland’s Arctic Coast Way: Q&A with writer Felicity Cloake

Well-known food-writer, Felicity Cloake, travelled to Iceland in May 2021 to enjoy the food experiences of North Iceland’s Arctic Coast Way -…

Monday, 28th June 2021

Pam Forrest

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How to Celebrate Midsummer in the Nordics

Midsummer is a key occasion in the calendar across the Nordics. Here's our guide to celebrating Midsummer like a local!

Tuesday, 15th June 2021

Destination Specialist

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6 Amazing Experiences to Celebrate World Oceans Day

The world's oceans have long been a source of fascination and wonder and the 8th June marks World Oceans Day. We've selected…

Sunday, 6th June 2021

Pam Forrest

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What you Can Expect from a Road Trip to Iceland in Summer

We can’t wait to hit the road on a touring holiday in one of Europe’s best self-drive destinations this summer - a…

Thursday, 6th May 2021

Will Gray

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Special Celebrations: Mark the Occasion with a Big Holiday

There are certain times in life that call for a big celebration – and a special holiday is one of the best…

Thursday, 29th April 2021

Pam Forrest

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Did You Know This? Unique and Unknown Facts About Iceland

If there's one word to describe Icelandic culture, 'quirky' springs to mind. After all, it's not everywhere that roadworks are halted by…

Tuesday, 20th April 2021

Eric

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5 of Canada’s World Heritage Wonders

Canada boasts no less than 20 UNESCO World Heritage Sites, from archaeological treasures to awe-inspiring natural wonders. Here we sample five sites…

Thursday, 15th April 2021

Pam Forrest

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Your Guide to World Heritage Sites in the Nordics

Unearth a natural wonder or cultural gem on your next trip with our pick of World Heritage Sites in the Nordics including…

Wednesday, 14th April 2021

Pam Forrest

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Top Ten Birding Spots in Iceland

Iceland may not top the tables for species numbers but if you’re after a birding holiday combined with jaw-dropping scenery, the island…

Monday, 5th April 2021

Cathy Harlow

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Where will you spend Easter?

Easter is a great time to travel and experience the transition from season to season whether you're considering a short break or…

Wednesday, 31st March 2021

Pam Forrest

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Stunning Images of Iceland’s Volcanic Eruption, March 2021

See stunning images by photographer Ragnar TH Sigurdsson of the dramatic eruption in the Fagradalsfjall area of the Reykjanes Peninsula that started…

Sunday, 21st March 2021

Pam Forrest

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