I joined Discover the World in October 2014 as an Iceland Specialist. Ever since studying geography A-level, this land of ‘fire and ice’ has held special appeal for me and I’ve travelled there extensively.
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Visits to Iceland
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Favourite Canadian lakes
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Successful whale watching trips

I’m also well travelled in the Nordics generally having visited Sweden, Finland and Denmark. Further afield I’ve been to Bali, Vietnam, Thailand and Singapore as well as Italy, Portugal and Germany.
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Eric‘s top travel experiences
Racing a snowmobile through Finnish Lapland
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Eric‘s top travel experiences
Taking a superjeep trip to the top of Eyjafjallajokull, the volcano which erupted in 2010
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Eric‘s top travel experiences
Being surrounded by orcas on a whale watching trip off Snaefellsnes
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Eric‘s top travel experiences
Watching the northern lights dance in the sky in Iceland’s East Fjords in September after a day exploring
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Eric‘s top travel experiences
Marvelling at the incredible Art Suites in the Icehotel
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Eric‘s favourite holidays
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Offer AppliesJourney to the Centre of the Earth
Iceland Self DriveOn this self drive you can immerse yourself in picture-perfect Iceland.
From £1218 Excluding Flights
Discover More7 Nights
Year Round
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Around Lofoten
Norway Self DriveDrive yourself around peaks, fjords and pretty villages on this leisurely holiday
From £1739 Excluding Flights
Discover More8-9 Nights
May-Sep
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NewMagical Winter at Hamn i Senja
Norway Short BreakCombine the Arctic city of Tromso and the dramatic scenery of Senja Island on this inclusive winter break
From £1947 Excluding Flights
Discover More6 Nights
Jan-Mar & Dec
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Best SellerIcehotel Break
Sweden Short BreakA unique and truly unforgettable experience at the world's coolest hotel.
From £690 Excluding Flights
Discover More3 Nights
Jan-Mar & Nov-Dec
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Northern Norway Island Explorer
Norway Self DriveExplore the beautiful islands of Northern Norway by car
From £2150 Excluding Flights
Discover More13 Nights
May-Sep
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Juutua Wilderness Adventure
Finland Short BreakEnjoy winter activities and award winning cuisine at Wilderness Hotel Juutua.
From £1413 Excluding Flights
Discover More3, 4, 6 & 7 Nights
Jan-Mar & Dec
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Offer AppliesThe Road Less Travelled: West Fjords Explorer
Iceland Self DriveExplore Iceland's wild west – and beyond to sublime Siglufjordur and Lake Myvatn in the north on this two-week self-drive.
From £2674 Excluding Flights
Discover More14 Nights
May-Sep
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Offer AppliesOrcas and Aurora Self Drive
Iceland Self DriveCombine orca and aurora watching with a stay in Reykjavik on this winter self drive holiday
From £1070 Excluding Flights
Discover More5 Nights
Feb-Mar
Blogs
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Journey Through Middle Earth – 25 Years On
Marking 25 years since the Lord of the Rings movie trilogy brought Middle-earth to life, delve into some of the stunning locations in New Zealand used for filming.
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Driving the Ring Road in Iceland
Connecting the entire country on one epic road trip, discover some of the highlights of driving Iceland's ring road - one of the best ways to explore this fascinating country.
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Wild About Tasmania
Three sixty-something sisters, a motorhome and an island brimming with wildlife and natural wonders. Expert guide, Cathy, shares her experience of Tasmania off the Australian mainland.
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Amazing Hotels: Unique Spaces in Stunning Places
We've rounded-up a collection of unique and indulgent places to stay each in a beautiful location that will be sure to enhance your trip.
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Feeling Footloose – A Guide to Our Top Hiking Locations
Read our guide on where to get footloose in Iceland, Canada, New Zealand and Norway whether you're a casual rambler or seasoned trekker.
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Iceland and the Icehotel – Mistaken Identity or an Unlikely Pairing
Popular misconception leads many to presume the Icehotel is in Iceland. It's isn't. It's in Swedish Lapland setting up the prospect of an imaginative multi-destination holiday.
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Polar Cruising: A Typical Day Onboard
Small ship expedition cruising in the Polar regions has structure and rhythm but also unpredictability, spontaneity and adventure. Read our diary excerpt from travel specialist, Jo giving a taste of what’s possible...
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Tromso to the Icehotel: Travel Specialist Insights
When it comes to gaining first-hand knowledge of our holidays, our travel specialists are all in as Freya and Megan reveal about their trip to Scandinavia combining Tromso, Abisko and the Icehotel
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Aotearoa After Dark: New Zealand’s Ultimate Stargazing Adventure
New Zealand is a leading astro-tourism destination with ten Dark Sky places including two Dark Sky Reserves - read our quick guide to the magic revealed after dark.
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9 of the Best Nova Scotia Experiences
One of Eastern Canada’s Maritime Provinces, Nova Scotia is almost completely surrounded by sea. With over 13,000km of coastline, it has more than its share of beautiful beaches and candy-striped lighthouses.

