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Area: 39,709 square miles (about the size of Kentucky). Population: 283,000
(Reykjavík area, 175,000). Language: Icelandic.

Iceland is closer than you think and more fun than you ever dreamed of.

This mid-Atlantic island is the nearest European neighbor to the U.S. In fact, Iceland is at the halfway point from the East Coast to the European continent. With daily flights from New York, Baltimore/Washington, Minneapolis and Boston, and frequent service from Orlando and Halifax, this awesome and virtually jet-lag free destination awaits you with plenty of action.

The chilliest thing about Iceland is really its name. In January the temperature is warmer than in New York and the welcome for travelers is always warm. In Iceland, almost everyone speaks fluent English and Americans always feel welcome.

Experience extraordinary views of surging geysers, thundering waterfalls (we have more than 10,000 of them), and moonlike volcanic craters. Taste a new world of experiences from snowmobiling, horseback riding and dog-sledding, to soaking outdoors in the mineral-rich Blue Lagoon.

Play golf at midnight because the sun never sets in summer. Fly to the Westmann Islands and visit some of the 10 million puffins that live there. And say hello to Keiko, the world's most famous killer whale (the star of the Free Willie movies). 

Drive or sail through more than 100 majestic fjords with snow-capped mountains that dot our pristine coastline. Walk on a glacier or a simmering volcano, or just take a stroll in beautiful and peaceful downtown Reykjavík. Check out the galleries and the sleek fashion stores that line the streets.

Experience some of Reykjavík's many fantastic restaurants and the throbbing nightlife that goes on and on. Indulge yourself in fine hotels and enjoy the adventure of your lifetime; there are no limits, there is no end.

Iceland is for the young and the young at heart. Be a leader and head straight for the "coolest" destination on earth. You will never regret it.

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Highlights

Webzine. "Good Morning Iceland"

Going to Europe? Take-A-Break in Iceland...at no additional airfare!

What are they saying about Iceland?
  

Dateline Iceland
A periodic look at news and events from the home of the Vikings.
Brought to you by the Icelandic Tourist Board..more
 

Little Known Facts 


Reykjavik is the northernmost capital city in the world. Winters in Reykjavik are actually warmer than winters in New York. Even though Iceland borders the Arctic Circle, the warm waters of the Gulf Stream that travel around the island allow Iceland to enjoy surprisingly mild climates all year.

The Icelandic telephone directory lists people by their first names. Not only do they give your address and phone number, but your occupation as well. 

SPA City Reykjavík

Although it may seem ironic, the most popular sport in Iceland is swimming in outdoor heated pools - in any weather!

Two Icelandic women hold the title of Miss World and two Icelandic men hold the title of "World's Strongest Man,?all within 10 years of each other. It must be something in the pure water they all drink.