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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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Follow in the Footsteps of Alexander Armstrong in Iceland

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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 guide to help you select your ideal bolthole for winter.

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Photographing the Northern Lights

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

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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.

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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 - a 900km touring route showing off some of the most spectacular scenery in North Iceland.

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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 just a few experiences that celebrate the wonder of our oceans.

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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 flexible, free-spirited adventure in the spectacular Land of Fire & Ice.

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Special Celebrations: Mark the Occasion with a Big Holiday

We’re 35 this year! What’s your reason to celebrate in 2018?

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Did You Know This? Unique and Unknown Facts About Iceland

If there's one word to describe Icelandic culture, then 'quirky' captures the essence rather well. After all, it's not everywhere that road works are halted by fear of elf revenge or the northern lights are put up for sale. Discover more of Iceland’s fascinating curiosities...

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Your Guide to UNESCO 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 geological marvels and bronze age petroglyphs.

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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 takes some beating.

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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 big trip. Plus the bank holidays offer extra incentive.

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Stunning Images of Iceland’s Volcanic Eruption, March 2021

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Top 9 Volcanic Experiences in Iceland

This North Atlantic island is a geological hot spot. Read on to take a look at some of the country's impressive geological and volcanic experiences.

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When should you travel to French Polynesia?

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Five minutes with Goran Widen, owner of Brandon Lodge

Brandon Lodge is a cosy and comfortable lodge in the heart of Swedish Lapland. We grabbed a quick chat with the owner, Goran Wilde, to find out what you can expect staying here.

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Svalbard: What’s it like to experience the polar night?

Nowhere can you experience the polar night so easily as the Svalbard archipelago.

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Introducing an ambitious project to protect salmon in Canada

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Magic or Morbid? Did you know these Myths & Legends about the Northern Lights?

Mesmerizing, stunning, other-worldly are just a few words used to describe the experience of watching this spectacular phenomenon.

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Diamond Circle: Exploring a new gem in North Iceland

The Land of Fire and Ice has a new jewel in its crown. Head north to tour the spectacular Diamond Circle and discover 250km of glittering wilderness.